January 21, 2011, 8:24 pm

American Idol Slips in the Ratings

American Idol’s ratings slipped on it’s second night, pulling in 22.9 million viewers, still winning it’s timeslot. It was down 20% from it’s premier, and 23% down from last year’s second episode. However, Nigel Lythgoe, Executive Producer of the show, isn’t concerned.

Nigel believes that once we see the latest crop of Idols chosen, people will most definitely tune in. In fact, he believes they have found a talented 15 yr. old girl who rivals Kelly Clarkson. “I am thrilled and delighted at the reaction to the new panel,” Lythgoe tells THR, noting that the numbers were 45% higher than last year’s finale performance night and 18% higher than the season 9 finale results show.

What do you think about the ratings drop? Are you watching?

  • JJ

    Definitely think the rating’s drop is cuz of Simon leaving. People were probably skeptical to start up on a new season without him. And this 15 year old girl?? Pleas, they are totally pushing for the next Miley Cyrus to win this comp. Blah.

  • Anna

    I really don’t care about ratings…but I love the new judges!!! Especially Steven!! Would love to know what Fox is apologizing for…but whatever it was it was probably soooo darn funny coming from Steven!!

  • Techguy

    Love the judges…watching every week both nights. Tyler’s awesome and Jen is hot.