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Paula Abdul Confirms Departure From ‘The X Factor’; Simon Cowell Issues Statement Thanking Team

Paula Abdul has confirmed the rumors – the reality TV judge is leaving “The X Factor.”

“Yes, it’s true; I won’t be returning to ‘The X Factor’ next season,” Paula said in a statement to Access Hollywood on Tuesday.

Steve Jones & Nicole Scherzinger Part Ways With ‘X Factor’; Paula Abdul Out Too?

Host Steve Jones and judge Nicole Scherzinger have both parted ways with “The X Factor,” Access Hollywood has confirmed. Additionally, according to Deadline, Paula Abdul is also out.

Simon Cowell: I Considered Getting Intimate With Paula Abdul

Simon Cowell has finally admitted that he once considered getting intimate with Paula Abdul.

On Barbara Walter’s “10 Most Fascinating People,” which aired on Wednesday night, she asked the “X Factor” judge how the relationship has changed between the pair over the years, which quickly turned to talk of a between-the-sheets romp.

Simon Cowell & Paula Abdul Reunite After Drew’s ‘X Factor’ Departure; Simon Addresses Panel Shakeup Rumors

Drew’s departure from “The X Factor” caused a rift between Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, after Paula’s vote sealed the contestant’s fate, but Access Hollywood’s Billy Bush helped reunite the pair after not speaking for days.

Paula Abdul Still ‘Disgusted’ Over Geo Godley’s Pants On The Ground ‘X Factor’ Audition

Paula Abdul was so turned off by Seattle “The X Factor” contestant Geo Godley removing his pants on stage that she left the arena and nearly threw up, and she continued to blast the 43-year-old internet blogger on Thursday.

ROLL CALL: Is Paula Abdul Asking Staffers To Call Her ‘Warrior’ & ‘Gift’?

Plus, Lindsay Lohan’s little sister turns model — as does Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver’s son. Plus, is John Mayer stealing Johnny Depp’s look?

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Healthy Hollywood: Fab Food Friday – Paula Abdul’s Secret Anti-Aging Weapon!

Hard to believe Paula Abdul is just one year shy of 50! “The X Factor” judge looks gorgeous and certainly can hold her own with women half her age.

Good genes and a lifelong love of dance certainly play a part in her ageless beauty. Paula’s go-to-skin-guy, Scott-Vincent Borba, author of “Skintervention,” also helps keep her skin fresh and vibrant.

Good news for us, you don’t need super pricey Hollywood treatments to fight off those wrinkles.

Paula Abdul Says She, Simon Cowell In Honeymoon Phase Of Reunion For Talent Show ‘X Factor’

Paula Abdul said Friday her reunion with Simon Cowell on his new talent show is going great, for now.

“We’re still in the honeymoon phase, which will probably only last another minute,” the 48-year-old Abdul told reporters in Singapore. “Simon and I ended up having a wonderful, exquisite, challenging and frightening relationship.”

Paula Abdul Officially Joins ‘The X Factor’ Judges’ Panel, Says Reuniting With Simon Cowell Is A ‘Dream Come True’

It’s official – Paula Abdul will join judges Antonio “L.A.” Reid, Cheryl Cole and Simon Cowell for the upcoming American version of Simon’s reality competition, “The X Factor,” FOX revealed at the show’s LA auditions on Sunday.

And though Paula and the often cantankerous Brit had their differences during their mutual years judging “American Idol,” Paula is over the moon about reteaming with her former small screen foe.

AP Source: Paula Abdul Is Reuniting With Simon Cowell Judging Fox’s ‘X Factor’ This Fall

A person familiar with negotiations for “The X Factor” says Paula Abdul will be the fourth judge on the new Fox singing competition.

Simon Cowell Praises New ‘X Factor’ Judge L.A. Reid; Says Paula Abdul Still In The Running For Judges’ Seat

Simon Cowell announced the addition of veteran music producer L.A. Reid to his judges’ panel for “The X Factor” last week, and now, the former “American Idol” judge is shooting down rumors that Christina Aguilera was in the running to join the two moguls on the upcoming FOX reality show.