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Why Paula Abdul Left American Idol
A New York Times report on why Paula Abdul left Idol confirms that it was indeed, about money, but she also felt dissed by the show’s producers. One of the reasons she asked for higher compensation was to make up for endorsement deals she lost due to her reputation as unreliable and a ...
Exclusive: ‘Ugly Betty’ snags Paula Abdul
Exclusive: ‘Ugly Betty’ snags Paula Abdul
ausiellofiles.ew.com — At long last, someone to tell Betty she’s beautiful! Former American Idol judge Paula Abdul is in... talks to guest star on Ugly Betty, sources confirm to me exclusively. Details of Abdul’s role are being kept under wraps but an Ugly insider ... (more) Exclusive: ‘Ugly Betty’ snags Paula Abdul
How ‘American Idol' and Paula Abdul Parted Ways
How ‘American Idol' and Paula Abdul Parted Ways
nytimes.com — Paula Abdul, the dancer and singer, on the “Idol” set.... (more) How ‘American Idol' and Paula Abdul Parted Ways
Paula Abdul -- Easy As ABC
Paula Abdul -- Easy As ABC
tmz.com — Filed under: American Idol , Dancing with the Stars Paula Abdul isn't missing a beat. Our spies... say she spent part of the afternoon yesterday with ABC entertainment honcho Steve McPherson.We're told Stevie M. wants Paula to be a contestant on ... (more) Paula Abdul -- Easy As ABC
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American Idol Buzz — Ms. Abdul told David Letterman on his talk show in July 2007 that she believed remarks by the other judges on “Idol” had inadvertently fed the rumors. Earlier that year the judges, Mr. Cowell and Randy Jackson, had countered those … More: continued here

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