A special tribute to Simon Cowell was presented in the finale for his final season with the show. Many figures from the show's past, including Paula Abdul, made an appearance. COUNT 4
QSN1 Who had their final season in the show in season nine? ANS1 Simon Cowell QSN2 Why did Paula Abdul appear on the season nine finale of American Idol? ANS2 tribute to Simon Cowell QSN3 Who had a special tribute at the finale? ANS3 Simon Cowell QSN4 Which former Idol star made an appearance for Cowell's tribute? ANS4 Paula Abdul