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Coming soon: 'American Idol' video game
April 3, 2003
The runaway popularity of Fox's American Idol series has led a British company to turn it into ... a video game? Reuters reports that Codemasters will release versions of American Idol and its British inspiration, Pop Idol, this fall for the PC and the Sony PlayStation 2.
Angie Martinez quits 'American Idol 2' judging gig
October 31, 2002
Angie Martinez has quit "American Idol 2" after only five days on the job. She issued a statement saying that it was "too uncomfortable for me to tell someone else to give up on their dream, especially when I realized that many of them have supported my musical career. I thank everyone at Fox for the opportunity and wish every contestant the best of luck."
New York DJ Angie Martinez rumored to be 4th judge of 'American Idol 2'
October 26, 2002
Variety reports that New York-based radio personality and recording artist Angie Martinez is close to signing on as the fourth judge on Fox's upcoming "American Idol" sequel. Martinez, who hosts afternoon drive on New York's WQHT-FM, "Hot 97," joins returning judges Simon Cowell, who re-inked earlier this summer, and Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, both of whom re-enlisted last week.
'American Idol 2' to feature new fourth mystery judge
October 18, 2002
Variety reports that Fox has confirmed that the next version of "American Idol" will welcome a fourth judge, who will "add a different and unique perspective" to the group. No additional details were revealed.
'Celebrity Justice' reports that 'American Idol' co-host Brian Dunkelman axed from 'Idol 2'
September 7, 2002
E! Online reports that television show 'Celebrity Justice' is reporting that Wednesday night's Idol finale was the "swan song" for cohost Brian Dunkleman. The show says Dunkleman's fellow co-host Ryan Seacrest will be back to host Idol 2 next year, but he may do the gig solo.