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Paula Will Face Dancing Judges

American Idol jurist adds new primetime gig

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(Newser) – Prepare to savor the sweet redemption of a judge—albeit a nice one—being judged: Paula Abdul is “very excited” to be a contestant on next season's Dancing with the Stars, Radar reports. The singer-turned-American Idol judge made no secret of the fact that she was “shopping around” for another TV gig; Abdul reportedly became worried about her Idol future after a fan committed suicide outside her house.

The 46-year-old pop singer has been uncertain about her
The 46-year-old pop singer has been uncertain about her "American Idol" future since a fan committed suicide.   (AP Photo)
Abdul will show off her dancing skills on her new TV gig.
Abdul will show off her dancing skills on her new TV gig.   (AP Photo/Evan Agostini, file)
Syesha Mercado and Seal perform as judge Paula Abdul dances during the finale of
Syesha Mercado and Seal perform as judge Paula Abdul dances during the finale of "American Idol." Who knew Abdul was practicing for her new gig?   (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
Abdul is
Abdul is "very excited" to show her moves on "Dancing."   (AP Photo/ABC - KELSEY MCNEAL)
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