Kristen Johnston will replace Paula Abdul on 'Ugly Betty.' Abdul lost out on the recurring role (Helen, Mode's zany new office temp) after contract negotiations fell through, reportedly due in part to (gasp!) a long list of demands. Johnston's first appearance will be in the show's Oct. 9 season premiere. [Ausiello Files]

"American Idol" fans have launched a grass-roots campaign to keep Paula Abdul as a judge on the No. 1 rated U.S television show.