There may be only a few weeks left in this 12th season of “American Idol,” but there’s no lack of behind-the-scenes drama as rumors fly about changes in the judging panel — even before this current season is over!
The latest discourse focuses on Mariah Carey and how her seeming inability to strongly critique contestants has frustrated both viewers and veteran “Idol” staffers. “While Mariah is a very different case, it is reminiscent of Ellen DeGeneres’ discomfort in playing the role of judge,” said an “Idol” insider
