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Judge Exits American Idol After 13 Seasons

"American Idol" judge and mentor Randy Jackson quits Fox TV singing competition after 13 seasons.

One of the original  judges for Fox TV's  singing competition “American Idol” leaves show after 13 seasons.

Jackson who was one of the original judges since it's premiere in 2002, exited the Judges panel in the 12th season, but returned as a mentor in the 13th season this year.

The current judges of the show,  Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. will all return for the show's 14th season next year.

“Randy has been such an integral part of ‘American Idol’ since day one, both as a judge and as a mentor. He’s provided great advice and support, shaping the success of so many Idols we have discovered over the years,”

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“We wish him all the best in his next chapter. Randy will always be part of our ‘Idol’ family and we hope he’ll visit from time to time.” said Fox and “Idol” producers in a statement.

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