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'All American Girl' Contestants Sue Nigel Lythgoe for Sexual Assault, Battery

Published: 01/02/2024

On the heels of Paula Abdul's lawsuit, veteran TV producer Nigel Lythgoe finds himself facing a second lawsuit, claiming he sexually assaulted and harassed 2 contestants 20 years ago on a reality competition show. Both women were contestants on the show, "All American Girl" -- which aired for one…

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Nigel Lythgoe Denies Paula Abdul's Sexual Assault Lawsuit Claims

Published: 12/30/2023

Paula Abdul's claims of sexual assault against 'American Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe are wholly untrue, and they'll be fought off vigorously in court ... so says the man himself. Nigel tells TMZ ... "To say that I am shocked and saddened by the allegations made against me by Paula Abdul is a wild…

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Paula Abdul Sues 'American Idol' Exec Nigel Lythgoe for Sexual Assault

Published: 12/29/2023

Paula Abdul claims one of the "American Idol" executive producers, Nigel Lythgoe, sexually assaulted her multiple times while she was judging 'Idol' and "So You Think You Can Dance" ... according to a new lawsuit she's filed. Paula filed the lawsuit Friday in L.A. County ... and in the docs,…

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Guess Who This Sweet Kiddo Turned Into!

Published: 05/19/2023

Born in Gary, Indiana ... this adorable, little girl turned into quite the music icon, but before making it big in the music industry, she had big dreams of becoming an entertainment lawyer ... or possibly even a horse racing jockey! With her musical hits like "Rhythm Nation," this singing machine…

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'Idol' Judges Simon, Paula and Randy Reunite for Kelly Clarkson's Walk of Fame Star

Published: 09/19/2022

"American Idol" trio Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson are putting the band back together -- at least for today, all in the name of supporting Kelly Clarkson and her new star on the Hollywood Wall of Fame. The show's OG judges joined the show's very first winner, Monday, during the WOF…

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Luke Bryan Tests Positive for COVID, Out for 'American Idol' Live Show, Abdul's Subbing

Published: 04/12/2021

Luke Bryan's going to miss out on the excitement of "American Idol" going live for the first time this season due to the coronavirus ... but a familiar face will take his place. The country music star and 'Idol' judge says he tested positive for COVID-19, so he won't be part of Monday night's…

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Paula Abdul Falls Off Stage During 'Straight Up' Tour

Published: 10/21/2018

Paula Abdul took a tumble Saturday night during her show ... but she was a true trooper. Paula went down during her concert at Hard Rock Live in Biloxi, Mississippi. Watch the video, as she saunters from the back of the stage to the front ... then just disappears into the crowd. It appears people…

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Simon Cowell Celebrates Hollywood Walk of Fame Star & 'AGT' Extension

Published: 08/23/2018

Simon Cowell had lots to celebrate this week -- a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a new deal with 'AGT' -- and he did it in true Simon fashion, which is why we love the guy. Simon was having himself a little soiree Wednesday night at his favorite restaurant -- Ago in WeHo -- to ring in his…

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Paula Abdul: Lakers Retired My Uniform Too, But There's a Huge Problem!

Published: 09/13/2017

When it comes to retiring jerseys, the Lakers are taking two steps forward with Kobe Bryant -- and two steps WAY BACK with Paula Abdul!! Here's the deal ... did you know the Lakers retired Paula's legendary Laker Girl uniform back in the day? Of course you don't because for some reason, it's not…

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Paula Abdul -- Advice For Rams Cheeleaders ... Here's What NOT To Do (VIDEO)

Published: 04/25/2016

Listen up L.A. Rams Cheerleading squad ... Paula Abdul -- a legend in the cheer game -- is about to give you some game on how to deal with being a pom pom shaker in L.A. Abdul got her start as a member -- and choreographer -- for the Laker Girls so when we saw her out in L.A. we wanted to know if…

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'American Idol' Series Finale -- Hung, Dunkleman Returning!!

Published: 04/05/2016

Two people responsible for putting "American Idol" on the map are definitely returning for the final shows, and we don't mean Kelly Clarkson and Simon Cowell. Yes, they'll be there too ... but more importantly, original 'Idol' co-host Brian Dunkleman will open the show and crowd favorite William…

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'American Idol' Star Corey Clark Arrested for Felony Domestic Violence (PHOTO)

Published: 09/24/2015

5:50 PM PT -- Police reviewed the case and changed the charge to misdemeanor domestic violence.He's still facing a felony for aggravated harassment. Corey Clark -- the season 2 "American Idol" contestant who was famously rumored to have had an affair with Paula Abdul -- was arrested Wednesday…

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