Nicki Minaj Close To Signing American Idol Deal & Mariah Carey Is Not Happy

THR first revealed last Friday that Idol wanted Minaj but the flamboyant rapper’s Pepsi sponsorship was irking Idol partner Coke. Those issues apparently have been worked out, and Minaj will receive about $8 million to join the show with additional allowances for wardrobe, hair and makeup.

Minaj could sign on the dotted line as soon as today or early next week, adds the source.

Mariah Carey believes her close friend would be a perfect addition to the panel because of his talent and knowledge of the music industry.

A source told HollywoodLife.com: "Mariah would love to have her dear friend Lenny Kravitz sit next to her on the 'American Idol' judge panel. She thinks he would be the perfect choice because he is extremely talented and knows music inside and out."

Earlier this week, it was reported that Nicki Minaj is likely to join the judging panel - a move which Mariah is said to be unhappy about because she doesn't want the contest to become a "freak show".

The source continued: "Nicki on the other hand isn't established enough to qualify as a judge.

"Mariah wants a panel of bright, inspirational and constructive judges. Not some freak show! Mariah thinks Nicki will just be a distraction and it will all be about her and her outrageous behaviour. Mariah will not be happy if Nicki joins the panel and she has let the producers know just how she feels!"

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