Known for her career as a singer and actor,Jennifer Lopezis no stranger to fame.

Her career spans decades and she values her achievements in music and films as her fame took off.

This was put into question when Jennifer Lopez decided to move to reality television.

Jennifer Lopez smiling

After the original judges stepped away from “American Idol,” Lopez considered filling an empty seat.

However, she was warned against joining the panel of judges.

She sat down with Nikki Glaser forInterview Magazinein October 2024 in which she discussed this matter.

Jennifer Lopez poses with fellow judges

“I don’t do things because I like danger,” she said.

She explained that she loved music and mentoring others and saw it as a wonderful opportunity for her.

She also considered not returning at one point during her divorce from Marc Anthony after a seven-year marriage.

However, she did ultimately come back and served as judge for the singing show until 2016.