Paula Abdul Twitter

So it's final, Paula Abdul is leaving American Idol, she has announced it in her Twitter that she won't be back for the next American Idol season. Fox has also issued a statement about Abdul's departure from the reality show:

"Paula Abdul has been an important part of the 'American Idol' family over the last eight seasons and we are saddened that she has decided not to return to the show. While Paula will not be continuing with us, she's a tremendous talent and we wish her the best."