Shania Twain To Guest On 'Idol'

(AP)  Shania Twain is joining the ranks of "American Idol" guest judges.

A spokesman for the show said Tuesday that the country singer will take part in the Chicago auditions set for the end of August.

Kelly Clarkson, the original "American Idol," and one of the Jonas Brothers also may end up as guest judges. But they had yet to be confirmed Tuesday.

"American Idol" began enlisting visiting celebrities after a contract dispute led Paula Abdul to announce she was quitting the show.

Among the first was Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, leading to speculation that she might replace Abdul.

There's been speculation that Abdul still could reach a deal and return for the ninth season, starting in January.

[dennisall77]

duh! Paula return? Of course she will.... it is all about money... Idol tries to make it, Paula tires to spend it.... they offered X, she countered X... that will be the high and low and they will settle in between because if she leaves, THEY BOTH lose money in the long run