As Jennifer’s replacement, Mariah hasn’t done much better in winning over audiences as a celebrity judge. The singer has been criticized (by the audience AND show producers) for her lack of criticism towards the contestants. It’s understandable that Mariah doesn’t want to come off as the “bad guy,” but in taking this job, she had to be prepared to hurt a few people’s feelings, which it doesn’t seem like she’s quite up for just yet.
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