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Paula Abdul Shares Trick She Used To Keep Simon Cowell In Line On “American Idol”
American Idol changed television forever in the summer of 2002. Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson launched the careers of many successful performers like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson, and Jordin Sparks. Simon, Paula, and Randy also crushed a few contestants’ dreams along the way by not sending them to Hollywood. Simon Cowell’s bluntness was often softened by Paula Abdul’s kindness. The Jennifer Hudson Show released a 2023 Paul interview clip on YouTube recently, where Paula dissed a bit of Idol dirt.
“Back then, Simon wasn’t too nice,” Jennifer told Paula.
But the Forever Your Girl singer had a bit of a trick to deal with Simon’s snark.
“I’d have spikes on my heels so I can kick him underneath the table,” she said.
Paul Abdul Shared Simon Cowell’s Secret More Mellow Demeanor
Jennifer Hudson pointed out that Simon Cowell has changed a lot since her Idol days, and Paul Abdul said she knows why, “he’s a dad.”
But Paul quipped that not every aspect of Simon has changed.
“Not that different though… He’s snarky as always.”
Jennifer also spoke about the shock she felt after being eliminated from the show. While she didn’t win Idol, she’s and EGOT with an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, so we’d say she’s doing OK.
Fans loved seeing Paula Abdul and hearing about Simon Cowell and the American Idol days.
“Paula told NO lies! What God had for Jennifer far exceeded American Idol. That show was just a mere introduction of her to the world,” one wrote.
“I absolutely love beautiful Paula. Blessings,” another shared.
This person has loved Paula Abdul for a long time.
“Paula, what was my second crush when I was younger. Still looking good Paula, love her! Marilyn Monroe what’s my first crush! Keep being amazing and funny J,” they wrote.
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