American Idol Jennifer Hudson reportedly signs deal to serve as 'American Idol' judge 05/24/2013 Jennifer Hudson reportedly will be returning to American Idol and sitting at its judges' table next season. Read More RELATED NEWS Former 'American Idol' finalist Sam Woolf releases his first album'American Idol' adds Scott Borchetta as new mentor to replace Randy Jackson 'American Idol' to premiere January 7 on Fox with schedule changes throughout Season 14 TAGS: American Idol Clay Aiken Mariah Carey Kelly Clarkson Jennifer Hudson Randy Jackson Adam Lambert Nicki Minaj Keith Urban
