Aug 31 - By Ree Hines, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
In an interview with TV Guide, the former “American Idol” judge wouldn’t come right out and say that she would never return to ‘Idol.’

Aug 31 - By Derrik J. Lang, AP Entertainment Writer
Paula Abdul is back in the judge's seat — but not on the "American Idol" stage.

Aug 25 - By Associated Press
Paula Abdul will see familiar faces when she hosts the "VH1 Divas" concert — former "American Idol" winners Kelly Clarkson and Jordin Sparks are among the singers.

Aug 19 - By Ree Hines, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Guest judges due to take turns in Abdul’s old “Idol” seat aren’t just filling in; they’re also helping Fox figure out how much the past panelist is worth.

Aug 17 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Now that the “Dancing With the Stars” cast has been announced, and Paula Abdul’s name is not on the list, negotiations between Abdul and Fox for her return to “American Idol” have become more intense.
Aug 10 - By Ree Hines, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
“Dancing With the Stars” seems willing to open the stage door to Paula Abdul, but there could be a behind-the-scenes battle if the ex-“American Idol” judge accepts an offer from the show.

Aug 9 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Despite the singer's apparent heavy usage of medications, his will to live, and to perform, was still strong, a source says.

Aug 8 - By Associated Press
ABC is joining the chorus of those seeking to hire Paula Abdul, who said she's quitting "American Idol."

Aug 6 - By Associated Press
Paula Abdul isn't feeling the love from late-night comedy fans.

Aug 6 - By Marc Hirsh, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
With the chemistry of the "American Idol" judges' table dramatically altered, now is as good a time as any for the show's remaining stars to reflect and make some much-needed changes.

Aug 5 - By Erin Carlson, AP Entertainment Writer
Since announcing her exit from "American Idol," Paula Abdul has been in high demand.
Aug 5 - By Andy Dehnart, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
For all her faults, it's difficult to envision "American Idol" without Paula Abdul in the chair next to Simon Cowell. By Andy Dehnart
Aug 5 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
If Paula Abdul’s aim was to shock people with her announcement that she was leaving “American Idol,” by most accounts, she succeeded. If she was hoping to act out a celebrity cliché, she succeeded with that, too.

Aug 4 - By Lynn Elber, AP Television Writer
If Paula Abdul's abrupt Twitter announcement that she's quitting "American Idol" is a contract negotiating ploy, it's a spectacular one.

Jul 21 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Omer Bhatti, the young man being referred to as Michael Jackson’s “secret son” by the British press, was no secret to the pop star’s family. Sources close to the Jacksons say that Bhatti, who often went by Michael J, was introduced to the Jackson family as early as 1992.

Jul 20 - By Erin Carlson, AP Entertainment Writer
The clock is winding down to the judges' round of "American Idol" auditions — next month, the gates will be opened for a new batch of hopefuls. They'd do well to come prepared: Paula Abdul might not be around to dole out much-needed hugs and kind words of encouragement.
Jul 20 - By Tony Sclafani, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Sure, he could sound like John Lennon on one album and Luther Vandross on the next. But that was the problem with David Bowie — in his heyday he seemed more of a theatrical chameleon who tried on personas than an impassioned rock singer. Bowie’s restless experimentalism allowed him to pull off being coolly distant and affected. Sadly, others copped his affectations without his intelligent approach. For a while in the 1980s, it seemed as if nearly every singer drew more from Bowie’s European theater tradition of singing than the tradition of rock singing itself (which came from R&B and gospel sources). Those who succumbed to Bowie-itis included everyone from Ric Ocasek of the Cars to David Byrne of Talking Heads to Robert Palmer to even Cyndi Lauper and Madonna. In short, anytime anyone tries on a vocal persona instead of singing from the heart, they’re channeling the Thin White Duke.

Jul 19 - By Associated Press
Paula Abdul's (ab-DOOL') new manager says she may not be returning to "American Idol."

Jul 6 - By Jonathan Landrum Jr., Associated Press Writer
Paula Abdul says she has been invited to remain as an "American Idol" judge and that she's optimistic that she'll be able to negotiate a new contract.

May 6 - By Associated Press
Paula Abdul has told a magazine that she overcame a 12-year addiction to painkillers last year. The "American Idol" judge tells Ladies Home Journal in its June issue that she checked into a resort and spa in Carlsbad, Calif., where she weaned herself off her medications last Thanksgiving.

May 5 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Paula Abdul maintains that she’s never been drunk, but she does admit that she can “get weird.”

Apr 30 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
When Paula Abdul encountered a German camera crew and a Captain Nemo lookalike in a home in the Hollywood Hills, she thought she’d stumbled upon the set of a fun Japanese game show.

Apr 21 - By Alicia Rancilio, Associated Press Writer
Paula Abdul said her contract is up this season on "American Idol," and that no one can ever replace her.

Jan 26 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Should this come as a surprise? Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s carefully coiffed hair went untouched by “The View” staff before he took to the stage for his live appearance Jan. 26.

Jan 21 - By Ree Hines, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Although she’s lived much of her life in front of the lens, pop princess Britney Spears still has enough yet-to-be-revealed tidbits to fill a book — or maybe a few books. According to the , the singer plans to put pen to paper in exchange for a $14 million payday.