With Ellen In at 'Idol,' Paula's Feeling Out

By Rob Shuter Posted Dec 16th 2009 07:00AM

To everyone who asked "Why in the world would Paula Abdul quit 'American Idol?" a few months ago, it seems that Abdul herself is now pondering the same question. Word is, she's bummed out and her replacement (Ellen DeGeneres) is absolutely the talk of the 'Idol' set. That, plus a movie fit for a Queen (seriously) and Angelina Jolie's journalistic dreams take a hit.

Ellen's Joy Is Paula's Pain

Ellen DeGeneres is telling friends that she can't wait for the new season of 'American Idol' to begin in January. "She is a breath of fresh air that is so easy to work with," a friend tells me. "Everyone in front of the cameras and behind all adore her, particularly 'Mr. Mean,' Simon Cowell, who Ellen has already challanged to a dance-off!" My money's on Ellen!

Meanwhile, as life couldn't be better for DeGeneres, Paula Abdul finally realizes what a mistake it was to quit the show.

"Paula was full of optimism when she left 'Idol.' She was confident she would get her own talk show and even a gig performing live on the Las Vegas strip -- none of which has materialized. It's going to get worse in January when 'Idol' is everywhere with Ellen sitting in her seat," a worried friend of Paula's tell me.

Did no one ever tell her you don't leave a job until you get another! Especially in a recession. Tsk, tsk, Paula!

Queen Elizabeth's Tardy for the Party
Everyone's favorite Duchess-turned-producer, Sarah Ferguson. is doing everything in her power to make sure her new film, 'Young Victoria,' gets as much attention as possible. That includes inviting her mother-in-law, Queen Elizabeth 2 to the red carpet premiere.

"Fergie is no fool. She knows if Queen Elizabeth turns up on the red carpet everyone will want to see the darling movie," a friend of Fergie's tells me. And while the Palace has not yet responded to the invite, something tells me the Duchess better send a DVD!

Newsweek Edits Angie
Sources tell me that the Angelina Jolie isn't happy that the editors of Newsweek had the nerve to edit her article that ran last week. "Angie slaved over that story. Carefully selecting every word. She didn't expect Newsweek to tell her she selected a few too many!" laughed a source. Angelina, who penned the article in which she criticized President Obama and argued for action in Darfur, was said to be shocked by the weeklies edit to what one insider called a "rambling story!"

To boot, Newsweek spokesman Frank De Maria tells me: "Actually we didn't edit it much at all."

Ouch! Don't worry, Angie doll -- my editor (shout out to Mike Hess) butchers me too. Wink, wink!

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Tags: american idol, AmericanIdol, angelina jolie, AngelinaJolie, ellen degeneres, EllenDegeneres, paula abdul, PaulaAbdul

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Wednesday 16 December

By FOURDOGSLAUGHING

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can't stand that Ellen idiot !

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not gonna watch AI this year

By clairsach

I'm at a loss why Ellen DeGeneris is a judge. I can respect the opinion of a person in the field of music. Even though Paula was panned for her critiques, she at least was in that field and was creditable. Ellen is just a neighbor of Simon and as such, carries no expertise. I'm not a huge fan of Ellen's in your face lifestyle but that aside, I'm at a loss as to why she is there.

By Diana

Ellen Degeneres may not be what you call a MUSIC EXPERT but she, just like you, has an ear for music. She can give an opinion when she listens to someone sing and eliminate the wannabes just like you can vote for who you like the best. What makes Simon an EXPERT? His listening abilities! What makes Randy and EXPERT? His Listening abilities also. Paula and Kara do sing but they also have listening abilites that qualify them as a judge just like Simon, Randy and Ellen AND YOU. I have to admit some american voters dont know the better singers They Voted for TAYLOR HICKS

Thursday 07 January

By jeff

ellen is not into pro- music she does baliae tippy toe thats worse tha paula

By ralonne

"already challanged"?? I think Rob needs to use spell check on his articles... It's CHALLENGED, Rob.

By JBaer

"Paula's feeling out"? Um, last time I checked, she WANTED out!

By ray vasquez

with all the celebrities there is in this world, why did they have to pick that wanabe? thank GOD fOR TIVO!

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