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Paula Abdul to Ellen -- 'Good Luck'

Posted Sep 10th 2009 7:05PM by TMZ Staff

Paula Abdul has finally broken her silence about American Idol's decision to replace her with Ellen DeGeneres -- releasing the following statement:

"AMERICAN IDOL is a fantastic show that offers an invaluable platform to young talent. Ellen DeGeneres is wildly funny and talented in her own right. I wish her and the show only the best of luck."



Earlier today, DeGeneres told Ryan Seacrest she hoped "Paula is OK" with the decision.

Sounds like Ellen doesn't have anything to worry about.

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1. ugh whyyyy

Posted at 7:14PM on Sep 10th 2009 by B)

2. Won't be the same... Won't be as funny..

Posted at 7:14PM on Sep 10th 2009 by The Truth

3. Nasty lesbie who aint funny

Posted at 7:17PM on Sep 10th 2009 by ellen sux

4. Nasty lesbie who aint funny

Posted at 7:17PM on Sep 10th 2009 by ellen sux

5. Paula, I know it's bad news, But try not to pop some pills and top them off with a few drinks, It's not going to help..Take care Paula

Posted at 7:19PM on Sep 10th 2009 by mr. magoo

6. Paula is just to nice and sweet to have a problem over this, but I sure do as well as many other viewers. American Idol will never be the same and I just hope that it will be a complete flop to show FOX that the viewers wants Paula back. FOX should want the viewers to be happy and watch American Idol, buy it sure looks like they just don't care what the viewers want.

Posted at 7:41PM on Sep 10th 2009 by BJean

7. Paula Abdul is aware that America knows she is childish, drunk, high and unprofessional. Just because she said this, doesn't mean she means it. We all know she is downing pills and crying her immature azz off. She is an utter dolt and I hope she offs herself.

Posted at 7:23PM on Sep 10th 2009 by Becky

8. I think its absolutley helarios that she was replaced by her own GREED... What was she doin before that lame a$$ show.. NOTHING!!! I would have done it for a fration of what she was making.. Should have taken what u was given and stfu!

Posted at 7:26PM on Sep 10th 2009 by manbearpig

9. I never cared for the show, but Ellen will make it worse with her "comedy" input. And now the gay contestants will have a judge in their corner.

Posted at 7:24PM on Sep 10th 2009 by chixwithdix

10. WHAT A STUPID CHOICE. I don't get this one at all.
This show has gone off it's rocker. It used to be
my favourite show. Good luck with a totally inexperienced
person in this field.

Posted at 7:24PM on Sep 10th 2009 by Jillian Ward

11. Yes, I wish it was a joke!

Posted at 7:24PM on Sep 10th 2009 by same same same

12. Im still not watching. Even if it was Paulas decision not to return, I cant stand Kara. I love Simon, but its not American Idol without Simon and Paula picking on each other.

Posted at 7:25PM on Sep 10th 2009 by Tink

13. Perez Hilton banned me. I must be doing something right! Paula was no day in the park but Idol pretty much jumped the shark hiring a comedian as a critic.

Posted at 7:28PM on Sep 10th 2009 by Crabby_Appelton

14. What is Ellen's musical background again?

Posted at 7:32PM on Sep 10th 2009 by gimmeallyourmoney

15. That was very gracious of Paula. Clearly, she is struggling with some sort of addiction, as she has become increasingly erratic, and downright incoherent at times. I hope she takes this time to take care of herself and get some help. I really liked her on "Idol."

I'm willing to give Ellen a chance.

Posted at 7:33PM on Sep 10th 2009 by Becca

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