Jennifer Lopez Returns to American Idol, Top Paid Judge

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It’s official! Jennifer Lopez is returning to the judge panel of American Idol Season 13.

Except, there’s a price to pay for her presence… literally! According to Radar Online, Lopez only agreed to come back to the show for a payment of $15 million for the season. She, along with celebrity judge stars like Mariah Carey and Britney Spears are now among the highest paid judges on television.

According to PerezHilton, the formal announcement of JLo’s return will be announced in the next week or two. However, the party begins now and apparently so will all the hype about American Idol. With ratings dropping, JLo’s return may be just what the show needs. Here’s to hoping JLo has the magic touch…