LOS ANGELES – Randy Jackson out.
The original American Idol judge says he won’t be returning to the Fox talent competition.
“To put all of the speculation to the rest, after 12 years of judging on American Idol, I have decided to leave after this season,” Jackson said in a statement Thursday. “I am very proud of how we forever changed television and the music industry.”
The 56-year-old record producer and bassist called the experience a “life-changing opportunity”. He said he’s leaving to focus on his record label and other business opportunities. Jackson has served as a judge on all 12 seasons. (AP)
