What appears to have been forgotten is the fact that Seacrest began the show by saying the judges would withhold their comments until after the second song. Then he apparently surprised the judges by asking for comments after all the first songs. If it is true that the judges make notes during rehearsal, it is perfectly understandable that Paula could have become confused and started giving what was in her notes. After all, they had all heard two songs already in rehearsal, and Seacrest's inconsistent switcheroo could throw anyone, even without benefit of medication. Paula was thrown a curve that she couldn't handle. The other two managed, but it was a total chaos because of Seacrest's failing to following the instructions he had delivered

ok I think that Paula is a bit flakey, but I also think the rumors are farfetched. I realize that I was also one to criticize Paula for her behaviour, just a bit off, but on the day in question I watched her and saw that she was genuinely sincere in her confusion. The whole show was weird, I didnt get to see most of Jasons 2nd show performance, it was cut off here in canada because of the limited timing...so I think I am getting tired off all this bad press about Paula when she is just a bit eccentric and different and on some pills that most of us are on anyways. Give the girl a break!

Doesn't anyone remember they had already said, in the past, that they put together their notes based on what they saw/heard during the dress rehearsal. The reason they do this is because there is so much noise from the audience behind them they cannot listen well or concentrate on the performance on stage. This is the reason she likely already had her notes for both performances.

Do I think she acts whacked most of the time - oh sure...but this really was just a slip up of being able to keep track of what she was supposed to be doing.

There is talk that the show is scripted and the judges are told what to say so they can potentially sway the outcome of the voters and keep the ones that "they want" on the show-RATINGS!! Either way, I still like American Idol. If Paula wasn't there it wouldn't be the same show and I honestly 110% think she should stay. So she goofed up, it was the highlight of show on Tuesday. She keeps things interesting. She is a wonderful person and is funny. Perhaps she does have a problem of some kind, that doesn't mean she should be kicked off the show and kicked to the curb. That is something you shouldn't do to someone. It's just RUDE!!

HELLO WORLD, THIS IS THE TOP VIEWED SHOW. THE BOTTOM LINE IS THE THREE JUDGES ARE FOR ENTERTAINMENT. LIKE IT OR NOT, pAULA HAS SOMETHING THAT PLACED HER ON THE PANEL. WHY DON'T ALL OF YOU THAT FEEL SO STRONG ABOUT RE-PLACING PAULA, GO TRY OUT FOR HER JOB AND LETS SEE HOW FAR YOU GET. AMERICA VOTES AND AMERICA ELECTS. GO AMERICAN IDOL!!!! YOU OFFER GOOD CLEAN ENTERTAINMENT FOR OUR ENTIRE FAMILY, AND A GREAT CAUSE FOR "IDOL GIVES BACK". HOW GREAT IS THE CHANCE YOU GIVE TO SO MANY YOUNG TALENTS. HOW COULD ANYONE FOCUS ON PAULA? GET THE BIG MEANING OF THE SHOW. I LOVE YOU IDOL.

i agree with "IDOL FAN" everyone makes mistakes and ive always enjoyed paula. shes always been very sweet on that show and never tried to hurt pples feelings. everyone on here has nothing better to do but to critize other peoples mistakes and act like they dont EVER make them themselves... paula your beautiful inside and outside. keep your head up high and do your thang....

Lost her notes? More like lost in her bottle! Fire this pill poppin drunk already

HAHAHA - It was great !!!! something's got to keep AI interesting! I mean Brooke didn't even forget her words this week! She should be drunk on every show! Did you see the look of 'oh crap'on Simon's face!! LOVIN IT!!!

4:05 PM Maya Says:

I don't care what she says: she is either on drugs, alchohol, or both. Her excuses of why she does the things she does sounds just like an addict making excuses when everyone knows the truth. Kind of reminds me of my alcoholic ex husband telling me the vodka he bought was to clean the radiator in his car--not for him to drink.
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Haha, that is a good one! Such an alcoholic thing to do!

Seriously! the crack head couldn't remember only 5 contestant! Just say no Paula and maybe you will be able to remember! geez!

It is obvious that the judges and PRODUCERS write down their critiques WHEN THE CONTESTANTS ARE REHEARSING...

THAT IS WHY SIMON NEVER EVER LISTENS to the live performances, but rather talks to Paula the whole time.

That is UNFAIR, because they prejudge basedc on how they want it to be perceived.

But PAULA is a very nice person but SUFFERS FROM SLEEP DEPRIVATION, she and her handlers never make sure she gets a night's sleep. that is a sick situation, and her staff should be FIRED.

Paula's staff keep her SLEEP DEPRIVED so that she can be totally controlled, financially.

BOY, DO MOST PEOPLE OUT THERE THINK THEY ARE PERFECT? HAS NO ONE OUT THERE EVER GOTTEN CONFUSED? LAST TIME I CHECKED, THE ONLY PERFECT PERSON DIED ON THE CROSS. TOO MANY CRITICS OUT THERE THESE DAYS. PAULA, YOU JUST KEEP ON KEEPIN ON. MAYBE SOMEDAY, SOME OF THESE JUDGMENTAL PEOPLE WILL GROW UP. I THINK YOU'RE DOING A FINE JOB.

Paula is the nicest person you'll ever meet! Leave her alone! She just needs a night of lovin' and she'll be back to her old self. Arsenio Hall, where are you?

It's so funny to see the monkeys from Wizard of Oz in a dress. :)

WHO CARES SHE IS A HAS-BEEN, WACK JOB ANYWAY