Adam Lambert to become "American Idol" judge?

Adam Lambert attends 103.5 KTU's KTUphoria on May 20, 2012, in Holmdel City, N.J.

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(CBS News) Adam Lambert is reportedly being considered for a spot at the judges' table on "American Idol."

The Season 8 runner-up is in talks for the upcoming 12th season of the singing competition, E! News reports.

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"They have been talking about Adam for over a month," a source told E! News. "He personifies the show, and will be a popular choice right from the start. He knows what it's like to be on the receiving end of the judges' comments, he has a human touch, and they know they can't go wrong if they bring him on. He would be able to bring a unique perspective to the show. People love him."

Back in May, Jennifer Lopez said she had not yet decided whether to return for a third stint as a judge on the show. And according to E!, Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler's futures with "Idol" are also up in the air.

In a statement released Monday to the Hollywood Reporter, Lambert denied talks have taken place.

"'Idol' has an amazing history of introducing great musical talent, and I was very fortunate to have had the 'Idol' stage play a big part in my career," he said. "IF 'Idol' wants to talk to me about Judging, I'd be more than flattered to have that conversation."

Lambert finished in second place on "American Idol" in 2009. His second album, "Trespassing," debuted in the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart when it was released in May.

Tell us: Who would you like to see judging "American Idol"?

[stephanie_retana_portugal]

adam lamber is the best choice i <3 him and he has a great talent

[Glam-child1998]

Adam Lambert would be A great choice for an American Idol judge not only does he have amazing talent he would put a new perspective into the show i would love to see Adam Lambert as A judge!

[BPVarnedoe]

Adam would be a GREAT replacement for goofy Steven Tyler who has nothing to say but "beautiful, man" - an older judge like Stevie Nicks or someone of her stature would be a great addition, too. The current panel of judges do not judge - they just make sweet, nice comments that do not help the contestants - unless it's one of their favorites. I think you do need a woman judge who can be straightforward with helpful and constructive advice - not "goosy" remarks.

[Merydithh]

Adam Lambert would be a perfect choice. He brings it all to the table - one of the best technical voices out there today, brilliant performer (knows how to connect with the audience), articulate (knows how to put a sentence together), charming, charismatic, gorgeous, exciting... And he knows how to give constructive criticism that will actually help, not empty words that mean nothing.

[VivaciousV12]

Thank goodness for people like you who recognize Adam's talent. He would be a perfect choice for the show (MUCH better than JLO) And everything else you said about him-charming, knows how to give constructive criticism, articulate, etc. Thank-you for your positivity! I really hope we see him on the panel of judges next year!

[ssporleder]

Please.

A judge should be someone who has been in the business for a longer time than he has, with real talent and a real understanding of music.

And be someone who can say more than "it was pitchy".