FOX is going all 'viewer participation' this year on American Idol. The producers are solicting American Idol fans to submit videos saying why they love American Idol. Sorry, you can no longer say anything about how you love the banter between Paula and Simon. The winning videos will be featured as part of the American Idol hype machine that will begin rolling in advance of Idol's January 12th premiere. Here are the exclusive details from FOX:

What is your all-time favorite IDOL moment? Who is your favorite IDOL? Who is your favorite judge? What has you most excited for the return of American Idol?

American Idol fans, now is your chance to sing the praises of IDOL by creating a video testimonial and uploading it to www.fox.com/idolfans. FOX is inviting IDOL fans 18 years of age and older to submit video testimonials sharing what they love about American Idol, to be evaluated for possible inclusion in an American Idol promotional campaign. For complete rules and submission guidelines, please visit www.fox.com/idolfans.

The much-anticipated ninth season of American Idol returns with a two-night premiere airing Tuesday, Jan. 12 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Wednesday, Jan. 13 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, television’s hit series promises to deliver the most unforgettable season yet as Ellen DeGeneres joins the judging panel to sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi.

American Idol is created and executive-produced by Simon Fuller, founder of 19 Entertainment; and executive-produced by Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia North America; and Ken Warwick, executive producer, FremantleMedia North America

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