According to multiple sources, judge Ellen DeGeneres is leaving American Idol after claiming "it wasn't the right fit for her." HUZZAH AND HEAR, HEAR. While allowing a comedian to judge burgeoning singers isn't the worst idea in the world, it should at least require her to be FUNNY. And occasionally caustic. When Simon is the funniest person on the panel, you've got a serious problem. (Unless you count Randy Jackson who is the most unintentionally funny, but we're not counting him, so there.)

So that leaves TWO slots currently open on the American Idol judging panel, after Simon's announced departure at the end of last season. And even better news? Karla DioGuardi (who I hate with a passion) has been reportedly FIRED by Idol, according to TMZ. But since that news is so amazing and perfect, I'm gonna wait to celebrate until I find out if it's true.

The current rumor du jour is that Idol will return to its original three judge format, which will include Randy Jackson (BOOO!!), Jennifer Lopez (Wait... what?), and Aerosmith's Steven Tyler (OH, COME THE FUCK ON. NO WAY!)

We shall see what we shall see.