So farewell then, Paula Abdul. The American Idol judge is quitting the top-rating US talent show after eight seasons alongside Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson.
She announced the news on her Twitter feed and it was confirmed by Fox and the show's co-producers.
Her decision followed huge speculation over the progress of her contract negotiations and came just a day after Fox announced that songwriter Kara DioGuardi, who joined as a fourth judge last year, would return for the next season.
To mark the occasion, here are a few classic moments from Paula's time on Idol.
The biggest hit on YouTube is a dream sequence featuring her and Cowell smooching over strawberries and cream. "Thank God this season's over – now we don't have to pretend," Paula purrs to her fellow judge.