Paula Abdul on gay Idol contestants, George Michael and gay best friends
“I fought so hard for Danny and David. And I stood my ground. I said, This kid is needed – especially Danny- because he is very open about being gay. He tried out the year before, and I fought…”
Paula Abdul discussing push for David Hernandez and Danny Noriega. She also discusses working with pre-out singer George Michael and the importance of her “extended family” of “wonderful gay people.” (NewNowNext)
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