Born – June 19, 1962
San Fernando, CA

Singer, TV judge, ex-Mrs. Emilio Estevez.

Was a cheerleader for the L.A. Lakers, became a choreographer for music videos, became a singer, and starred opposite an animated cat in a music video.

Had a bunch of hit songs, married Emilio Estevez, disappeared into obscurity – never to be heard from again.

Was rescued from obscurity by “American Idol” in 2002, served as a judge opposite Simon Cowell until 2010, left the show due to a salary dispute.

No one really noticed or cared.

Re-teamed with Simon Cowell for "The X Factor" in 2011.

De-teamed with Simon Cowell from "The X Factor” in 2012 when she got the ax.

Remains an inspiration to young girls who dream of marrying Emilio Estevez and dancing with animated cats everywhere.

Fun Fact: She choreographed the giant keyboard dance sequence for the movie "Big."

Question: Why do you need a choreographer to teach Tom Hanks and an old man how to jump around on a giant piano keyboard? Weird.

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