A while back it was announced that American Idol judge Paula Abdul would be participating on the Today show’s Summer Concert Series.  Of course, given her inability to perform live for her Super Bowl pre-game performance, I was shocked to hear that she was ready to tackle a such a large task.

Well -  surprise, surprise.  I apparently wasn’t the only one to miss the news that her April 25 gig had been cancelled.  (In fact, a current magazine I have sitting in front of me is still promoting the event.)  A press release released a fews ago did not provide a reason for the change in plans:

“Paul Abdul is no longer part of Today‘s concert series at this time, however, she is always welcome at Today.”

I have to wonder—did the decision have anything to do with an actual performer’s engagement on a competing morning program?  (Mariah Carey is scheduled for Good Morning America this Friday.)

Interestingly enough, a quick check of NBC’s website shows that Miss Abdul is now slated for August 29.  Maybe she just needed the extra rehearsal time?