'American Idol''s New Judge Talks to ET

Just in: Grammy-nominated songwriter Kara DioGuardi , who will be joining Paula Abdul , Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell in New York on Tuesday for her first-ever day as the newest judge on the "American Idol" staff, says that she "will be a straight shooter and say it like I see it." Kara hasn't been a household name until this latest "Idol" announcement, but she is well-known behind the scenes in the music industry, having recently worked with Britney Spears and last season's "American Idol" David Cook on their upcoming albums. She is also no stranger to Paula. Early in Kara's career, she and Paula co-wrote "Spinning Around," which was a hit for Kylie Mingoue, and they have stayed in touch over the years. (link)