Paula Abdul

Is Paula Abdul returning to TV?

Jaclyn Brandt — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 20:30:00 -0700

The singer and former American Idol host has hinted about a return to TV, but with all her other projects, where would she find the time?

Steven Tyler and JLo go: Other ways Idol should adapt

Julie Sprankles — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:24:00 -0700

Somebody flipped the script on Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler! The now former judges of American Idol apparently didn't get the votes they needed from the network to stay on the panel. Here are our suggestions for other ways to shake up the ratings-stalled show.

New contenders for The X Factor judges? Simon Cowell speaks

Ashley Lee — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:08:00 -0700

Simon Cowell is shaking up The X Factor with new judges, new hosts and... new rules? The show's creator, producer and judge teases season two details!

Janet Jackson: Out of X Factor judge running

Ashley Lee — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:15:00 -0800

The selection process for next season's X Factor judges features more twists and turns than the contestants' auditions. Who will replace Paula and Nicole?

Paula Abdul was "grown-up" about getting canned

Caroline Goddard — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:01:00 -0800

Simon Cowell said he didn't want to fire Paula Abdul from The X Factor, but he was forced into it -- and his longtime friend took it like a champ.

Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell hint at new project

Meagan Morris — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:22:00 -0800

What is Paula Abdul planning to do next? She isn't saying, but Simon Cowell says we'll be seeing them together again in the near future.

Will Mariah Carey step into the judge's seat on The X Factor?

Meagan Morris — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:27:00 -0800

Will a superstar step into the shoes of Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger on the next season of The X Factor? Many fans are screaming for Mariah Carey to join the show — and Simon Cowell might be listening.

Steve Jones, Nicole Scherzinger out on The X Factor

Castina Watson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:53:00 -0800

Steve Jones and Nicole Scherzinger have been axed from the cast of The X Factor. Fox says the Welsh host and the Pussycat Doll-turned-indecisive talent show pundit will not be back when the singing competition returns for a second season this fall. Good idea?

Simon Cowell wanted to get it on with Paula Abdul

Caroline Goddard — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:47:00 -0800

Simon Cowell said he considered getting it on with Paula Abdul -- but thought the fantasy was probably better than reality.

Nicole Scherzinger owns up to Rachel Crow heartbreak

Meagan Morris — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:47:00 -0800

Nicole Scherzinger is taking responsibility for the controversial elimination of Rachel Crow on The X Factor.

Simon Cowell gloats over his X Factor contestants

Kim Grundy — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:41:00 -0700

How did The X Factor judge Simon Cowell think his contestants did on the first live show on Tuesday night?

Paula Abdul gets testy with David Letterman

Caroline Goddard — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:15:00 -0700

Paula Abdul defended The X-Factor to David Letterman last night.

Simon Cowell: Bambi makes me sad

Deanna Barnert — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:16:00 -0700

Simon Cowell opened up about his infamous mean streak with Redbook, revealing he's a softie when it comes to Bambi and even, it seems, Paula Abdul. SheKnows also got to talk to The X Factor creator and we have the story on just how mean the new FOX singing competition could get. Will American Idol become "the nice one"?

Just how much does Ashton Kutcher make?

Kristin Watson — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:44:00 -0700

While you're thinking about how little your paycheck is, this might cheer you up -- well, not really. TV Guide has the dish on just how much some of your favorite television stars are making! Read on for all the details.

Simon Cowell will still bring 'selfish' Mariah Carey to X Factor

Deanna Barnert — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 14:49:00 -0700

Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger, host Steve Jones and the execs came out to promote The X Factor and convince us it's better than the competition, including, say American Idol. Amid the cutesy bickering, posturing and upstaging, Cowell revealed Mariah Carey will hopefully still be involved in the show.

It's official: Bye-bye, Cheryl Cole!

Kim Grundy — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:47:00 -0700

It's official! Nicole Scherzinger has replaced Cheryl Cole on The X Factor. Find out how much she was paid to leave the show -- and what inside drama sparked her exit.

Is Simon Cowell's cocky step faltering over X-Factor?

Deanna Barnert — Tue, 31 May 2011 14:30:00 -0700

X-Factor creator Simon Cowell is never one to cower. In fact, the former American Idol toughie is more likely to make other people nervous! Unsubstantiated buzz, however, has Cowell quaking in his boots over bringing his show to the States this fall, and it's not because he swapped out Cheryl Cole for Nicole Scherzinger.

Paula Abdul's magic brownies put Kara DioGuardi in the hospital

Sara McGinnis — Thu, 26 May 2011 11:10:00 -0700

Should you ever get the chance to bunk at Paula Abdul's house, beware of what you eat. This lesson Kara DioGuardi had to learn the hard way, after wolfing down six very special brownies and ending up in the hospital!

Scandalous! The 5 Biggest American Idol controversies

Meagan Morris — Tue, 24 May 2011 12:30:00 -0700

American Idol positions itself as a family-friendly show, but it's not without its fair share of scandal. Here are five of the biggest.

Simon Cowell: Why I chose Paula for X Factor

Kim Grundy — Mon, 16 May 2011 14:21:00 -0700

Why did Simon Cowell choose Paula Abdul as one of his judges on X Factor? Is it because she is sweet and easy to work with? Nope! Find out what Cowell reveals about his new X Factor judge.

Daily Celebrity Buzz for May 9th, 2011

Caroline Goddard — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:00:00 -0700

Check out today's top celebrity news from around the web, including Paula Abdul, Penelope Cruz, Mel Gibson and much more!