Ten Music Stars That Are Right for American Idol

New judges to fill J. Lo and Steven Tyler's high heels.

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Ten Music Stars That Are Right for American Idol - We knew it wouldn't last long. J. Lo and Steven Tyler both refound the spotlight with their roles as judges on American Idol, and now they're moving on — presumably to milk their resurgent fame as much as possible. That leaves the hit Fox show down two judges. But no worries: BET.com is here to help. Read on for our ten suggestions on stars who could fill J. Lo and Steven Tyler's big, high-heeled shoes. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/Fox/PictureGroup)

High Notes - The Violator founder had a major influence on pop songstress Mariah Carey's career, including the business advice he gave her on her various ventures. To this day, she is one of the wealthiest singers to maintain career longevity. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)

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Mariah Carey - Mariah Carey would be a perfect fit for one of Idol's empty judgeships: She'd bring considerable star power and diva credibility — plus the potential for some loopy Paula Abdul–esque moments. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)

Mary J. Blige: January 11 - The R&B star is happier than ever at 42.(Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images For (Belvedere) RED)

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Mary J. Blige - The Queen of Hip Hop-Soul would bring the show some long-missing, much needed soul and street edge, and we have a feeling she wouldn't pull punches in the judge's chair. (Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images)

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Jennifer Hudson - Jennifer Hudson would bring a unique perspective as a judge: She's the biggest star to ever emerge from the show — and she didn't even win.  (Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage)

Fantasia Barrino on the birth of her son:  - "I feel so blessed that my son Dallas Xavier was born healthy, and is a wonderful new addition to our family. I thank all my fans for their well wishes and continued support."(Photo: Frank Micelotta/Fox/PictureGroup)

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Fantasia - Fantasia won the third season of American Idol eight years ago, and though she's earned Grammys and sold more than two million records, we don't think she's fully reached her potential. A return to Idol would not only be the perfect homecoming, it would introduce her outspoken, keep-it-real starpower to a new generation of fans. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/Fox/PictureGroup)

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Queen Latifah - Is there anything Dana Owens can't do? The rapper/model/actor/producer/entrepreneur is also a skilled basketball player. After a growth spurt put her at 5'10", she put her height to use as power forward for her high school's girls' basketball team.   (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)

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Queen Latifah - She can rap, she can sing, she can act — being a judge on Idol would be a walk in the park for the Queen.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)

Eminem - Eminem's "Lose Yourself" is one of the most celebrated underdog-turned-hero anthems to hit airwaves. He and it were featured in the comeback commercial of the year in 2011, when an extended spot for the Chrysler 200 debuted during the Super Bowl.(Photo: Scott Gries/PictureGroup)

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Eminem - Eminem would be a surprise win for American Idol: not only a huge star, but a rapper. Em confronting wack auditioners would be classic material. Though we have to say, the chances he'd ever agree to do Idol are, well, Slim. (Photo: Scott Gries/PictureGroup)

50 Cent on the evolution of hip hop: - “Things cycle. Like in fashion… Instead of the hippies, they’re hipsters, instead of the pants being bell bottoms, they’re tighter because of skateboard culture emerging at the same time. For me when I look at the things that I fell in love with within the culture, there’s no longer a lot of that representation out here. So, I feel like it’s important that I represent that.”(Photo: Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)

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50 Cent - Ever since he craftily destroyed Ja Rule and then partially co-opted his lane, Fif has been one of rap's signature crooners. So who's to say he couldn't be a judge on a singing talent show? He'd be the perfect replacement for Simon Cowell's much missed razor-sharp wit and jerkish tendencies. (Photo: Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)

Usher - After releasing "Climax" and leaking two other singles from his new album, Looking 4 Myself, Usher is back in the game with two nominations, Video of the Year and Best Male R&B Artist.  (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

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Usher - Usher is, quite simply, one of the biggest and best entertainers of our time. The question isn't would he be a good judge; it's would he even consider doing it.  (Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

Louis - If Kanye Jr. is too obvious, the self-proclaimed Louis Vuitton Don could pass on his name in this more subtle way.(Photo: WENN.com)

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian (package deal) - American Idol could kill two birds with one stone with Kimye, Hollywood's hottest two-for-one deal. Kim would bring her infamous reality-show drama to the show; meanwhile, Kanye can finally get what he's always wanted — an open mic and the freedom to rant as much as he wants. (Photo: WENN.com)

Rihanna - Rihanna's worldwide fame would attract new eyes to Idol, and her middle-finger, rock-star attitude would keep them there. (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images)

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Rihanna - Rihanna's worldwide fame would attract new eyes to Idol, and her middle-finger, rock-star attitude would keep them there. (Photo: Mark Davis/Getty Images)