American Idol

Over the years many reality television shows have been successful while others have been cut. But what makes a reality television show special? Some say it is the ability adapt. This means to create a new formula every once in a while in order to keep the audience's attention. One television show that has been successful over the years is American Idol. Although the show continued to bring in viewers, a change was needed to keep things interesting. The chain reaction of change was brought about when Paula Abdul left the show a few seasons ago. After her departure, Kara DioGuardi was brought onto the show along with Ellen Degeneres. But they soon left the show. Along with DioGuardi and Degeneres another judge left last season. Simon Cowell was one of the most controversial parts of American Idol, and was one of the biggest reasons the show became such a huge success. Last year when Cowell announced his departure many people wondered how the show would do without him. This change on the show brought many viewers back to see what this new version of American Idol would be like and if it really could survive without him. To many of the viewer’s satisfaction this season is by far one of the best. But no one really knows the exact reason why. It could be that everyone is in favor of the two new judges, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler. Or that the talent of the current season might be the best American Idol has ever seen. Although Cowell's tough love is sometimes missed on the show, he certainly was not the staple that held the reality TV show together.

By: Allie Sleeting