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Ellen leaving American Idol
Last Updated: Thursday, July 29, 2010 | 8:17 PM ET
The Associated Press
After one year on the show, Ellen DeGeneres is set to leave American Idol. (Michael Becker/Associated Press)Ellen DeGeneres is leaving American Idol after one season as a judge for the hit Fox TV singing contest.
A person close to the show says DeGeneres won't return for the 10th season, which gives American Idol two vacancies on its judges panel.
Fox has yet to announce a replacement for Simon Cowell, who left at the end of last season to start a new talent show for the network.
The source, who lacked authority to comment publicly on DeGeneres, spoke on condition of anonymity.
With American Idol facing ratings erosion, the comedian-talk show host's exit gives Fox the chance to make a fresh start with a revamped panel of judges. The show returns in January.
© The Canadian Press, 2010
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