Photos: Who should be the next ‘American Idol’ judge?

Just imagine the fireworks after an inevitable: “Simon, Simon...Imma let you finish...” (Victor Boyko / WireImage)

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May 31, 2013 5:11 PM PT

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“American Idol” judges are exiting the show en masse. Here are some suggestions for who should replace them.

Don’t expect a lot of witty banter, but nobody will send a pitchy contestant off the stage better than Tardar Sauce. (Daniel Petty / Denver Post via Getty Images)

Former Disney pop stars haven’t always worked out as judges (see: Demi Lovato’s stint on “The X-Factor”), but Miley has grown out of her bubblegum persona and has proven she isn’t afraid to share her opinions. (Jeffrey Mayer / WireImage)

Perhaps the biggest star to ever emerge from “American Idol,” Jennifer’s record sales and Academy Award would bring some gravitas to the show. (Jason Kempin / Getty Images)

Coachella opened up a whole new world of possibilities for celebrity appearances. Why stop at ‘Pac? Let’s get the Archduke Franz Ferdinand hologram on the judges’ panel! (Christopher Polk / Getty Images)