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Posted By: Aidan
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Posted On: Aug 5th, 2009, 4:10 pm
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Category: Cast Update
Language: English
Subject: • Paula Abdul leaving 'American Idol'
Paula Abdul has left "American Idol."

The "Idol" judge made the announcement on her Twitter feed: "With sadness in my heart, I've decided not to return to 'Idol' ...I'll miss nurturing all the new talent,but most of all being a part of a show that I helped from Day 1 become an international phenomenon ... What I want to say most, is how much I appreciate the undying support and enormous love that you have showered upon me ... It truly has been breathtaking, especially over the past month ... I do without any doubt have the BEST fans in the entire world and I love you all."

Fox, FremantleMedia and 19 Entertainment confirmed Abdul's departure in a statement:

"Paula Abdul has been an important part of the 'American Idol' family over the last eight seasons, and we are saddened that she has decided not to return to the show. While Paula will not be continuing with us, she's a tremendous talent and we wish her the best."

Sources say Abdul asked for about $20 million to continue with the show. She rejected a 30% raise, an eight-figure, multiyear deal.

The news comes on heels of newest judge Kara DioGuardi being re-signed to the show. Fellow judge Simon Cowell is locked for next season. Cowell, who in the spring indicated he might leave at the end of his current deal, is already talking to "Idol" producers for a new contract, reportedly seeking more than $100 million a year.
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KYLEd

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Posted By On Wednesday, August 5th 2009 5:32 pm  
Is anyone really surprised by this ?

With the exception of a few bad audition episodes from the first season, I don't watch American Idol but even I knew she was leaving the show the moment that new chick was brought on.
The whole "contract-break-down" is smoke and mirrors.
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