JoJo Siwa is returning as a judge for the upcoming season of So You Think You Can Dance, replacing former judge and executive producer Nigel Lythgoe, who stepped down this month following multiple lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault.
Siwa served as a judge on the show’s 17th season in 2022, alongside the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, as well as with actors Matthew Morrison (who was dismissed from the show over text messages he reportedly sent to a contestant) and Leah Remini. This year, Siwa joins Allison Holker and Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
Siwa served as a judge on the show’s 17th season in 2022, alongside the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, as well as with actors Matthew Morrison (who was dismissed from the show over text messages he reportedly sent to a contestant) and Leah Remini. This year, Siwa joins Allison Holker and Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
- 1/26/2024
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
So You Think You Can Dance has looked to its own past to find a judge to step in for the departed Nigel Lythgoe.
JoJo Siwa, who served as a judge on the Fox show’s 17th season in 2022, will rejoin the panel for season 18. The singer and actress will join Sytycd all-star and choreographer Allison Holker and former Dancing With the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy at the judges’ table for season 18, which is set to premiere March 4.
Lythgoe, a co-creator of So You Think You Can Dance, left the show in early January after being sued by Paula Abdul, who claimed that Lythgoe sexually assaulted her during their time working together on both American Idol — where Abdul was a judge and Lythgoe an executive producer — and Sytycd.
Abdul’s suit alleges that during an early season of American Idol, while the show’s cast and crew were on the road for auditions,...
JoJo Siwa, who served as a judge on the Fox show’s 17th season in 2022, will rejoin the panel for season 18. The singer and actress will join Sytycd all-star and choreographer Allison Holker and former Dancing With the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy at the judges’ table for season 18, which is set to premiere March 4.
Lythgoe, a co-creator of So You Think You Can Dance, left the show in early January after being sued by Paula Abdul, who claimed that Lythgoe sexually assaulted her during their time working together on both American Idol — where Abdul was a judge and Lythgoe an executive producer — and Sytycd.
Abdul’s suit alleges that during an early season of American Idol, while the show’s cast and crew were on the road for auditions,...
- 1/26/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
So You Think You Can Dance has found Nigel Lythgoe’s replacement — and she’s no stranger to the show.
JoJo Siwa will return to the Fox competition series as a judge for Season 18, filling the vacancy left by an embattled Lythgoe, who stepped down earlier this month amid various sexual assault allegations.
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JoJo Siwa will return to the Fox competition series as a judge for Season 18, filling the vacancy left by an embattled Lythgoe, who stepped down earlier this month amid various sexual assault allegations.
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Siwa will judge alongside Sytycd alum Allison Holker and Dancing With the Stars...
- 1/26/2024
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
Visiting celebrities who sit next to Dancing With the Stars judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough, and Bruno Tonioli always bring enthusiasm to their role. But not all of them bring what Paula Abdul did earlier this week – experience and knowledge not only about the world of dance but DWTS, specifically. “I love this show,” Abdul told TV Insider on the post-show press line. “I’m a big fan. Even if I’m traveling, I’ll go back and watch it on tape.” Artem Chigvintsev raved about Abdul’s critiques. “She knows what she’s talking about,” the pro dancer said. “She comes from such different parts of the world; she’s a dancer, she’s a choreographer, she’s a performer… She knows it all. She’s been through it all.” Abdul didn’t hesitate to raise a paddle with a different number on it than the show’s regular trio of judges did.
- 11/10/2023
- TV Insider
This article contains spoilers for the Nov. 7 episode of “Dancing With the Stars”
Music Video Night on Tuesday’s “Dancing With the Stars” featured a scorching Cha Cha set to Britney Spears’ “I’m a Slave 4 U,” by Ariana Madix, who said she knew the choreography by heart since she spent hours practicing it in her bedroom when she was young.
Guest judge Paul Abdul, who gave her a 10, was generous with both her praise and her scores, raving, “You channeled Britney Spears seamlessly… I can’t take my eyes off of you.”
Tonioli quipped, “Hit me Ariana, one more time!” but asked the “Vanderpump Rules” star to work on her footwork. Madix said she could “die happy” after “living out my pop star Britney dreams ” The reality star earned 37, the best solo dance score of the evening.
Despite ending the night with the second highest score, the celebrity going...
Music Video Night on Tuesday’s “Dancing With the Stars” featured a scorching Cha Cha set to Britney Spears’ “I’m a Slave 4 U,” by Ariana Madix, who said she knew the choreography by heart since she spent hours practicing it in her bedroom when she was young.
Guest judge Paul Abdul, who gave her a 10, was generous with both her praise and her scores, raving, “You channeled Britney Spears seamlessly… I can’t take my eyes off of you.”
Tonioli quipped, “Hit me Ariana, one more time!” but asked the “Vanderpump Rules” star to work on her footwork. Madix said she could “die happy” after “living out my pop star Britney dreams ” The reality star earned 37, the best solo dance score of the evening.
Despite ending the night with the second highest score, the celebrity going...
- 11/8/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
It’s music video night in the ballroom, so everyone’s job was to find inspiration from certain pop culture hits to get a smile out of guest judge Paula Abdul. Turns out it wasn’t that hard; Abdul doled out lots of 9s and 10s!
Reality TV star Harry Jowsey (Too Hot to Handle) with partner Rylee Arnold. You know when someone does something so embarrassing on TV that you want to curl into a fetal position and pray for it to stop? That’s what happened when Jowsey attempted to channel a young Justin Timberlake while dancing “jazz” to Nsync’s “It’s Gonna Be Me.” “The sync wasn’t always on,” admitted judge Bruno Tonioli. “I just love watching you my darling.” Score: 24 out of 40
Actor Barry Williams (The Brady Bunch) with partner Peta Murgatroyd. Williams is downright giddy that he’s made it...
Reality TV star Harry Jowsey (Too Hot to Handle) with partner Rylee Arnold. You know when someone does something so embarrassing on TV that you want to curl into a fetal position and pray for it to stop? That’s what happened when Jowsey attempted to channel a young Justin Timberlake while dancing “jazz” to Nsync’s “It’s Gonna Be Me.” “The sync wasn’t always on,” admitted judge Bruno Tonioli. “I just love watching you my darling.” Score: 24 out of 40
Actor Barry Williams (The Brady Bunch) with partner Peta Murgatroyd. Williams is downright giddy that he’s made it...
- 11/8/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
The Dancing with the Stars ballroom honors iconic music videos for a night of fun as the remaining celebrity couples and their pro partners tackle some of the most memorable tunes in music video history. Adding to the fun is the addition of 80s music icon and choreographer Paula Abdul, who will appear as a guest judge. Here are all the details surrounding this exciting night.
Paula Abdul is a triple threat; here’s the credentials she brings to the judging table
Dancing with the Stars hosts special guest judge, singer, and dancer Paula Abdul. She will walk out to her 1988 hit, “Forever Your Girl.”
Abdul is also a heralded choreographer. She not only choreographed her music videos but also those of Janet Jackson, including the iconic “What Have You Done for Me Lately,” “Nasty,” “When I Think of You,” and “Control” videos.
Abdul was also the choreographer for the Jackson Family’s Victory tour.
Paula Abdul is a triple threat; here’s the credentials she brings to the judging table
Dancing with the Stars hosts special guest judge, singer, and dancer Paula Abdul. She will walk out to her 1988 hit, “Forever Your Girl.”
Abdul is also a heralded choreographer. She not only choreographed her music videos but also those of Janet Jackson, including the iconic “What Have You Done for Me Lately,” “Nasty,” “When I Think of You,” and “Control” videos.
Abdul was also the choreographer for the Jackson Family’s Victory tour.
- 11/7/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Actor Gagan Dev Riar, who will be soon seen essaying the role of convicted Indian counterfeiter Abdul Karim Telgi in the upcoming streaming show ‘Scam 2003: The Telgi Story’, has shared that he perceived the character as Robinhood.
He also shared that he was advised by the show’s creative director Hansal Mehta to not to read the book on which the story and the character is based.
Gagan said: “Hansal sir told me not to read the book on which the story and the character is based or even the media stories on Abdul Karim Telgi because that would affect my process of understanding the character. He asked me to stick to the script.”
The reason behind the same is that the character from its own point of view is very honest and that honesty needed to reflect in Gagan’s performance because for Abdul, he himself is a hero.
He also shared that he was advised by the show’s creative director Hansal Mehta to not to read the book on which the story and the character is based.
Gagan said: “Hansal sir told me not to read the book on which the story and the character is based or even the media stories on Abdul Karim Telgi because that would affect my process of understanding the character. He asked me to stick to the script.”
The reason behind the same is that the character from its own point of view is very honest and that honesty needed to reflect in Gagan’s performance because for Abdul, he himself is a hero.
- 8/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
“The Idol” may not be getting much critical love, but one place it’s thriving? TikTok. While pop star Jocelyn (Lily-Rose Depp) drives herself to a mental and physical breaking point while shooting a music video for her new single “World Class Sinner / I’m a Freak,” creators have embraced Nina McNeely’s choreography. Yet when it comes to McNeely’s influences, the word “trending” doesn’t really apply — it’s more like “classic,” as the choreographer looked to dances that have stood the test of time for 25 years or more for inspiration.
“I wanted to dig into the classic tropes of what makes a pop star an icon,” McNeely told IndieWire. “I thought of stars like Madonna and others who used eroticism to push the boundaries and make big statements.” McNeely began researching the great erotic dance moments in film and music videos and started with one of the...
“I wanted to dig into the classic tropes of what makes a pop star an icon,” McNeely told IndieWire. “I thought of stars like Madonna and others who used eroticism to push the boundaries and make big statements.” McNeely began researching the great erotic dance moments in film and music videos and started with one of the...
- 6/29/2023
- by Jim Hemphill
- Indiewire
Paula Abdul is just getting started.
On Saturday night, the “Forever Your Girl” singer attended the 2023 Project Angel Food’s Lead with Love 4 fundraiser, and spoke with People about turning 61 earlier this month.
Read More: Paula Abdul Credits Her Parents For Her Ageless Looks At 60
“Being 60 this past year was such an incredible trajectory change for me, of really wanting to build and leave a legacy behind,” Abdul said.
“That of kindness and support and helping others who can’t stand up for themselves, to learn to how to combat bullies, to have the self-assuredness that you can do anything that you put your mind to,” she added. “Talent is only half of it. It’s the perseverance, the stick-to-itness, and undying belief in yourself.”
Describing herself as a “queen of renaissances,” Abdul also talked about pushing her career in all kinds of different directions, including her time on “American Idol...
On Saturday night, the “Forever Your Girl” singer attended the 2023 Project Angel Food’s Lead with Love 4 fundraiser, and spoke with People about turning 61 earlier this month.
Read More: Paula Abdul Credits Her Parents For Her Ageless Looks At 60
“Being 60 this past year was such an incredible trajectory change for me, of really wanting to build and leave a legacy behind,” Abdul said.
“That of kindness and support and helping others who can’t stand up for themselves, to learn to how to combat bullies, to have the self-assuredness that you can do anything that you put your mind to,” she added. “Talent is only half of it. It’s the perseverance, the stick-to-itness, and undying belief in yourself.”
Describing herself as a “queen of renaissances,” Abdul also talked about pushing her career in all kinds of different directions, including her time on “American Idol...
- 6/26/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
American Idol has gone through a constantly changing roster of judges. There have been some perfect judges, odd choices, and stars who simply didn’t work out. One singer who would have been a perfect judge on American Idol is Elton John. However, the “Tiny Dancer” singer received a massive offer to appear on the talent show, but he turned it down, proving he had little interest in being a judge.
Elton John turned down a ‘$33 million’ offer to be a judge on ‘American Idol’ Elton John | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
American Idol has been introducing new talent to the world since it premiered in 2002. Part of the show’s appeal is its everchanging panel of judges that started with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Since then, some other judges have included Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Ellen Degeneres,...
Elton John turned down a ‘$33 million’ offer to be a judge on ‘American Idol’ Elton John | Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images
American Idol has been introducing new talent to the world since it premiered in 2002. Part of the show’s appeal is its everchanging panel of judges that started with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson. Since then, some other judges have included Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Ellen Degeneres,...
- 6/10/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Paula Abdul opted out of being a Housewife. Et’s Brice Sander spoke with the 60-year-old star at the fifth annual Vanderpump Dog Foundation gala in Beverly Hills, and she revealed why she turned down the chance to appear in the hit Bravo franchise.
“I’ve been humbled,” Abdul said of how she felt about being asked to join Real Housewives. “I got a kick out of it that I was ever even asked. However, I like to be the one on the couch with the popcorn, watching with my dogs.”
Though that particular reality franchise isn’t in Abdul’s future, the singer said that her past foray in the genre on Hey Paula and American Idol has “been joyful.”
“I feel like I’ve been on reality television for a long, long time,” she said. “Being part of history, making shows, and being able to be a mentor,...
“I’ve been humbled,” Abdul said of how she felt about being asked to join Real Housewives. “I got a kick out of it that I was ever even asked. However, I like to be the one on the couch with the popcorn, watching with my dogs.”
Though that particular reality franchise isn’t in Abdul’s future, the singer said that her past foray in the genre on Hey Paula and American Idol has “been joyful.”
“I feel like I’ve been on reality television for a long, long time,” she said. “Being part of history, making shows, and being able to be a mentor,...
- 5/19/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
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