Kara DioGuardi

Celebrities arrive at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles for the "American Idol" grand finale. (Photo by Photo Agency) DON'T MISS Kara DioGuardi Dons Bikini on American Idol New Idol Judge Is Engaged Kara DioGuardi , the fourth judge on American Idol 's panel, tied the knot yesterday with her longtime boyfriend Mike McCuddy . The ceremony was held in Prospect Harbor, Maine, where the couple first met. As the story goes, DioGuardi owns a home in Prospect Harbor, and she met McCuddy (who's a contractor) when he was building a house next to hers. Pastor Scott Nurse, Sr. officiated the ceremony, and he ... Read Full Story

The amazing singer, songwriter, vocal coach and performer Kara DioGuardi performed the song “Taking Chances” recently at the 2nd Annual Somaly Mam “Evening of Hopes and Dreams Gala”. The song was written by Kara DioGuardi and Dave Stewart (our one, from Eurythmics) when they were “Platinum Weird” and it ws made famous by Celine Dion who made it the title track of there comeback album and tour. Watch a video of her live solo performance here: If you want to find out more about Platinum Weird visit this website . Read Full Story

" American Idol " judge Kara DioGuardi treated guests to a live performance with her stellar vocals at the 2nd Annual "An Evening of Hopes and Dreams Gala." DioGuardi sang her tunes "Taking Chances" and "Sober" for the crowd, which included " Twilight's " Edi Gathegi and " 90210 " star AnnaLynne McCord. The gala raised funds for the Somaly Mam Foundation, founded by human trafficking survivor and leading activist Somaly Mam. McCord bid $12,000 for the opportunity to travel to Cambodia with Mam and make a difference in the lives of children victimized by the human trafficking market. Funds raised through the event ... Read Full Story

Kara DioGuardi wants to get to know Ellen DeGeneres before the talk show host joins the panel of judges on "American Idol." See the most memorable "American Idols" At the Media and Money Conference in New York, DioGuardi said she plans on spending time with DeGeneres in December, before season 9 of "Idol" premieres in January. See photos from the "American Idols" Live tour "I'm hoping the chemistry with Ellen will be great -- and a great start to the season," she said. Following the announcement of DeGeneres on "Idol," fellow judge Randy Jackson told "Extra" he's pumped to have her on board. "It's ... Read Full Story

If I were Paula Abdul , I'd be shaking in my boots. While no one seems to know what to make of Fox's decision to re-sign American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi , the show's executives had tons of great things to say about the Idol newbie. Fox's President of alternative programming, Mike Darnell , said: "Kara’s spitfire personality and sharp musical sensibility infused American Idol with a new energy last year. She clearly has a keen eye for talent - spotting Adam Lambert’s superstar quality early on last season - and her performance on the season 8 finale was one of the most memorable ... Read Full Story