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Paula Abdul is an American singer, dancer, and choreographer known for pop hits like "Straight Up" and "Opposites Attract"; her energetic performances and iconic choreography helped define late 1980s pop music. Fans and new listeners alike search Paula Abdul for her music, dance legacy, and television career.
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Paula Abdul's choreography often blended street dance, jazz, and theatrical moves, and Paula Abdul's signature routines became templates for many late-1980s and early-1990s pop performances.
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Q:What was Paula Abdul’s first major role in the entertainment industry?
A:She was a choreographer for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Paula Abdul began her career as a Laker Girl, quickly becoming head choreographer. Her work with the team and various music videos led to opportunities choreographing for top artists like Janet Jackson.
Q:Which Paula Abdul album launched her singing career?
A:'Forever Your Girl' launched her singing career.
Released in 1988, 'Forever Your Girl' became a massive success, producing multiple No. 1 singles and establishing Abdul as a leading pop artist of the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Paula Abdul Fact Sheet
Born

Paula Julie Abdul was born in San Fernando, California on June 19, 1962.

Top Albums

Forever Your Girl (1988), Spellbound (1991), Head Over Heels (1995).

Top Songs

Straight Up (1988), Cold Hearted (1988), Opposites Attract (1988), Rush Rush (1991), Forever Your Girl (1988), Vibeology (1991), Rush, Rush (1991), The Way That You Love Me (1988), Knocked Out (1988), Dance Like There's No Tomorrow (2008).

Billboard Hot 100

6 Number One Hits

8 Top-10 Hits

UK Singles Chart

3 Top-10 Hits

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