Dana Walden Quotes

'American Idol' has changed the face of television.

Who wouldn't want to be an 'American Idol' judge? It's an awesome, awesome show.

There's no question 'Amazing Race' is a beautifully produced show.

I grew up watching 'American Idol.'

I got in the audition line called 'Making the Band' because I wanted to be in a band. If I didn't, I would have done 'American Idol.'

I've never seen American Idol but I am grateful to them. That show is one of Fox's biggest moneymakers, and some of that money goes to pay for shows like Prison Break. Simon Cowell's been signing my paychecks and for that I say thanks.

My weakness is 'American Idol.' My husband thinks it's ridiculous. But I am so inspired by those young people who are singing their guts out.

I don't watch 'American Idol,' but I wouldn't call it 'undignified.'

If I went on 'American Idol,' I would definitely be kicked out immediately.

I'm also a big 'American Idol' fan. I think it's just great fun.

There will never be another 'American Idol,' which produced so many credible superstars over the years. It was a phenomenon in pop culture. It changed music.

I don't have anything against Simon Cowell and 'The X Factor.'

I think America did a great job. I think Carrie Underwood fits the bill of American Idol. She's a wonderful girl, and she's gonna have a great career.

I'm proud to be involved with Simon Cowell and 'X Factor.'

I'm a big fan of all those singing competition shows.

I will tell you this: I have fun, a lot of fun with 'The Apprentice.' When I did the books - and now we have a book out. And all the time, books are prestigious. But there's sort of nothing like having the big hot show on television.

There's a lot I've yet to say about 'American Idol,' so I am excited about teaming up with 'Idol Go Home' and starting my blog.

At a very basic level, I think television exists for game shows, and I think it always will.

I have a bit of a problem with 'American Idol.' Forgive me, but it's difficult for me to watch. I can't help but think of people being exploited. On the other hand, I'm really enjoying 'Glee.'

I do watch 'American Idol' sometimes. It's not really that pleasurable... I take that back. It is the epitome of a guilty pleasure. Sometimes there's some good singers on that show.

I like 'American Idol' because it's an actual talent contest.

I've been watching 'American Idol' since I was five years old.

I've been watching 'American Idol' half my life, and I wanted to audition since I was 8.

If you watch 'American Idol,' and you close your eyes, you don't know who's singing because they all sound exactly alike.

I get tempted to do a reality show because I enjoy them so much.