Former American Idol judge Paula Adbul released a statement to address the official news that talk show host Ellen DeGeneres would replace her as the new fourth judge in the famous talent show.

Paula said, “AMERICAN IDOL is a fantastic show that offers an invaluable platform to young talent. Ellen DeGeneres is wildly funny and talented in her own right. I wish her and the show only the best of luck.”
Paula later tweeted, “I think Ellen will b a gr8 judge on Idol. She is wildly funny, talented and I wish her the best of luck!”

Paula seems to be taking the news pretty well, who would have thought!?! I was totally waiting for a catfight. Ellen was clearly worried about Paula’s reaction when interviewed by Ryan Seacrest, saying,  “I hope Paula is okay with it. I don’t want anybody to think I took Paula’s job away. I feel like she was gone and then everybody was looking for somebody else, then I stepped in.”

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