Paula Abdul signs on for 'The X-Factor'

"American Idol" judges Paula Abdul (L) and Simon Cowell sit at the "Idol Gives Back" show at the Kodak theatre in Hollywood, California in this April 6, 2008 file photo. Former "American Idol" judge Abdul said on May 8, 2011 that she would reunite with Cowell on the judging panel of his upcoming new TV talent show "The X Factor." REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/Files (UNITED STATES - Tags: ENTERTAINMENT PROFILE MEDIA)