After finding out how much bread American Idol judge Simon Cowell rakes in every week,  Mr. “Can’t stop, Won’t stop” aka Diddy is gunning for dude’s job.

“I have been fronting all this time, trying to act like I don’t want that spot. [But] I spoke to Simon’s business manager, and I found out how much that boy makes a week. I am praying right now to ‘American Idol. I want everybody to get on Twitter, MySpace, Facebook and say that Diddy should get the Simon spot — but for the same amount of money that Simon was getting, else it’s a deal-breaker.”

Diddy wants Simon’s job…well his paycheck so bad that he’s practically begging for it. WOW!

“I’m tired of being cool: That number that Simon was getting a week is ridiculous. I can’t even be cool with that. Please, can I have the job, whoever’s in charge of giving that job? There’s no negotiating the contract. Just change the name on the check, and I’ll be there. More money, no more problems. Them days is over, baby. Let’s go.”

We all know Diddy is all about his benjamins and I could really see him on the judging panel, but there’s obviously a reason why American Idol bosses haven’t called his a$$ yet. Realtalk, they made Ellen a judge–what does she know about music? My point exactly! American Idol is not ready for Diddy and his take that, take that attitude!

Looks like Shaunie done pissed Shaq off! Apparently Shaquille O’Neal is giving VH1 two options, cancel her new reality series “Basketball Wives” or get sued. The show premiered last week and word is the second episode is going to be really juicy since its expected to focus on her tumultuous relationship with the NBA player. Shaq’s lawyer Michael J. Klump claims Shaunie is violating their confidentiality agreement if she reveals any private details about Shaq on the show. VH1 has by the close of business today to respond and so far they haven’t. A new episode of “Basketball Wives” is scheduled to air Sunday, April 18th. Guess we’ll just have to wait till then to find out if VH1 gives in to Shaq’s request.

Shaq is just trippin’ ’cause Shaunie might expose his cheating his a$$! I caught the show last Sunday and I must say I will be tuning in again this Sunday. But, something tells me it’s gonna end up being like the Real Housewives of Atlanta. How the hell you gonna name a show “Basketball Wives” and none of these bishes have a ring on their finger!

Not sure if you’re aware but the Queen of daytime television Oprah Winfrey plans to kick “The Oprah Winfrey Show” to the curb in 2011. No need to worry ’cause Lady O will still be on your television screen, but just on her very own network, OWN. The next chapter in Oprah’s life will be a nighttime talk show that will feature conversations from celebrities and political icons. Word is she’s scooped up new BFF’s Jay-Z and Lady Gaga to be her first guests! Everyone loves them some Oprah which is why the network is milking her ability to attract high-profile talent. One series titled “Visionaries: Inside the Creative Mind”, will highlight Lady Gaga and film director James Cameron among others, while “Master Class” will feature important people like former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and the king of Hip-hop Jay-Z relaying their life stories and lessons straight into the camera.

Apparently, Oprah hit up homie Jay-Z on the cellie and asked him if he was down. Jay admits that he didn’t even think twice. He says,