"American Idol" judge Paula Abdul Wednesday signed a three-year contract to stay on with the Fox TV talent competition.
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"As someone who rose to the top of the charts as a solo artist, she has unique insights into the contestants' hopes, dreams and fears."
Abdul said in a statement she looks forward to being inspired and amazed each week by the contestants and "of course, I also look forward to putting (fellow judge) Simon (Cowell) in his place for years to come."
