Paula Abdul to host 'VH1 Divas'

Paula Abdul has lined up her first post-"American Idol" gig: She'll be hosting this year's "VH1 Divas" ceremony.

The former judge tweeted the news Monday night: "Hi guys! im really excited 2 announce ill b hosting this year's "Vh1 Divas"!The show will be live on Sept 17th @ 9 pm EST."

Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Leona Lewis and Miley Cyrus are slated to perform. The show will air live from the Brooklyn Academy of Music Howard Gilman Opera House in New York.

-- Denise Martin

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