8-27 Dish: A bunch of Stories about the new Idol Judge

 I cannot believe all the stories I have today about the new Idol Judge!! There's some other ones too, but mostly about the new judge....

New Idol Judge: "I Almost Fell Off My Chair"...
New American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi was so surprised to be offered the job that she nearly fell off her chair.
The songwriter was stunned to be given the post, but insists she will add to the chemistry of the TV talent show.
And she is determined to get on with her fellow judges - including Paula Abdul, with whom she collaborated on Kylie Minogue's hit "Spinning Around."
Speaking about the moment she was offered the role, DioGuardi says, "I almost fell off the chair" and adds that she hopes to create "a new chemistry as well as keeping the old".
And asked how she felt about judging wannabe pop stars, she says, "I'm a little nervous. I'm going to be a straight shooter and say it like I see it and maintain that philosophy.
"I'm somebody who's really honest and gives an opinion. If I feel I need to be hard, I will be. And if I feel I need to be more nurturing, I will be."

Abdul: I'm "Concerned" About New Idol Judge...
American Idol judge Paula Abdul has spoken out about her "concerns" over the hiring of songwriter Kara DioGuardi as the show's new expert.
Grammy-winner DioGuardi will join original judges Abdul, Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson on the hit show when its eighth season kicks off next year.
The songwriter and producer is a stand-out talent in the music industry - writing hit tracks for superstars including Britney Spears, Celine Dion and Christina Aguilera.
But former pop star Abdul is worried about how the show's fans will take to the newcomer, and how she will interact with her fellow panelists.
Abdul says, "I am concerned about the audience and acceptance. Time will tell. We'll see.
"That's gonna be weird if it's a split decision. I'm sure Simon will get to make the final call. It takes the fun out of all the hard work I do to push those kids through."
Maybe Idol is working on replacing her for the 9th Season...

Jordin Sparks Admits to Having Crush on Simon...
Little side story American Idol star Jordin Sparks was surprised to win the TV talent contest - because she was distracted by judge Simon Cowell's good looks.
The singer won the reality TV show last year and has since dominated the international charts with her hit "No Air."
But the 18-year-old was shocked to win the contest - because Cowell made her go weak at the knees.
She says, "I did have a crush on Simon before going on the show. He doesn't care about hurting people's feelings and doesn't hold back with that he says. For some reason, that's so attractive."

Hudson Accused Of Stealing Ash Haircare Idea...
Kate Hudson is at the sharp end of a bizarre new lawsuit - bosses of a haircare company have accused her of stealing their volcano ash.
220 Labs bosses claim the actress stole their idea for a secret volcano ash hair product.

Daddy Yankee Appears With McCain...
Puerto Rican singing star Daddy Yankee appeared with likely Republican presidential candidate John McCain Monday, saying he endorses McCain's campaign.
The reggaeton star showed up unexpectedly as McCain was making an appearance at a Phoenix high school, drawing gasps of amazement from the students assembled for what they thought would be a lecture from the candidate on the value of getting involved in the political system, The Los Angeles Times reported.

Drumstick Munching Reporter Shocks Anderson...
Animal rights campaigner Pamela Anderson was left shocked at a recent press conference in Australia - after a risk-taking reporter pulled a chicken drumstick out of his shorts.
The former Baywatch beauty was meeting journalists in Sydney earlier this week to promote her reality show Pam: Girl On The Loose, when an eager reporter tried to grab her attention by pulling down his shorts and asking the star to sign his red underwear.
And after happily signing her name on the semi-naked man's briefs, the bizarre meeting turned sour as anti-KFC campaigner Anderson was confronted by a chicken leg the reporter had pulled from his pants.
The vegetarian star was clearly unhappy with the situation, especially when the man began to eat the chicken piece, telling her manager, "This is what happens. See, I create this image and this is what happens."
Anderson protested outside branch of fast-food restaurant KFC in Sydney last month in a bid to try and convince the brand to refuse to use factory farmed animal meat.

Mia's Shock At Meeting Half-Sister Liv Tyler...
Model-turned-author Mia Tyler had no idea actress Liv Tyler was her half-sister when the pair first met at an Aerosmith concert.
Neither girl had been told of the other's existence, but they instinctively knew they were connected in some way after meeting backstage at one of their father Steve Tyler's shows.
Mia, who was eight at the time, recalls, "There was this girl who looked like me. I went home that night and I couldn't stop talking about her, and my mom was like, 'Wait a minute...' and I think she started putting two and two together and she was like, 'That's your sister.'"
The Tyler sisters have been inseparable ever since, and are now helping each other cope with single life - divorced Mia recently split from fiance Brian Harrah, while Liv is going through a divorce with rocker Royston Langdon.
Mia says, "She's going through a divorce and I've been divorced so it's a lot of adult conversations."

Jackson Family Museum On Hold...
Plans to build a museum honoring pop's first family, the Jacksons, in their native Gary, Indiana have been put on hold as the troubled clan fix a series of financial issues.
Longtime former family publicist-turned-biographer Phoenix insists Michael Jackson and his kin still plan on creating a memorabilia-packed centre in their hometown - but want to be clear of bad publicity when they launch it.

Grammer Back At Work On Tv Ad...
Former Frasier star Kelsey Grammer proved he is fully on the road to recovery after hitting the studio to film a new TV ad.
The actor was taken to a medical center in the city on July 27 after feeling faint - just weeks after he suffered a near-fatal heart attack at the end of May.
The 53-year-old was able to check out of hospital after doctors altered the medication he was on, and his spokesman told reporters the star was soon "feeling great".
And Grammer proved his worth by returning to work on the latest advertisement for soft drink Dr. Pepper.
The star will reprise his beloved role of Dr Frasier Crane for the commercial shoot, which will air in the U.S. later this year.

Extras Seek $11 Million from Tom Cruise After Accident...
Twelve movie extras are seeking $11 million in damages from Tom Cruise and his production company after suffering broken bones, cuts and bruises in the filming of World War Two picture "Valkyrie" in Berlin last year.
The extras were injured on August 19, 2007, when the side panel of a period German army truck burst open as it drove around a corner in central Berlin.
A lawyer for the extras told Reuters Television on Tuesday that witness statements indicated the truck's side panel had not been properly secured.

Sheridan and Bolton Split...
Desperate Housewives star Nicollette Sheridan and her fiance Michael Bolton have split.
The 44-year-old actress and the crooner, 55, announced their plans to wed in March 2006 after reconciling almost a decade after they first split.

Celebrity birthdays...
These stars were all born on Aug. 27:

Guitarist Jeff Cook of Alabama is 59.
Actor Paul Reubens (Pee-Wee Herman) is 56.
Guitarist Alex Lifeson of Rush is 55.
Actress Diana Scarwid is 53.
Bassist Glen Matlock of The Sex Pistols is 52.
Gospel singer Yolanda Adams is 46.
Country guitarist Matthew Basford of Yankee Grey is 46.
Bassist Mike Johnson (Dinosaur Jr.) is 43.
Percussionist Bobo of Cypress Hill is 40.
Actress Chandra Wilson (Grey's Anatomy ) is 39.
Bassist Tony Kanal of No Doubt is 38.
Actress Sarah Chalke (Scrubs, second Becky on Roseanne ) is 32.
Rapper Mase is 31.
Guitarist Jon Siebels of Eve 6 is 29.
Singer Mario is 22.
Actress Alexa Vega (Spy Kids ) is 20.