Abdul's extraordinary music career encompasses worldwide album sales exceeding 40 million records, two #1 Albums, six #1 Singles, a Grammy Award, seven MTV Awards, 3 American Music Awards, two Emmy Awards, two People¹s Choice Awards and two Kid's Choice Awards. She has also been honored with her very own Star on Hollywood Boulevard and inducted into Nickelodeon's Kid's Choice Hall of Fame.
Currently, Abdul is receiving acclaim as "the heart and soul" of the record-breaking primetime FOX show American Idol, for which she is a Celebrity judge. Abdul has even gone so far as to design inspirational "Innergy" good luck jewelry for the American Idol contestants, which they can occasionally be seen grasping for strength and inspiration during more stressful times on the popular high-stakes show. The jewelry became so popular, that Paula developed an entire jewelry line to make available for all men and women in America. Each piece represents the "Inner Energy" it takes to succeed. Paula's jewelry is available at Sam's Club and on her web site, www.paulaabdul.com.
Most recently, Paula has used her former dance and cheer career, along with her unique expression of style, to design her own lines of dance and cheer clothing called "Skirtz." "Skirtz" serves as an inspiration for young girls and teens all over the country. Her clothing is available at Wal Mart stores.
Behind the camera, Abdul is known as one of the most gifted and recognized choreographers in the industry of film, television, video, stage and live tours.
Her celebrated work in choreography includes Emmy-winning contributions to The Tracey Ullman Show, She choreographed the film Coming toAmerica, which starred Eddie Murphy. Paula's own performance as an artist on the American Music Award, and her choreography for