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Deja who?

I did it.  I missed the whole thing.

I did not watch a single moment of this season’s American Idol.

I’ll admit it — I walked away when Simon Cowell did.  I didn’t see a need for the show to continue.  And when I heard who they hired to replace him, I didn’t feel any differently.

Now, friends have told me I screwed up.  That this was the most talented group of contestants yet.  That it was refreshing to watch a show where the judges strived to create a supportive environment. (But some have said it was all a bit too nicey-nice as well.)

But I was still a little curious this morning about who won.  So I took a look.

Good lord — it’s Clay Aiken.

I didn’t miss a thing after all.

Cover your mouth

When I saw the official photo released of the new “American Idol” judges, I felt a little sick to my stomach.

Perhaps I miss Simon?  Dread the start of the new season?  Or could it be a natural reaction to all the creases and crevices in Steven Tyler’s face — you know, that feeling you get after stepping off a bumpy roller coaster ride?

Turns out — it’s probably just the singing.

Researchers at Singapore’s National University Hospital found that singing spreads cold and flu germs more effectively than coughing or sneezing.  A trained voice in particular produces a stronger, more penetrating plume of infection into the air.

Well, do-re-mi.

The researchers were conducting the study to determine how far to recommend spacing beds in hospitals that treat airborne illnesses.

Perhaps the results will bring a quick end to this season of “American Idol,” too.

One can only hope.

Jump ship

Dear Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler:

Run.  Run as fast as you can.

The producers of “American Idol” are on a sinking ship, and they want you to pull them ashore.

The problem is, they will pull you under with them….just like they did Kara.  They tried to do the same to Ellen, but she has her own boat and is able to avoid the undertow.

Love all my water metaphors?  That’s what you use when a show has — wait for it — JUMPED THE SHARK!

Why can’t the producers just admit that AI has reached its natural end?  Simon Cowell could see it.  Audiences can see it coming, too; that’s why the numbers have been declining over time.

Don’t judge the program by the number of yahoos who show up for the auditions.  There will always be people who want to be discovered.

The producers should create a new program that will generate some excitement and spend their time and energy on that…instead of trying to revive “American Idol” with musical stars that are nearing or past their prime.

(No offense intended.)

Continue with your fabulous careers.  Goodness knows you don’t need AI.