Randy Jackson

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Randy Jackson

Born June 23, 1956 · Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA (age 70)

Randall Darius Jackson (born June 23, 1956) is an American record executive, television presenter and musician, best known as a judge on American Idol from 2002 to 2013. Jackson began his career in the 1980s as a session musician playing bass guitar for an array of jazz, pop, rock, and R&B performers. He moved on to work in music production and in the A&R department at Columbia Records and MCA Re…

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RobotsRobots · 2005
Robots
6.52005
MovieAnimationComedy
Rodney Copperbottom is a young robot inventor who dreams of making the world a better place, until the evil Ratchet takes over Bigweld Industries. Now, Rodney's dreams – and those of his friends – are in danger of becoming obsolete.
Family Guy Presents: Stewie Kills Lois and Lois Kills StewieFamily Guy Presents: Stewie Kills Lois and Lois Kills Stewie · 2009
Family Guy Presents: Stewie Kills Lois and Lois Kills Stewie
8.12009
MovieAnimationComedy
You can learn a lot from a maniacal baby genius bent on a world of domination, but we kinda hope you don't. In the shockingly hilarious 100th episode of Family Guy, Stewie makes good on his threat to do away with "vile woman" he calls Lois.
American Idol: The Search For A SuperstarAmerican Idol: The Search For A Superstar · 2002
American Idol: The Search For A Superstar
8.02002
MovieMusicTV Movie
How do you turn a talent search into a phenomenon? Simple. You let America be the judge. In the summer of 2002, that's exactly what producer Simon Fuller's 19 Entertainment along with FremantleMedia did for Fox Television. Beginning with an open call for auditions in seven cities across the country, American Idol judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell narrowed a field of over 10,000 pop singer wannabes to one American Idol.
The SimpsonsThe Simpsons · 1989
The Simpsons
8.01989
SeriesAnimationComedy
Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.
Family GuyFamily Guy · 1999
Family Guy
7.41999
SeriesAnimationComedy
Sick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family. Bumbling Peter and long-suffering Lois have three kids. Stewie (a brilliant but sadistic baby bent on killing his mother and taking over the world), Meg (the oldest, and is the most unpopular girl in town) and Chris (the middle kid, he's not very bright but has a passion for movies). The final member of the family is Brian - a talking dog and much more than a pet, he keeps Stewie in check whilst sipping Martinis and sorting through his own life issues.
The Jennifer Hudson ShowThe Jennifer Hudson Show · 2022
The Jennifer Hudson Show
5.62022
SeriesTalk
Talented entertainer and newly-minted EGOT Jennifer Hudson takes on the daytime talk show landscape.
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoThe Tonight Show with Jay Leno · 1992
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
5.41992
SeriesTalkComedy
Jay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world.
LIVE with Kelly and MarkLIVE with Kelly and Mark · 1988
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
5.61988
SeriesTalk
A morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus spontaneous, hilarious and unpredictable talk.

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America's Best Dance CrewAmerica's Best Dance Crew · 2008
America's Best Dance Crew
7.32008
Series
Randy Jackson Presents: America's Best Dance Crew, often abbreviated as ABDC, is an American competitive dance reality television series that features dance crews from the United States and around the world. It was produced by American Idol judge Randy Jackson and aired on MTV. The series was originally developed for NBC as World Moves. After seven seasons, ABDC was cancelled due to declining ratings. The show was hosted by Mario Lopez, and featured television personality Layla Kayleigh as the backstage correspondent. The judging panel for the final seasons of the show included entertainers Lil Mama, JC Chasez, and Dominic "D-Trix" Sandoval. Former judges included hip-hop choreographer Shane Sparks and R&B singer Omarion.

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