Paula Abdul, 42nd Emmy Awards - Sept. 1990 - Governor. Photo by Alan Light.
Known For: She was also a judicator for "American Idol" in 2005.
Summary: She and her sister, Wendy, grew up with their mother in the San Fernando Valley. Abdul was inspired towards a show business career by Gene Kelly in the classic film Singin' in the Rain as well as Debbie Allen, Fred Astaire, and Bob Fosse.
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