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Nigel Lythgoe Responds To Paula Abdul’s ‘Idol’ Allegations

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Former “American Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe responds to criticism by Paula Abdul that the show put her in danger by allowing alleged stalker Paula Goodspeed to audition.

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