• The Hollywood Reporter on LinkedIn
  • Follow THR on Pinterest
MAR
13
1 years

'American Idol' Contestant Jermaine Jones Disqualified From Competition

6:54 PM PDT 3/13/2012 by Michele Amabile Angermiller

UPDATED: Jones was disqualified for concealing “multiple crimes” and is expected to exit the show during Wednesday’s broadcast.

Jermaine Jones

Jermaine Jones has been disqualified from further participation on American Idol after it was discovered that he concealed "multiple crimes," TMZ reports.

our editor recommends
THR's Idol Hangover: Episode 2 With Stefano Langone, Bonnie McKee

Jones announced his departure on Twitter, tweeting, "Awww I will no longer b on the show."

PHOTOS: 'American Idol' Season 11 Top 13 Finalists

Jones was reportedly charged with two crimes in 2011, one involving violence. In both arrests, Jones gave a fake name to police. He additionally did not reveal to producers that he has outstanding warrants.

Jones departure will pan out in dramatic fashion on Wednesday night's broadcast.

Fox had no comment.

Later on the night of March 13, Jones' Twitter account was deleted. 

Twitter: @micheleamabile

Follow Idol Worship

Social & Mobile

From our partners