Paula Abdul Resigns from American Idol Via Twitter
Fox News Confirms Paula Abdul's Resignation from the Show
There's no doubt in most viewers mind that this was a money deal gone awry. And for many viewers, there is also doubt that the show will be their American Idol without Paula Abdul adding her wacky charm and personality to the panel of judges. For nine years, we watched her antics on the highly popular show.
While there were lots of jokes about her state of mind at times and her rambling comments, she prided herself on being an encourager of the young talent on the show. And that often seemed the case, as the sarcastic bite of Simon Cowell contrasted perfectly with her sweet endearing remarks. The balance of the friendly and affable Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell's sometimes mean barbs, and Paula's fluffy feel good remarks kept the Idol show interesting.
But Ms. Abdul had not been a happy judge this past season, with friends and sources close to Abdul sharing that she felt underpaid and under appreciated by the show's producers. In recent weeks, it was clear that salary negotiations were not going well for Ms. Abdul who earned around 2 million last year from the show.
This year's show added new judge and recording producer, Kara DioGuardi, to the original three. It was a controversial move for some viewers who didn't find the new judging panel to their liking. But Ms. DioGaurdi recently signed a new contract with neither her nor the producer disclosing the amount she would be receiving.
Paula Abdul wanted 20 million for the next three years and was reportedly offered 10 million. Ryan Seacrest, the host of the show, is now considered the highest paid entertainer on TV with a reported salary deal of $45 million for a three year contract.
Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson are still under contract through the next season of American Idol.
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15 Comments
Post a CommentAN interesting choice of announcement venue but hey, everybody Tweets these days.
Nice report! I don't think Idol will be the same without Paula. But, the word is, we'll be seeing her on Dances With the Stars. That should be good.
Great reporting.
Poor Paula, what will Simon do without her?
Aww, I'll miss her! I can do without Kara though.
Hmm, interesting...she's probably better off.
Well it will give her more time to design her jewelry line for HSN.
Great information, I'm so sad she is leaving!
Great reporting, so is twitter the way to go now for celebs to resign.
Well reported. What salaries, I am always amazed.