[paulycy]

So what is the point of adding her?

She has a good understanding of entertainment and performance. Her presence will change the focus of the show somewhat from a purely musical competition to one with perhaps a bit more showmanship and performance skills.

American Idol has been on the air for years and could use a little shaking up. Plus, she's funny and well liked by a lot of people (even if she's not a favorite to some FReepers ;0)

IMHO her presence will improve the program which is getting into a rut.

[Ol' Sparky]

Her presence will change the focus of the show somewhat from a purely musical competition to one with perhaps a bit more showmanship and performance skills.

As Simon Cowell always says, "It is a singing competition." Degenerate knows nothing about singing.