The X Factor Simon Cowell: I considered hooking up with Paula Abdul 12/15/2011 Simon Cowell says he considered sleeping with Paula Abdul but didn't want their personal lives to interfere with their professional careers. Read More RELATED NEWS Simone Battle's death officially ruled a suicide Simone Battle, former 'The X Factor' finalist, found dead from apparent suicideCheryl Cole suing 'The X Factor' producers for at least $2.3 million TAGS: American Idol The X Factor Paula Abdul Simon Cowell Barbara Walters
