Paula Abdul applauds Nicole Scherzinger for overcoming bulimia

Paula Abdul has applauded Nicole Scherzinger for seeking help over her bulimia.

The former Pussycat Doll revealed that she struggled with the eating disorder in a recent VH1 Behind the Music show.

Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger FOX's "The X Factor" Press Conference held at the CBS Studios Los Angeles
The X Factor USA: Judges L.A. Reid, Nicole Sherzinger, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell

Abdul - who also suffered from bulimia earlier in her career - said that she was glad Scherzinger tackled the problem and recovered.

Speaking to People, Abdul said: "She knew that she needed to get help, and she got help. You can't ever do those things alone. It's very important that you get the proper help that you need."

The ex-American Idol judge, who appeared on the first season of X Factor USA with Scherzinger, added: "She's a beautiful girl, and I'm happy that she's gone through the healing process and recovery. I love Nicole. She's a good one."

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