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Rex Features
The 'Girlfriend' singer is reportedly scheduled to appear at the callback audition episode in Los Angeles alongside previously confirmed guest judge Katy Perry.
Lavigne is the latest in a string of famous faces to be handed a guest panel position in the wake of Paula Abdul's departure.
Other stars linked to the judges' table include Victoria Beckham, Joe Jonas, Kristin Chenoweth, Neil Patrick Harris, Shania Twain and Mary J. Blige.
> Paula Abdul: 'I quit Idol on principle'
Tube Talk
The Greatest TV Presidents: Friday FiverTube Talk chooses the best TV presidents for this week's Friday Fiver.
2012-13 Season
Donald Sutherland for 'Living Loaded'Donald Sutherland to co-star in Fox's new comedy pilot Living Loaded.
US TV Interviews
'The Bachelor's Emily O'Brien - interviewPhD student failed to get a rose at this week's Rose Ceremony in Belize.
US TV Ratings
'Private Practice' up to 7.1m on ABCThe Grey's Anatomy spinoff is the only show to post a week-on-week rise.
