Paula Abdul Is Done With American Idol!

After eight seasons, Paula Abdul has confirmed that she is leaving American Idol.

Yesterday Paula tweeted, "With sadness in my heart, I've decided not to return to Idol. I'll miss nurturing all the new talent, but most of all being a part of a show that I helped from day one become an international phenomenon. What I want to say most, is how much I appreciate the undying support and enormous love that you have showered upon me. I do, without any doubt, have the BEST fans in the entire world and I love you all."

According to The NY Times, Paula (who earned about $2 million from the show last year) demanded a 500% pay raise (around $20 million a year) and reportedly rejected Fox's offer to bump her salary up by 30%, which would have netted her around $10 million per year. Hmm, that seems kinda greedy doesn't it?

While her manager had previously dropped hints that she might not come back due to contract issues (or a lack of a contract), we're still kinda stunned that she's gone! Will Idol be the same without her?