Harry Connick Jr Joins Judges on American Idol But Keith Urban Tweets He’s Happy To Work With Harry Styles

Harry Connick Jr. will join Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban at the judging table when American Idol returns in January.

so excited to be on @AmericanIdol!!! i've already judged my wife and daughters like three times this morning. do they sell gavels on amazon?
— Harry Connick, Jr. (@HarryConnickJR) September 3, 2013

The first day on the job had Keith Urban joking about the new judges.

First day on the set of @AmericanIdol in Boston!! Absolutely loved working with Jennifer and Harry Styles! -KU — Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) September 4, 2013

I mean @HarryConnickJR... who's got a lotta style!!! -KU — Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) September 4, 2013

Harry didn't seem to mind the slip.

@KeithUrban is extremely attractive up close. and he smells really good.
— Harry Connick, Jr. (@HarryConnickJR) September 4, 2013

Harry is no stranger to Idol. He mentored last season's top 4 girls. In addition to his music advice, he offers the comic relief with his odd sense of humor. I think he'll blend well with Keith Urban and JLo. What do you think?

Keith Urban Plans 'Fuse' Listening Party For Fans

If you want to hear Keith Urban 's 'Fuse' album before it hits stores September 10th, you're in luck. Keith is having a special pre-release party and performance in Nashville September 6th. Don't worry if you don't live in or around Nashville. You can still watch online.

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