However, behind the scenes, there was a feud brewing between Abdul and Cowell.
I mean, ew!
We really disliked each other that much" [viaThe Hollywood Reporter].
His antics caused her to quit a total of seven times during her first day on set.
“I couldn’t believe that that someone was actually getting away with crushing fragile kids.
This happens behind your back, [not] in front of your face,” she explained.
Their “Idol” days may have been tumultuous, but the pair have seemingly overcome their rocky past.
In May 2011, Simon Cowell and Fox announced her as a judge on the series.
Since her exit from “X-Factor,” Abdul and Cowell appear to have a friendly relationship.
That would be my number one wish."
