Paula Abdul Channels Ellen DeGeneres on VH1's 'Divas Live'

Access Hollywood - September 18, 2009 1:55 PM PDT
Story photo: Paula Abdul Channels Ellen DeGeneres on VH1's 'Divas Live'Dressed as Ellen DeGeneres, Paula Abdul performs at Brooklyn Academy of Music for VH1's 'Divas Live' concert special on September 17, 2009 in New York City Getty PremiumAccess Hollywood

NEW YORK, New York -- Paula Abdul had some fun Thursday night at VH1's "Divas Live" when she took the stage dressed as her replacement on "American Idol."

"Why are you all staring at me? Can't a girl try out for a new job?" Paula, dressed as Ellen DeGeneres in a short blonde wig and black pant suit, asked the crowd.

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Not only did Paula have Ellen's look down, but she also took the stage doing a typical Ellen-style dance and made her way to a chair that resembled the talk show host's set. But the stunt was all in good fun.

"All kidding aside," Paula continued. "[I have] nothing but love for Ellen, and I wish you the best of luck and congratulations on your new gig. And call me! You gotta call me if you have any Simon problems, 'cause you know, I know him best."

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The former "Idol" judge also performed at the VH1 special at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City with a medley of her songs, including "Straight Up," "Forever Your Girl, and "Opposites Attract."

She opened the show saying, "I'm Paula Abdul, and this is not 'American Idol!'"

The "Divas" special also included performances by Jennifer Hudson, Miley Cyrus, Adele, Sheryl Crow, Jordin Sparks and Kelly Clarkson.

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  • Karen
    we all love american idol................but the last season sucked so bad I think the show should be cancelled
    report abuseposted September 20, 2009 4:32 AM PDT
  • Karen
    we all love american idol................but the last season sucked so bad I think the show should be cancelled
    report abuseposted September 20, 2009 4:32 AM PDT
  • Karen
    we all love american idol................but the last season sucked so bad I think the show should be cancelled
    report abuseposted September 20, 2009 4:32 AM PDT
  • Karen
    simon can grab himself
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  • Karen
    simon can grab himself
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  • Mariah
    I'm sure Ellen just laughed about it, and has no problems, it was all in good fun, like she said!!
    report abuseposted September 20, 2009 3:24 AM PDT
  • Meegan Ann
    I believe this whole incident is in poor taste. She needs to be acting more like the adult instead of acting like a sour teen whos BF is going out with someone new. I see the hiring of Ellen to be great for the show. Paula hasn't given very good advice as of late and it just seems to me that she never knew what the fudge she was talking about. A true AI fan wouldn't stop watching n
    report abuseposted September 20, 2009 3:16 AM PDT
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  • Jen
    Wow... there are some really ignorant people on here. That's just sad...
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