The outpour of support from celebrities last night was unbelievable as they attended the world premiere of Michael Jackson’s documentary, This Is It. Those who attended the event were Paris Hilton, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Will Smith, Ashley Tisdale, Adam Lambert, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez and many more including American Idol’s former judge, Paula Abdul.
Paula was looking pretty on the red carpet as she arrived wearing a long blue dress and bright pink pumps. You guys liking Paula’s outfit?    
    
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American Idol host, Ryan Seacrest, was spotted leaving a cooking class in Hollywood Hills.  He wasn’t the only celebrity learning to cook.  Katy Perry and rumored boyfriend, Russell Brand, were also seen leaving the event that was held at a private home.
I wonder who Ryan is hoping to impress.  I guess he could be learning to make some food for himself but part of me hopes this means he’s leaving his bachelor lifestyle behind and is getting ready to settle down.  He’s good friends with Simon Cowell, though, so if he uses him as an example, Ryan will be single …read more

After being graciously welcomed by everyone at American Idol, as the new judge for the show, it seems like talk show host Ellen DeGeneres is doing all that she can in order to ensure that she’s fully prepared for her new duties.
According to rumors, Ellen and her wife, Portia de Rossi have been looking back on past seasons if Idol to get a hang of what’s in store.
A source tells The National Enquirer, “Ellen and Portia have been watching old seasons on DVD to see how the judges interact with contestants and audience. Ellen wants to live up …read more

American Idol judge, Simon Cowell, threw himself a lavish party to celebrate his 50th birthday over the weekend and his guests were pretty amazing.  Of course, friends and co-workers, Ryan Seacrest and Randy Jackson were in attendance, as was ex-girlfriend, Terri Seymour.
Among the other invitees were celebrity chef, Gordon Ramsay, former supermodel, Naomi Campbell, and Simon’s own mother, Julie Cowell, who looked very, very elegant for the occasion.
Here are some pictures that I found!

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Simon Cowell is about to turn 50 and to celebrate, he wrote a letter to his younger self (and LENGTHY letter) to reflect on his journey over the years.  I actually think it’s a pretty cute idea, to be honest, and I enjoyed reading about how difficult life was for him at one point. 

It’s incredible to get a glimpse into the humbler side of the most acerbic American Idol judge and, while I won’t print the whole letter here (read the whole thing on the Daily Mail website) I will share some highlights:
Dear Simon,
First things first, how are …read more

Nigel Lythgoe tweeted that Paula Abdul has agreed to be a guest judge on So You Think You Can Dance.  Nigel wrote: “I saw Paula @ the “Power of Women” event yesterday. I asked her to come on SYTYCD again and she said she would. I hope she means it ?”

I hope she does as well!  I think she fits in more with a dance show than a singing competition anyway since she’s got so much experience as a dancer and choreographer.  I loved her on American Idol but, hopefully, this will lead to bigger and better things for her!

During her stint as the host of last night’s VH1 Divas show, Paula Abdul disappointed viewers by lip-synching her opening number “Straight Up” and she wobbled a bit during the dance segments but she seemed to redeem herself with a pretty funny parody of Ellen DeGeneres. 
Before anyone jumps to any conclusions about there being any animosity about Ellen taking over Paula’s old judge’s seat on American Idol, Paula clarified that she had nothing but love for the daytime talk show host. 
Watch the video:

Moving to the busy lifestyle of Los Angeles can take it’s toll on you, but at least American Idol judge, Simon Cowell can come home to a beautiful and luxurious home after a hard day’s work. According to Simon things are finally feeling right for him.
Cowell bought a $25 million dream home in L.A. and has since done some major renovations and put forth some big changes to make it perfect. His home measures out to an impressive 12, 000 square feet. It features a cinema with leather seats and a beautiful pool equipped with a sound system, palm trees …read more

It’s been announced that Ellen DeGeneres has been hired as the new fourth judge for the upcoming season of American Idol and I’m both shocked and, I guess, a little pleased.
First of all, it’s a well-known fact that Ellen loves the show and watches it religiously. 
Secondly, I loved her as a guest judge on this past season of So You Think You Can Dance (she had the Top 10 contestants from Season 5 on her daytime talk show this week and it was fantastic – watch it!!!).
Thirdly, she will definitely attract an audience and hopefully she will …read more

Incredibly, Paula Abdul has managed to remain fairly silent about everything that has been happening since she shockingly announced her departure from American Idol on Twitter.  In her first real interview since dropping that little bombshell, Paula spoke to TV Guide in an attempt to clear the air.

She claims that she didn’t leave because of her reportedly lower salary.  “I stand on principle where many people stand on money,” Paula said.
Would she ever come back to the show?  “That’s a hard question to answer right now. I mean, I don’t think I can answer that right now.”
Is she …read more