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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>
<p>Paula Abdul was born in 1962 in San Fernando, California. She is the <a href="/biography/paula-abdul">daughter</a> of Harry Abdul and Lorraine M. Rykiss. Her father, Harry, was a member of the Syrian Jewish community, born in Syria, raised in Brazil, and later emigrated to the United States. Her mother, Lorraine, is a pianist of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashkenazi_Jews">Ashkenazi Jewish</a> descent from Manitoba, Canada, with roots tracing back to Ukraine. Paula holds dual citizenship in the United States and Canada. She has one sister named Wendy. Paula graduated from Van Nuys High School in the early 1980s, where she was an <a href="/biography/paula-abdul">honor student</a> and cheerleader.</p>

<h2>Early Inspirations and Dance Training</h2>
<p>Paula developed a love for dance at a young age, inspired by classic Hollywood musicals—particularly the film <em>Singin’ in the Rain</em> featuring <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gene_Kelly">Gene Kelly</a>. She trained extensively in tap, jazz, and ballet. Her passion for performing arts continued throughout her academic years. After high school, she attended California State University, where she was selected as a cheerleader during her freshman year.</p>

<h2>Start in Entertainment and Rise to Fame</h2>
<p>Paula Abdul began her professional career as a cheerleader for the Los Angeles Lakers at the age of 18. Her talent and dynamic performances quickly propelled her into the spotlight as a sought-after choreographer, coinciding with the rise of the music video era in the 1980s. She choreographed for prominent artists such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janet_Jackson">Janet Jackson</a>, further cementing her reputation in the industry.</p>

<h2>Music Career and Chart Success</h2>
<p>During the late 1980s and early 1990s, Paula launched a successful singing career, releasing a series of hit pop singles. She achieved six number one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, tying her with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Ross">Diana Ross</a> for the seventh-most number-one hits by a female solo artist. Her music blended energetic pop with dance influences, and she became well known for songs such as “Straight Up,” “Forever Your Girl,” and “Opposites Attract.” Paula won a Grammy Award for Best Music Video – Short Form for "Opposites Attract." She also received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography.</p>

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<h2>Television Career and ‘American Idol’</h2>
<p>After a period of relative quiet in her music career, Paula Abdul experienced a resurgence in popularity as a judge on the reality TV competition <em>American Idol</em> in the 2000s. Her warm, supportive presence and industry knowledge made her a fan favorite. She served as a judge for eight seasons before departing the show. In 2011, she starred on the CBS dance competition series <em>Live to Dance</em>, which was canceled after one season.</p>

<h2>Further Television Work</h2>
<p>Paula reunited with fellow <em>American Idol</em> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Cowell">judge</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Cowell">Simon Cowell</a> to serve as a judge on the American version of <em>The X Factor</em>, a talent competition created and produced by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Cowell">Cowell</a>. In 2012, she appeared as a guest judge on the All-Stars edition of <em>Dancing with the Stars</em>, showcasing her ongoing connection to performance and choreography.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Paula Abdul has been married twice. Her first marriage was to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emilio_Estevez">actor</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emilio_Estevez">Emilio Estevez</a> from 1992 to 1994. She later married clothing designer Brad Beckerman in 1996, though they divorced in 1998. As of the most recent estimates, her net worth is approximately $30 million. Over the years, she has been the subject of several celebrity death hoaxes, all of which have been debunked.</p>

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