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Jennifer Lopez Could be Replaced by Shakira or Shania Twain on 'American Idol'

Gather.com
by Aida Ekberg
7/4/11

Jennifer Lopez better make up her mind about whether or not she's returning to "American Idol" -- the show is already searching for her replacement.

It seems that appearing on "American Idol" has somewhat boosted J-Lo's career, as the singer/actress has a number of other projects currently lined up. In addition to planning on pimping out the single "Papi" from her album 'Love,' she's set to star in "What to Expect When You're Expecting," a movie about mommyhood co-starring Brooklyn Decker, Chris Rock, Anna Kendrick, and Cameron Diaz.

With so much on her plate (including what could be the "Bridesmaids" of next year), it's not surprising that Jennifer Lopez is considering leaving "American Idol" (after all, she's also got twin toddlers to take care of at home!). However, she's currently just stalling negotiations while she tries to make up her mind about what she wants to do.

In the meantime, "American Idol" is already trying to find her replacement, and it looks like Shakira and Shania Twain are currently at the top of the list. Shakira has a similar Latin background to J-Lo, so it's not surprising that the pint-sized pop star is being considered. However, Shania Twain would add a little country flavor to the show, something it hasn't had before.

Of course "American Idol" could always try to compete with "The Voice" (which does feature a country singer on its panel of "coaches") by signing on a little more star power -- three celebrity judges just doesn't seem to be enough these days. So will it take two sexy singers to replace Jennifer Lopez on "American Idol," or will she decide to try and find time to stay on the show? It seems like she's leaning toward not returning, but she still has a little bit of time to change her mind.

With all the drama surrounding the hosts and judges of singing reality show competitions these days, producers might want to consider creating reality shows about what goes on behind the scenes, and if Jennifer Lopez does leave, Fox could always make a little extra cash by creating a celebrity-filled reality competition to find her replacement (such a show might prove to be just as popular as "American Idol" itself as viewers tune in to see who will show up).

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