Justin Guarini Spurs 'American Idol' Lip-Synch Scandal!

Never mind AIG—the real scandal of the day comes courtesy of AI. The New York Times reports that American Idol producers admit—sort of, and reluctantly—that some of the group numbers on American Idol are aided by pre-recorded vocal tracks. The semi-confession came after American Idol Season One contestant Justin Guarini—who currently co-hosts the TV Guide Network's Idol Wrap—noted on last week's episode that the most recent group performance, "Trouble," appeared to employ lip-synching. "Every single year we can't stand the group performances,” Guarini noted. "I know they can't stand it either. And I think what makes them even worse now is that they're…
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  • Oh and why I am on a roll. you need to find out why Justin Guarini is "all of a sudden snatched off off of TV guide . Is it because of him revealing AI " dirty little secret" Don't bother commenting on what I said I won't be back.. Justin you are so...
    KathyW9 3/29/09 Reply
  • oh American Idol quit acting like you got caught with your panties down.. we all knew this..yeah we believed you can sing with the microphone at your knees. You owe this particular contestant the right to say whatever.. you ruined any chance of...
    KathyW9 3/29/09 Reply