A person familiar with negotiations for Lopez said she's close to signing a deal to join Fox TV's hit singing contest as a judge. The person, who was not authorized to comment publicly, spoke Thursday night. DeGeneres announced earlier on Thursday she is leaving the show after one season, following fellow judge Simon Cowell out the door. Fox has yet to announce a replacement for Cowell. Actor-singer-dancer Lopez, whose films include "Selena" and "The Back-Up Plan," has appeared as a mentor on "American Idol." Fox declined comment. Phone and e-mail messages for Lopez's representatives were not immediately returned.

"Love?" is the latest CD from the Grammy-winner, who has twins with husband Marc Anthony. "American Idol" was the nation's favorite program last season, the seventh time it's held that position.