Has Bieber-fever invaded American Idol?
On the heels of Justin Bieber's massive success, the talent show announced it will lower its eligibility age to 15 for season 10, reports USA Today.
"A lot of young, talented are now seeking careers and representation before they turn 16," Idol executive producer Cecile Frot-Coutaz says. "Lowering the age limit allows us to tap into this talent pool."
The show's age limit was previously 16 to 28.
FOX also recently announced Idol will begin accepting online auditions via MySpace. Does that mean the show is looking for the next Greyson Chance, the 12-year-old whose video version of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi" went viral?
Auditions for the next season of American Idol begin July 17 in Nashville.
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