Paula Abdul leaving Idol (UPDATED)
Well, we will be back to three judges after all.
Paula Abdul is leaving American Idol, Fox confirmed to ew.com. Abdul also said so on her Twitter page.
Wow. I didn’t see that coming. I thought all that bemoaning about “Idol” not treating her well was a negotiating ploy. And back in July, she seemed fairly optimistic things would work out. But perhaps she really couldn’t get the money she wanted and felt deeply hurt she wasn’t being compensated what she felt she deserved. The LA Times says she was getting paid $2 to $4 million a year and wanted a big raise. “Idol” was willing only to go to the $5 million range. (Ryan Seacrest doubled his annual pay to $10 million a year, plus $5 million a year for other rights.)
I’m kind of bummed to see her go in a weird way. She provided America with some darn good entertainment over eight seasons and is the first major on-air change for the show since season one, when Brian Dunkleman was dumped. Randy and Kara seem to duplicate each other. Paula provided a distinct, sweet personality compared to Randy and Simon.
Loading ...On the bright side, we’ll have only three judges again. That means we’ll have a better shot at having shows finish on time.
Here’s Paula’s statement:
“With sadness in my heart, I’ve decided not to return to IDOL. I’ll miss nurturing all the new talent, but most of all being a part of a show that I helped from day 1 become an international phenomenon. What I want to say most, is how much I appreciate the undying support and enormous love that you have showered upon me. It truly has been breathtaking, especially over the past month. I do without any doubt have the BEST fans in the entire world and I love you all.”
And Fox’s statement:
“Paula Abdul has been an important part of the American Idol family over the last eight seasons and we are saddened that she has decided not to return to the show. While Paula will not be continuing with us, she’s a tremendous talent and we wish her the best.”
Seacrest tweeted last night : about to go to sleep when I started seeing my blackberry blow up. I have read what u have read and I am shocked and saddened about paula
There is a slim chance “Idol” will pick up a fourth judge after all and rumors will probably be rampant the next few days who that might be. But the show starts the next round of auditions for season nine later this week so I doubt it.
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236 comments Add your comment
Geneen
August 5th, 2009
6:25 am
She will be missed; but, I wish her the best.
elainer7
August 5th, 2009
6:28 am
Wont be the same anymore.
Nana
August 5th, 2009
6:41 am
Good Morning Everybody…….
Today’s Quote: “In life, all good things come hard, but wisdom is the hardest to come by.”
Good to be back in the grind of things. A quick update on my Dad. He’s out of CCU and doing much better. It was touch and go there for a couple days. His heart had stopped beating and he had stopped breathing twice, but thank God they were able to resuscitate him both times. I want to thank each and everyone of you who inquired about him and for all the well wishes. I appreciate them so much.
I haven’t had time to go back and read the blogs that I missed, but it seems like you all had a blast over the weekend. Wow, I was surprised at the number of posts.
I have to wonder if it really was Paula’s idea to leave or Fox’s. Either way, AI will not be the same without her and she will be missed. But keeping Kara?????????? Hopefully, someone can educate Randy on his volcabulary before January.
great
August 5th, 2009
6:55 am
ABOUT TIME…she is on way too many drugs…so long farewell! Go Kara—now she has some actual knowledge about the music industry.
nes
August 5th, 2009
6:58 am
Has AI stated only 3 will judge this season? They should hire a credible and coherent female singer to replace Paula, be the positive critic some like and Simon can play off, and bring buzz for AI9.
Zerevon
August 5th, 2009
7:02 am
Kara does not have the personality that Paula has. She is not sweet and little naive like Paula is. I think the ratings will go down a bit and when Simon leaves it will be over. Good luck Paula it has been great with you.
Highlander
August 5th, 2009
7:10 am
I think Paula and her new agent played a big bluff hand and AI called them on it! No way is she worth the money Simon or even Ryan is making! As stated before, where else is she going to get paid $2 million per year?! (Makes me wonder if her and the agent are sharing her meds!)
I will miss her simply for the comic relief but it will be great to be back to only 3 judges!
Nana, great to hear the good news about your dad!
Lewis
August 5th, 2009
7:11 am
The show is over! I will not be watching anymore
Lewis
August 5th, 2009
7:11 am
Enter your comments here
buck
August 5th, 2009
7:11 am
Should have dumped Simon and kept Paula….
Paddy
August 5th, 2009
7:13 am
Paula wanted 12 mil. They said noway. She was nice but they didn’t think 12 mil nice.
chris
August 5th, 2009
7:14 am
Kara is smarter, but that doesn’t make her a better fit for the show. Paula always aired on the side of supporting the contestants, and that is a necessary counterweight to Simon. Simon may be right 90% of the time, but you still need the counterweight. Also, Paula and Simon could argue without making the audience feel anxious about it. When Simon and Kara fight, and I am sure they will do so more next season, when those two fight it is more unsettling and will likely turn the audience off, rather than entertain them. These types of shows are all about chemistry, and the chemistry will likely take a turn for the worst next year.
Rod
August 5th, 2009
7:18 am
Paula never gave any good advice or real criticism. Everyone she commented on was “just wonderful.” You knew anytime a cute looking guy ws coming up that the Cougar would sit up and make you uncomfortable with the way she’d lust after him!
She really does need pshycological help – all the problems she’s had over the past couple of years have made her very unstable.
Nice lady, but she’s not a judge.
tankandtank
August 5th, 2009
7:23 am
What have way intelligent person even watches American Idol. I feel dumber for even reading the article.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
7:23 am
Morning!
Nana…good news about your dad!
I’m a little disappointed that Paula had to go. I would much rather see Kara or Randy leave. However, since I absolutely HATED the 4 judge system, I will have to rejoice that we won’t be saddled with 4 judges this season. And I can see why Idol would choose Paula. She has been a source of trouble since the second season. Allegations of misconduct with contestants, drug and alcohol use, her general incoherence, and her “strange” relationship with Simon have all piled up against her.
But, in my opinion, they got rid of the wrong one.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
7:25 am
tankandtank…that would be “halfway” intelligent person. Pot/kettle?
Christopher Cook
August 5th, 2009
7:29 am
This news would affect me how?
Atl Resident
August 5th, 2009
7:31 am
I started watching Paula when Idol first started those were good times. After the first few seasons, it’s been more about the hype and had to stop watching. I guess Paula said the same thing with all the drama, she really is decent person she just allergic to media and paparazzi
Judy
August 5th, 2009
7:31 am
Glad your dad is doing better Nana. I finally got one right. AI gave us Kara this year to move Paula out next year. I am really sad to see her go. I cant imagine she did this b/c she had other irons in the fire. I wish her the best. Truthfully she really is not worth the money that Simon makes; even though he has used zinging her to help make him worth the payload he gets. Didnt care for Kara this season, so next will seem so strange. When is paula needed to help judge? Unless it is today, we still have time to get her back and lose Kara! No way do I want 4 judges, but hate to see Paula go. I know the misuse of the drugs and the weird comments were part of this. Sometimes it is just time for a fresh start and time to move on to bigger and better things.
Sarah
August 5th, 2009
7:52 am
From the looks of the picture posted with the story, she looks like she may be doing a remake of the Bride of Frankenstein. Usually a shake up like this signals the demise of a show. I say maybe two seasons left of this show being the ratings bonanza that it is today.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
7:53 am
We all pretty much surmised last year that Kara was brought on to replace Paula. Now that it has happened, I’m just a little sad. The contestants always looked to Paula to help them feel better. She had a definite purpose and she will be missed.
Rodney Ho
August 5th, 2009
7:59 am
Do you think “Idol” might hire a fourth judge to replace Abdul? Given how soon they have to start auditions (this Thursday), I doubt it.
D
August 5th, 2009
7:59 am
The show is a joke, especially now. The only contestant to ever display any real stage presence and star potential was ADAM LAMBERT, the rest will wind up doing dinner theatre cabaret in Branson Missouri .
Heather MacDonald
August 5th, 2009
8:07 am
Nana, glad to hear about your dad.
As for this Paula mess, I’m sad to see her go. At the very least, she was supportive and encouraging to the kids who audition and perform. If she’s really gone, I hope they don’t hire a fourth judge. Ideally, I’d like to see Simon, anyone but Kara and anyone but Randy. I know I won’t be getting that, but it’s a nice dream I hope you won’t wake me up from. 
Hotrod
August 5th, 2009
8:15 am
Now we don’t have to worry about hitting the mute button anymore.
Pretty face but too painful to listen to.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
8:19 am
Rodney!!!! Bite your tongue! I would hope Idol doesn’t hire a 4th judge! And I hope they stay away from “guest” judges…unless they follow the previous suggestion to hire 2 permanent judges and have former Idols sit in as the 3rd judge. I think that would be really great!
Eclecticdiva
August 5th, 2009
8:19 am
Good morning everyone! Nana, great to hear about your dad. I will keep you all in my prayers.
I will be dropping in when I can, but summer has been crazy. Just got back from fishing at the cabin in Minnesota. Hey Rodney.
I was optomistic that Paula would be able to work out the contract with AI, but oh well. Life goes on. I just don’t think Kara is a great replacement for Paula. She did offer much entertainment. She is a survivor and will come out on top!
See you all again soon!
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
8:24 am
That’s one agent that will likely be looking for work right alongside Paula!
David
August 5th, 2009
8:25 am
I don’t know how this show is relevant…these singers who win are horrible…people just watch from day one so they get hooked and follow the cheesy pop that goes with it…only couple have caught my eye that would be famous and they have carrie and daughtry..everyone else have amazing voices but when you look back in history they were just like everyone else…overhyped misfits.
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
8:27 am
Could this be AI’s “shark jump?”
So Over American Idol
August 5th, 2009
8:35 am
I’m so over AI. I watched the first couple of seasons, but it’s not exciting anymore. Most of the final 12 contestants end up with recording contracts anyway. Best wishes Paula.
Champ Kind
August 5th, 2009
8:35 am
Folks, American Idol is over with this announcement. It will be cancelled in 2 years. Then, what will happen with all of your dull lives since there will be nothing to blog about anymore. I can’t get over all the sad sacks that post on this blog day and night. Do any of you have jobs or gainful employment? I understand that Abdul is leaving Idol to go into films. Her first one is the cougar version of Two Girls, One Cup. She should be great at it; she always had poo coming out of her mouth on the show while she talked – now we can see her literally eat poo. Abdul won’t be missed and it will be nice to see this show finally go away. We don’t need anymore Taylor Hicks out there thinking they can actually sing for a living. HA!
Maccadave
August 5th, 2009
8:41 am
Idol has made a mistake. When you start giving people outrageous contracts to some and not others, then you need to rethink things. You’re going to pay Simon double digits to be a jerk, while you would pay Paula probably less that the new girl. Kara is dull. She offers nothing. At least when Paula is on pain killers, she’s entertaining. To be honest, I only like watching the auditions now in order to see the cast of idiots that come through and learn they cannot sing and still believe they can. I can honestly say that I have never bought a single album by any of these singers. I think I would be more impressed if there were artist coming on and singing original material that could be made into hits, not just glorified karaoke.
kelly&carriefan
August 5th, 2009
8:41 am
Hey y’all!
Nana, thanks for the update on your dad. I’m glad to hear he’s doing better…and will continue to keep y’all in our thoughts.
As far as the whole Paula leaving, I am slightly surprised. I have watched every single season and saw her progressively get worse…until they brought Kara and she seemed to up her game. I will miss her, but it will be interesting to see the dynamic when we revert back to one girl in the panel. I am waiting to see what Simon’s response it to this. I know a lot of people who referenced his quote about not wanting to do the show without Randy and/or Paula.
As far as the 4th judge, I definitely think we don’t need one…what I do think would be quite an interesting twist would be the idea floated on this blog about former Idols as “guest” judges. Or even as mentors, at least the more sucessful ones…Kelly was a mentor on Canadian Idol. I can see Carrie doing Country Week, Daughtry or Cook for rock week, maybe bring Taylor for Broadway, etc. (and I realize that I included Taylor as “successful”
)
I definitely think they need to include the former Idols in a more unique way than just singing. They should see that the vast majority of people who will watch this next season are returning viewers. I honestly don’t see a lot of new watcher. The show’s been on for ages, and saturated pop culture. At this point, either you like it and watch, or you don’t.
WatchingIdol
August 5th, 2009
8:41 am
D, thanks for your intelligent insight. Please be sure to let Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Jennifer Hudson, Clay Aiken, Fantasia and Jordin Sparks know that all they will ever do is dinner theatre. Between the many platinum albums between them, not to mention Grammy awards and an Oscar, they must have gotten confused.
Don’t let facts get in the way of your bitterness.
Yes, Adam lost. Yes, Adam will have a good career. So will others. Adam doesn’t do the moan and groan, nor, based on all he has said, does he have anything but respect for the other contestants. Why can’t that attitude extend to his fans?
David
August 5th, 2009
8:44 am
haha Champ kind, so true…But, people seem to eat up the whole taylor hicks kind of singer…the ugly duckling that has sprouted into an ugly duckling with some musical talent..can these people sing…of course..do i want to see/hear them sing..NO! Will I be excited when AI is off the air? YES! Is rodney going to cry like a little um..girl when that happens? SURE IS!
Heather MacDonald
August 5th, 2009
8:44 am
Champ Kind, kindly just go away. Why come onto an Idol blog if you do not appreciate the show or the talented performers thereon? I am, indeed, “gainfully employed” and I hold 4 degrees. Don’t speak until you know all of the facts about someone.
Neg chimes in
August 5th, 2009
8:45 am
Paula is either a complete and total idiot, or has a monster tell-all book deal that will put $5 million for doing nothing to shame. Either way, I’m glad we’re down to three judges, and, sweet as she may be, Paula the babbling nut job needed to go away a long time ago. Kara gives the show the “street cred” Paula just doesn’t provide for today’s contestants, and now that the format goes to three I expect her to shine.
cjamesatl
August 5th, 2009
8:46 am
I’ve watched Idol since Season 3, and two years ago I said it probably has 2 more years left, 3 tops. This may be the last year, as I think it’s run it’s course.
PMC
August 5th, 2009
8:47 am
5 million is not enough to make drugged out comments to karoke singers?
Sign me up. I’ll do it for 2 million.
tony
August 5th, 2009
8:49 am
Well i think they made a mistake letting her leave. Kara is to mouthy and seems to want to be the center of attention. i would loved to have see her go.
JET
August 5th, 2009
8:51 am
Paula’s gone and so am I. Without her, the judging panel will not be comlete and I will not be watching anymore.
I've watched all 8 seasons
August 5th, 2009
8:52 am
Idol has run its course anyway. Getting rid of Paula will only make ratings tank even further. Why stir up a pot that is cooking just fine? All because you don’t wanna pay her even close to what the men are making? Figures! She should have left and hopefully she takes the ratings with her.
Mike S
August 5th, 2009
8:55 am
Say hello to the new 4th judge – BRITNEY SPEARS!!!!!! BWUHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Well yeah, I made that up, but your hearts all stopped for just a second didn’t they.
I will be sad to see Paula go, but in a way I am releaved I don’t have to endure anymore games and arguments with Simon, and also don’t have to suffer through any more “WTF is Paula talking about?” moments.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
8:58 am
Despite Paula’s flaws…which are many…she brought something to the table which no other judge has been able to do. She was a calming influence on the contestants. Sometimes a disastrous performance would set them on edge and Paula had a way of cushioning the blow. She would never deny that the performance was bad but she’d have a way of making it seem ok.
If anything, it’s the contestants who will miss Paula the most.
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
9:01 am
I’m wondering if this was the plan all along. Toward the end of the season, Paula became unusually prominent in a couple of shows – playing choreographer to the idols on one and performing on another. I wonder if that was the producer’s way to arrange Paula’s swan song and let her leave on a high note.
Joel
August 5th, 2009
9:01 am
I knew when they brought Kara on that Paula’s days were numbered. I think it was really over for her in 2008 when she made her infamous gaffe about critiquing Jason Castro’s second song.
Fox probably just went through the motions of negotiating with her for appearances sake.
I do think they are making a mistake, however. The show just won’t be the same without her.
It’s the end of an era!
fd
August 5th, 2009
9:01 am
Thank goodness! She is a bumbling idiot.
Ms Concern:
August 5th, 2009
9:03 am
To Paula Abdul: never alloy anyone to run you away from anything, especially your “LIVELYHOOD” times are to tough and to unpredictable, there will be times in your life, where there are not a lot of “AWARDS” but tremendious “REWARD”. GOOD BETTER BEST,NEVER LET IT REST, UNTIL YOUR GOOD IS BETTER, AND YOUR BETTER’S BEST.I hope you reconsider.
Dee
August 5th, 2009
9:06 am
Good morning -
A few points: First, I really don’t understand the insults and scarcasm that comes with this blog. If someone doesn like the show, then don’t watch it. If you don’t like the fact that people blog about it, then don’t open the blog. It’s real simple! There are lots of other shows you can watch, or other things to do rather than watch tv. So if you don’t like Idol or it’s following – then just step away! Why on earth would it anger someone because others do like it and follow it????
Back to the topic – I’m sad that Paula is leaving. I don’t think Kara has the right personality for the show. She’s dull. Doesn’t add anything in my opinion.
BUT – I’m really sad that our society has reached a point where a celebrity would leave a show because $5 Million isn’t a high enough salary!!!!!! Who cares what the others are making? Who cares of Ryan will be making more? He does a different job. I’m sure Simone gets paid the most. Paula’s salary should be in line with Randy’s – and maybe Kara’s. (I would think Kara would be less being the nubbie.)
But regardless, if she feels $5 Million isn’t enough to work a few months out of the year, then maybe it’s best she go elsewhere to find more!
I don’t care who the judges are. It’s the only reality show that involves real talent. I’ll always be a fan.
Champ Kind
August 5th, 2009
9:06 am
I heard Paula was sick of losers blogging about her all day and wanted to get away from it. After looking at this board, I don’t blame her.
kelly&carriefan
August 5th, 2009
9:09 am
MIKE! LOL….thanks for the laugh. Tho, really, couldn’t we say that Paula’s the original Britney? Pretty decent dancer, weak vocals…not that I don’t like Paula. I, perhaps, might have owned one of her tapes back when I was in 2nd or 3rd grade. What? I liked the cartoon in her vid.
Molly
August 5th, 2009
9:11 am
I will not be watching Idol anymore. Paula was a very big part of the reason I watched
Good Luck in whatever you persue Paula! Idol has lost it’s glitter
Molly
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
9:11 am
I’m not sure how Rodney can say that this if the first major on-air change since Dunkelman when there was a major on-air change last year bringing on Kara.
I agree with Deidre that the contestants will miss her. Remember how Paula comforted Tatiana when they told her she didn’t make the Top 36?
marco
August 5th, 2009
9:13 am
Let’s see… Paula Abdul had pretty much fallen to the level of obscurity before AI resurrected her career — I would guess if she really doesn’t return to Idol, it will take only a few months for her to be right back to being irrelevant.
JTesla
August 5th, 2009
9:18 am
Good morning, nice to see a lot of buzz. There was some grumbling back when Kara was hired on that it might be Paula’s last year. I think the producers were planning to get rid of the liability and drama long before the summer started. She’ll be missed by me, but not by much. I welcome having the three judge format back.
blkshephered
August 5th, 2009
9:19 am
I will miss Paula’s incoherent babble like i miss a headache or hang over. ..”the song wasnt quite in your comfort zone, but you look beautiful..” “this is your zone, you were magnificant..” Paula the only one standing giving a standing ovation. Paula “whatelse can I say, you will have a long career,and you look beautiful..” Paula thought she was in Americas next Top Model. what the hell is looking beautiful and sexy(for the guys she dreamily lusted over)got to do with being a good singer? Shes gone, good. Next the new chick who is boring. AI has run its course..NEXT
nes
August 5th, 2009
9:20 am
They don’t need a 4th for auditions and may have a replacement in the wings anyway. If Paula was really asking for 15M, they should have started a search immediately.
ace dancer
August 5th, 2009
9:20 am
just like randy, she has a total of 5 overused sayings that she has managed to memorize for every show – she and hasselhoff need to go do informericals on florida timeshares.
Nana
August 5th, 2009
9:29 am
For those who doesn’t like AI or this blog, then this isn’t the blog for you. In fact, we won’t be offended if you decide to leave and not come back.
Most of us (about 98%) here are gainfully employed full time and have a life outside of AI and this blog. This is just our way to enjoy the show better. Our lives are NOT DULL, as it was stated in an earlier post. In fact, we are more alive and less dull than some who come here and make snarky remarks. However, one is always welcome, unless you start name calling and just being down right rude. We can do without those two factors.
We can only wait to see how Paula’s absence will affect the show, if at all.
James
August 5th, 2009
9:32 am
I hope he ratings fall and the show ends!!
AWeston
August 5th, 2009
9:32 am
Paula was the unique part of the show. Everyone knew or heard of her. Did not know Simon Cowell Randy Jackson,the new person Kara nor Ryan Seacrest. Recognizing the name Paula Abdul got me watching ‘Idol.’ I love Idol though don’t know if I will continue watching the show without Paula. It may be boring with her. She was hilarious.
who cares
August 5th, 2009
9:34 am
Who gives a rats azz? Now she can do a Michael Jackson, and die from pills and liquor.
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
9:35 am
Maybe Paula will be back when Simon leaves. In a People Magazine article earlier this year, he said he’ll leave after season 10. Of course, throw enough money at him and he might be convinced to stay on a bit longer.
Nicotome
August 5th, 2009
9:39 am
Not sorry to see Paula go..but wish she had taken Simon with her, and Randy too. Let’s get some 15 year old girls as judges!
bruno
August 5th, 2009
9:41 am
And this is “News” why?
Kassie
August 5th, 2009
9:42 am
I will not be watching…I don’t like that other chick!
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
9:43 am
wow vituperative venomous verbage!!!! Dee, thank you for your observation about the people who (1) don’t like AI, and (2) don’t like the blog, but (3) insist on entering the blog and telling us all how stupid **WE** are!!!
I’ll miss Paula in some ways — like Deirdre, I think she added something to the panel of ‘tators, but having said that, I also think that she needed, for HER sake, to simply move on.
To answer some negative type person earlier, the picture of Paula is from her stint as a Judge on that show that was filmed (is being?) in Peachtree City — something Diva… about a blonde bimbo type who dies and is resurrected into the body of a plus-size smart lawyer type but is still aware of who “she” is. I’ve caught a couple of episodes, and actually, it’s not bad. Some VERY Funny Moments. Like when her best friend (from the bimbo days) takes the new body out to the fancy pick-up bar and the new body is soooooo totally rejected — and at the same time, the new body/lawyer is handling a case where a waitress gains weight and is fired — from that same bar. verrrrrry capable handling of the legal maneuvers imho.
anywho, lots to do, so catch you guys later
NANA: Got your last text but didn’t see it till about 2 am…sorry! and am glad to hear that your Dad is doing better.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
9:45 am
p.s. YOU GO Nana!!! Deirdre, now you and I don’t have to repeat that message by ourselves *grin*
natty
August 5th, 2009
9:45 am
Paula created a balance the show needed!! KAra has too much attitude for me. Everyone cannot be like Simon.
I will not be watching!!!!You will be miss Paula!! What is Ryan doing so much that he gets paid more than Paula..Nobody watches the show to see RYAN!!!
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
9:48 am
P.S. “Drop Dead Diva” that’s the name of the show
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
9:56 am
oh and wow. almost 1000 votes! nice exposure Rodney!!!
Fall Season
August 5th, 2009
9:58 am
When does the new season of LOST start?
I am so ready to watch that show. I also like Friday Night Lights. I wonder what’s going to happen with the coach. You know they divided the district.
Rickster
August 5th, 2009
10:02 am
Paula’s agent reminds me of the real estate agent that looks at the huge homes in neighborhoods near your little 3/2 house that sold for 5 or 10 times yours and says “you can get that.”
He was hoping to make a name ( and a huge paycheck) by trying to get Paula a huge deal she wasn’t worth.
Lar
August 5th, 2009
10:03 am
Nana I am glad to hear your Dad is doing better.
It is a pleasure to log on and just have to read the regulars on this blog because most other bloggers comments are irritating.
I never cared for Paula that much but she was a huge part of the show and I know the contestants will miss her comments.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
10:05 am
Fall Season…the new(and last) season of Lost will actually begin in the Winter season…Jan or Feb…around the same time as the new Idol season.
Paddy
August 5th, 2009
10:08 am
Ms concern… you don’t get to reconsider when you are fired.
Stephen
August 5th, 2009
10:09 am
I’m still stuck on the fact that AI is paying Ryan Seacrest all that money….for what??? Paula will be missed when the season begins….just wait and see!!!
I agree with the others who’ve stated that the addition of Kara was a huge drag on the energy of the show. I truly believe that AI is on a downward trend and probably has run its course as far as seriously launching any sustainable musical careers in the future.
Fall Season
August 5th, 2009
10:14 am
Thanks Deirdre. I hope they finally get off that island and return to their normal lives.
I don’t understand why they’re waiting sooo long before airing the last season…
Kate will finally have to decide who she wants to marry. Her only choices are Sawyer and the “Doc.”
Paddy
August 5th, 2009
10:16 am
natty… you are right nobody watched the show because of Ryan. Nobody watched the show because of Paula. Ryan is paid more because he has more talent at what he does.
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
10:19 am
Fall Season….When the producers of Lost decided to announce when the show would end in advance, they also decided that they wanted to run the episodes without reruns. Because Lost is difficult and complicated to film, one year passes between the beginning of one season and the beginning of the next.
Reality
August 5th, 2009
10:23 am
Losers….
Deirdre
August 5th, 2009
10:28 am
To Reality: :-p~~~~~~~~~~~~
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
10:31 am
I think most people have no CLUE what Ryan actually has to do to host AI, and since he’s not all dramatic like Probst, he usually stays more shadowed — Hosting a LIVE show, not only having to maintain some semblance of order between the 3/4 judges, but also having to interview and put up with thousands of idiots who audition … and a few nice guys too, i suppose, deserves recognition and appropriate pay. I’d love to see some of the naysayers try to DO Ryan’s job for just one week — no — one day! While I will agree that there may be others who could do as well, I think our lil ol’ Ryan Seacrest has done an amazing job of keeping his cool, keeping the show moving for the most part, and segueing from one thing to the next with a semblance of grace and patience. Lord knows I’d be b*slapping paula and simon and stuffing a gag in randy’s mouth at times! so does Ryan deserve more than Paula? imho, absolutely! I think an interesting “bio” episode to air on some reality network would be to follow Ryan around for 1 week during the AI season, or maybe 2 weeks – one week of auditions, and one week in the middle of the season. I doubt you could GET a weeks worth of stuff about AI following Paula or Randy around! The key here is AI-related stuff during that same week compared to what Ryan must have to do.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
10:33 am
*whew* Deirdre, glad i was standing behind you!!!! ~¿@
Sharon
August 5th, 2009
10:43 am
It certainly won’t be the same for me. On principle, I will no longer watch this show.
Posey
August 5th, 2009
10:44 am
I don’t think I’ll be watching Idol anymore! Paula is a bit naive, but a relief after some of the other comments!
Mercedes S.
August 5th, 2009
10:46 am
Late start this am… first, wonderful news about your dad, Nana.
Second, word to Nana’s 9:29 post and Linny’s 9:43.
Last, on a previous thread I longed for an agent to smooth my professional path. Now, after reading about Paula’s idiot adviser, who told her to nix a $5 million offer from AI, I’m glad I’m agent-less. I will miss Paula for her quirkiness, drug-induced or not, and her kindness to the contestants. Kara may have some knowledge about the music business, but she’s basically just a more verbal version of Randy.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
10:50 am
**fist tap to Mercedes** LOL!!!
I just LOVE it when people say “I’ll never watch again….”
riiiii-i-i-ight! (think Bill Cosby when saying that)
Lane Kiffen
August 5th, 2009
10:55 am
You all are terrible people and I wish nothing but the worst for you. You stink like cream of wheat soup when you watch Idol. I bet all of you have no friends, no lives and live with a bunch of cats. Stupid cat people losers.
Katty
August 5th, 2009
10:55 am
It is hard to believe Seacrest seems to be worth more to the producers of Idol than Paula. If it is the ultimate goal to kill off the program then this is the right move.
The interplay between Paula and Simon is what made the show – without her it is nothing.
Kara DioGuardi just doesn’t fit and adds nothing – if Paula is gone then you can be sure I’ll not waste my time tuning in.
Sam
August 5th, 2009
11:18 am
Please pay her more money so she can stay on the show. If she leaves well no one will watch the show now. see you Paula I am your fan forever.
JTesla
August 5th, 2009
11:21 am
Stupid cat people losers! LOL I love how Lane is trolling Idol blogs filled with the cat people losers, I’d say more but I need to go eat my cream of wheat soup.
Katty, do you think that maybe what “made the show” was contestants singing? Hard to believe I know, but it does seem that the show involves a lot of that. Of course you are probably right, the show got as big as it did based only on the Paula vs. Simon dynamic.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
11:30 am
great big mmmmmmmmmmWAH to JT!!!! don’tcha just looooooooooooove that cream of wheat soup (what?). I have cats, yes i do! omg, i must be a stupid cat people loser! oh dear. oh my. oh sob sob sob boooohoooo.
o.
wait.
i don’t CARE what whoever Lane Kiffen is thinks!!!!
*smirk*
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
11:30 am
oh. wait. i NEVER lost a person, not one single time!!!
Net
August 5th, 2009
11:32 am
The show will go on. They always do.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
August 5th, 2009
11:34 am
LOL, aptly named you are, “Net” — for you’ve just stated the “net” result of Paula leaving the show, Kara joining the show, and every other change that’s occurred in 8 years…. sooner or later the show will go to that great show graveyard in the sky, but for now…. bottom line…the show will go on!
Uncle Tom
August 5th, 2009
11:44 am
I’d like to see the show itself go, along with Extreme Home Makeover.
JTesla
August 5th, 2009
11:44 am
Linny, I have forty cats. I figure that when I die I’ll save everyone the trouble of dealing with my remains as the cats will take care of that. Of course nobody will know that I’m gone for a good two months after the fact because lets face it between the smell of cream of wheat and butter they won’t be able to tell that I’m gone. I’ll have set my DVD to play a continuous loop of the “Paula Abdul is the only reason for the success of American Idol Show.”
Ok, seriously, I’m just not that upset about Paula. Sorry folks, I know she was really nice and she added a nice dynamic, but someone needed to go. Miss Liability was the perfect choice. Well actually Randy was the perfect choice, but he doesn’t sleep with contestants (at least he doesn’t sleep with contestants who write tell all books)
clipper
August 5th, 2009
11:47 am
She was the best reason to watch the program. Occasionally a talent popped on the show.