American Idol Kiss

Guide Note

On March 19, 2008, American Idol judge Simon Cowell mentioned the possibility of doing a repeat of the kiss that he and Paula Abdul shared during an episode in the second season of American Idol.

The original kiss happened after Cowell and Abdul had a disagreement over his negative comments and general attitude towards the contestants. The fight occurred on air, and resulted in Abdul walking off the set. The next week, the two literally kissed and made up during a prerecorded sketch.

1. Firs kiss: January 27, 2005
2. Mention of second kiss: March 19, 2008
3. People involved: Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell

American Idol Kiss Synopsis

Abdul and Cowell sit at a candlelit table. He pops a bottle of Champagne, and they both drink. She licks her lips, and Cowell feeds her Strawberries and Whipped Cream. Abdul says, "Thank god this season's over. Now we don't have to pretend." Simon says, "It's been killing me, Paula." Abdul proclaims, "I love you cuddles" and then Cowell says "Kiss me." They kiss passionately, until Cowell wakes up from his horrible dream. Then Randy Jackson sits up beside him and says "Yo dawg, you're supposed to be sleeping" and the two of them scream.

1. Based on: Pop Idol (UK version)
2. Created by: Simon Fuller
3. Host: Ryan Seacrest
4. Judges: Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson
5. Series Premiere: June 11, 2002
6. New episodes: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
7. Seasons: 7
8. Current season premiere: Jan. 15, 2008
9. Notable winners: Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood