9/10/2009

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Ex-American Idol judge expresses public support of the show's addition of DeGeneres

TheCelebrityCafe.com Staff

Despite the fact that American Idol insiders have reported that former American Idol judge Paula Abdul, who had appeared on every episode in the show's history, had been upset that she was going to be permanently replaced, Abdul has come out and expressed her support publicly for new judge Ellen DeGeneres.  
  
According to Rolling Stone, insiders have confirmed that Abdul had felt stung over the fact that a new contract could not be agreed upon at the last minute. However, she provided a statement in regards to the situation on her Twitter account, where she posted, "I think Ellen will b a g8 judge on Idol."  
  
As a former musician who had enjoyed mainstream success throughout her career, Abdul had provided the show with a knowledgeable viewpoint from a prominent music industry figure when she was a part of the judge's panel. DeGeneres, who has no music industry experience, is being brought in as a source who can share the fan's perspective.  
  
DeGeneres commented on her decision to join American Idol during her appearance on Ryan Seacrest's radio show, saying, "I'm just a fan like everyone else. The people choose. Ultimately, it comes down to them, not some executive in the music industry. I hope to be that voice."  
  
The comedian and television talk show host clarified that American Idol's producers are the ones who approached her about becoming a judge on the popular reality program.