Idol: Kate Perry and Avril Lavigne Guest Judge

Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry joined the American Idol judges Tuesday in Los Angeles, and the starlets showed sass, saying no to hopeful singers when the judges — even Simon Cowell — said yes. Katy even clashed with Kara DioGuardi, mocking her at times and threatening to throw a Coke in her face when she shot back.

But the real battle was for golden tickets. Jim Ranger, a 27-year-old pastor with three kids, sang his own song, “Drive.” and made it through despite concern from a devilish Avril that he wouldn’t be able to handle being a pop star.

Simon said Mary Powers, who sang a Pat Benatar song, was “a little cliché.” But she got unanimous praise for her stylish voice and scored a ride to Hollywood. She then brought her 8-year-old daughter into the audition room to say hello to her favorite judge, Simon. It was a cute moment from the bristly Brit.

Musician Andrew Garcia, who is also a parent, blew the panel away with his soulful performance. Simon said he was “the only person [of the day] who I believe is genuinely good singer.” Katy told him, “You gave me chills,” and he was sent through to the next round.

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Avril Lavigne files for divorce

Court records show Avril Lavigne has filed for divorce from her musician husband after three years of marriage. Lavigne filed for divorce from Sum 41 singer Deryck Jason Whibley on Friday in Los Angeles.

The couple were married in July 2006 and have no children together. Lavigne cited “irreconcilable differences.”

The 25-year-old punk-pop singer burst to fame with her 2002 debut album “Let’s Go.”

Lavigne is asking a ruling to block Whibley from receiving spousal support.

Court records show Whibley was granted a request to add Lavigne’s last name to his name in December 2007.

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Avril Lavigne Splits From Husband

Canadian superstar Avril Lavigne has said later-boy to her skater boy.

The Napanee, Ont., songstress confirmed in a statement that she and fellow Canadian rocker, Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley, have separated.

“Deryck and I are separating and moving forward on a positive note,” she said in a statement posted on her website Thursday night.

“I am grateful for our time together, and I am grateful and blessed for our remaining friendship. I admire Deryck and have a great amount of respect for him. He is the most amazing person I know and I love him with all my heart.”

Lavigne, 24, is reported to have asked Whibley, whom she married in 2006, to move out of their Los Angeles mansion.

According to Us Weekly magazine, a friend said “she dumped him and told him she was leaving him. She wants to move on. Divorce papers will be filed any day now.”

The Scarborough, Ont.-born Whibley, is reportedly “crushed” by the demise of the relationship and Lavigne’s demand he leave their $9.5-million US 12,000-square-foot house.

According to reports, Lavigne is apparently so determined to turn the page on the relationship, she has opted to cut tracks from her forthcoming CD. Whibley, 29, is said to have produced eight of the nine songs recorded for the album at the couple’s studio in Tarzana, Calif.

A friend told Us Weekly, “She is going to do new songs that don’t have his mark on them. She wants no trace of him.”

Rumours of a rift between the two grew louder in recent months. In August, Lavigne was spotted partying with friends, with her husband nowhere to be seen.

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Avril Lavigne headed to Broadway?

Is punk/pop princess Avril Lavigne headed to Broadway? Avril was seen dining at the notorious Broadway restaurant Sardi’s with a few top Producers. Rumors are swirling around town that Avril will be headlining in a show! Read more