They really are shaking things up at “American Idol.”
With original judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and now Randy Jackson out, “Idol” honchos have reached out to former contestant Jennifer Hudson to fill up a spot for season 13.
Multiple sources have confirmed the Oscar winner’s deal with her former stomping ground to E! News.
According to E!, the two remaining spots are also intended for “Idol” alumni, Kelly Clarkson and either Adam Lambert or Clay Aiken. Clarkson is allegedly close to signing on, and it is unclear if Lambert or Aiken will fill the final spot.
Season 12 judges Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, Jackson and Keith Urban will not be returning.
Hudson joining the panel follows news that the Fox series is looking to shake up its old format.