Paula Abdul Excited about New Judge

Paula doesn't feel threatened by the presence of another female judge in the upcoming season of IDOL.. she welcomes her... "It’s about time another girl joined,” Abdul told PEOPLE Monday at the U.S. Open opening night celebration in Flushing, N.Y. “More girl power.”

The two have been friends for a while so there is no tension.. they worked together on a song for Kylie Mignogue back in the day...

But will adding another female judge take the spotlight away from Abdul? “No,” says the singer. “This is great for the show. I’ve been waiting for this. I really have and people will love her. She’s great!”