AP - It was only her first day as an "American Idol" judge, but already Kara DioGuardi seemed part of the dysfunctional family. more »
NEW YORK, New York -- The "American Idol" judges met their newest member on Tuesday at the New York City tryouts, and Access Hollywood was on the scene as Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul got to welcome Kara DioGuardi.
Kara, a songwriter with hits including collaborations with Britney Spears, Faith Hill, the Jonas Brothers and a number of "Idol" vets, didn't seem nervous about her famous new colleagues.
"[I'm] not intimidated," Kara told Access. "Now that I look at Simon, I can hold my own."
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AP - It was only her first day as an "American Idol" judge, but already Kara DioGuardi seemed part of the dysfunctional family. more »
AP - Scooching in between Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson sounds intimidating, if not a little scary. more »
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