Jessica Simpsons In Talk About 'Idol' Producers: It is not mere rumor when the reports spread that Jessica Simpson is being considered to be Simon Cowell's replacement on "American Idol". The pop singer was indeed in talks with the show's producers, as confirmed by her representative to Gossip Cop.

Moreover, Simpsons "likes them and they like her" in the meeting but they are "not at the negotiating stage yet."

A source said that Simpsons is only one out of "dozens" of candidates who are being considered as the new judge. As widely reported in the past few dates, there have been other names like Justin Timberlake, Elton John and Chris Isaak, but the first two's casting reportedly has been denied.

Regarding how Simpsons is thrown in the competition, a source told TMZ, "I'm not sure whether her people approached Idol, or if it was the other way around."

With the audition running and a January 2011 premiere, the executives are under a deadline to announce the final selection.

"The network's dream scenario would be to make a splashy announcement at TCA [Television Critics Association] on Monday [August 2] morning," said the source. "They'd be the talk of TCA, and the message to other networks would essentially be, 'Follow that!'."

Jessica Simpson Record Of Supposed Prospective Perfect Judges:  Auditions for the next season of “American Idol” began this week in New Orleans as the short list of possible judges to fill Simon Cowell’s empty seat kept growing. The latest name being considered: Jessica Simpson. “Jessica has been approached about ‘American Idol’ but nothing has been confirmed yet on either end,” a source close to Simpson told TODAYshow

If Simpson does get the “Idol” green light, don’t expect her to be the permanent replacement for Cowell. “She’s not his replacement — they’re two entirely different personalities,” according to a source who’s quoted in the new issue of Life & Style magazine. “This is part of a massive overhaul of the show. There may be more judges, more opinions.”

Chris Isaak , Harry Connick Jr. and Justin Timberlake are also said to be in talks with the show. Reps for “American Idol” wouldn’t comment about any new potential judges, but they did confirm there’s no new judge in place.

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Jessica Simpson With Her Boyfriend: Aww man, she sure knows how to pick 'em, doesn't she? Apparently Jessica Simpson's latest boyfriend Eric Johnson has been sucking her finances dry, letting her bankroll his life since they started sucking face. "She's been paying for everything in their relationship, and it doesn't seem like Eric intends to stop that anytime soon," a source told Star magazine.

The pair have only been together two months, and Eric has already been spoiled with a free trip to Italy, complete with a $3,000-a-night hotel room, super-expensive dinners and hangouts on Jessica's $5,000-a-day chartered yacht. Upon their return to LA, Jessica was snapped buying Eric clothes and sneakers, and it's believed that the ex-footballer is crashing rent-free at Jessica's Beverly Hills mansion after his recent divorce left him temporarily homeless.

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Jessica Simpson Come Back To Act With Jeremy Piven: Tell him what you really think, why don't you? A sassy and sharp Jessica Simpson is seen telling Jeremy Piven's character Ari Gold in Entourage exactly what she thinks of him in an upcoming episode of the hit show. The 30-year old singer plays herself in the scene where her hard ball ex-agent Ari shows up at her house to grovel after avoiding her phone calls for months. I'm sorry,' he says. 'I brought you a present.'Then his assistant appears out of nowhere clutching a fluffy black puppy.I know it must have been hard after you lost your dog. I'm sorry I didn't call.'

The scene makes light of the fact that Jess lost her own puppy Daisy earlier this year after it was snatched by a coyote whilst out on a hike. 'You really are an a**hole,' she said. 'And besides, Daisy was a malti-poo.'For those of you who don't know, that's a cross between a Maltese and a poodle. 'That's just a poo,' she tells him before slamming the door in his face. The star's last foray into acting was in the 2008 film Major Movie Star, in which she played an actress who joins the army after suffering amnesia from a car accident.

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Jessica Simpson Ready To Pemium Of Sneak Peek: Giving a glimpse of her upcoming TV appearance, Jessica Simpson can soon be seen gracing small screens in an "Entourage" guest spot. To be aired on August 1st on HBO, the premium network has released a sneak peek to get fans ready for the soon-to-be aired Simpson episode.

In the upcoming "Entourage" installment, Jess plays herself in a role that sees her trying to be wooed back under the representation of agent Ari Gold - who uses the help of a canine companion named Rose. The TV appearance comes as ill-conceived rumors tell that Miss Simpson's new beau Eric Johnson is only with her for her money, with insiders laughing off the Star magazine claims.

Jessica Simpson Modeling for Slams Ari Gold (Video): Jessica Simpson clearly doesn't has nice things to say to Jeremy Piven's super-slimy agent character, Ari Gold, in her debut on Entourage". A sneak peek at the upcoming episode of the HBO series has been released, offering specifically a look at the cameo appearance of the host of "The Price of Beauty".

Jessica Simpson Modeling for Slams Ari Gold (Video): Ari comes to Jessica to try to woo her back as he suspects that Lizzie is trying to steal his clients. Attempting to use the songstress' recent tragedy of losing her beloved pet Daisy to his advantage, he presents her with another dog named Rose. Instead of winning her back, he gets to be degraded by Jessica.

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Jessica Simpson, Operation Smile’s International Youth Ambassador, will speak on opening night at Operation Smile’s 18th annual International Student Leadership Conference (ISLC). Almost 400 college and high school students from 12 countries around the world will gather from August 1-5 at the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. Jessica Simpson’s keynote address will focus on the conference’s theme – Be the Change! – empowering students to make a difference and change lives in their communities and around the world.

Since 2003, Jessica Simpson has helped to spread awareness for children suffering from cleft lip and cleft palate and the work of Operation Smile. In 2006, she visited Capitol Hill to speak on behalf of the organization. She has participated on international medical missions to Kenya and India, where she donned scrubs and witnessed the work of the surgical team in the operating room. Recently, Jessica launched a new initiative called A Beautiful Me in collaboration with Operation Smile, to help inspire self-esteem in young people who can then use their confidence and personal strength to change the world. Note: Jessica Simpson will be available for select pre-arranged interviews prior to the ISLC.

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Jessica Simpson’s wrinkle:  Singer Jessica Simpson, who turned 30 on July 10,  says the fact of aging has hit home.  “It is official – I’m 30 and found a wrinkle. Damnit!!” she tweets. It’s a new challenge for the star of the “Price of Beauty” television shows, but she seems to be adopting a healthy attitude toward the aging process by tweeting about it jovially.

Carmen Electra’s fitness routine: Actress Carmen Electra, 38, has these “secrets” for weight loss — cardio dancing that she enjoys, healthy diet, and patience, says StealTheStyle.com. The blog’s summary is “Carmen’s weight loss secrets are simple: eat healthy by keeping exaggerations away, perform an exercise routine that you enjoy and can stick to it for a long time and be patient – weight loss takes time and you need to have lots of willpower to make it through.

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The blonde beauty who had once famously complained that "23 is old," is unhappy with the latest development. "I'm 30 and found a wrinkle, Damnit" the singer tweeted. But despite her beauty woes, Simpson's love life is going great. After splitting from baseball star Tony Romo on the eve of her 29th birthday, the 'Sweetest Sin' singer is dating former soccer player Eric Johnson.

The new couple celebrated her birthday on the Italian island of Capri earlier this month and their affair has turned serious, reported Us. "He seems completely smitten. Eric clearly makes her laugh and he seems amused in her company as well," said a source close to the singer. Simpson and her latest beau were spotted kissing and holding hands during their Italian vacation and the singer is really happy with her new relationship.

Nine days into her thirties, Jessica Simpson is already seeing the effects of aging. "It is official -- I'm 30 and found a wrinkle," the singer Tweeted Monday. "Damnit!"But despite her beauty woes, Simpson has a reason to smile: boyfriend of seven weeks Eric Johnson, who helped the singer celebrate her July 10 birthday on the Italian island of Capri earlier this month.And Simpson -- who once complained, "23 is old! It's almost 25, which is almost mid-twenties!"  -- is equally as head over heels."Eric clearly makes her laugh and he seems amused in her company as well," a source tells Us. " I know she is really happy."