American Idol bosses are delighted that Kara DioGuardi is to return as a judge for the 2010 series.

Her return to the show was confirmed this week, though Paula Abdul’s position is still said to be hanging in the balance.

Idol executive producer Simon Fuller told The Live Feed: “We are so happy to welcome back Kara for her second season with Idol – she is a breath of fresh air and her passion for music and her understanding of talent is invaluable.”

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