I must admit that I haven’t watched American Idol regularly since the first season (Kelly Clarkson/the only time the show came on during summertime, where it belongs). And to be honest, I thought all this Paula Abdul not returning/contract babble was just a publicity stunt (because let’s face it, this whole debacle has created a lot of buzz for the show).

But now Paula has made it official that she isn’t coming back? WTF was American Idol thinking? The show will not be the same without this woman. I know that millions of people agree just how big a mistake this is and the reasons as to why. American Idol, you officially have one day to fix this big mistake. One day.

I think the ratings in January will speak for themselves. Paula is an integral part of the show (and this is coming from someone who doesn’t even watch the show religiously). Paula > Ryan. Much greater. Fork over the money you idiots.