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Mariah Carey to Quit 'American Idol' Should Nicki Minaj Join the Cast?

Posted on Aug 21st 2012 9:45AM by Kenneth Partridge

Abdeljalil Bounhar, AP

"American Idol" bosses better think long and hard before they sign Nicki Minaj as a judge. According to TMZ, doing so might cost them Mariah Carey, who evidently joined the cast after being promised that she would be the only female on the panel.

A furious Mariah reportedly hung up the phone when she was told Minaj is a top candidate for the second vacant judging spot, and TMZ suggests she'll quit the show should the "Starships" rapper come on board.

All the hubbub could be premature, since Nicki has yet to officially sign anything. Still, rumors of her nearing a contract come at a time of great uncertainty for 'Idol,' as OG panelist Randy Jackson has yet to announce whether he'll return as a judge or transition to a mentoring role.

Coupled with Minaj's arrival, Jackson's departure would make for two female judges. Fox execs aren't exactly thrilled by that idea, TMZ reports, and as rumors swirl that Brad Paisley, Keith Urban and Enrique Iglesias are being considered as possible replacements for Jackson, some sources suggest two males might be needed to balance the gender scales.

Is there room on the panel for Mimi, Nicki and two other personalities? Hit us up on Twitter at @aolmusic and share your thoughts!

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