It's official this time: Paula Abdul is definitely coming to the Sault

Pop superstar Paula Abdul — who went on to be one of the original judges on American Idol — is coming to Sault Ste. Marie.

SooToday jumped the gun a bit yesterday, publishing the news a day before the agreed-upon embargo. But now it's official — so get your tickets.

The music superstar, dancer, renowned choreographer, and TV personality's Straight Up! tour will make 20 stops across Canada, including at the GFL Memorial Gardens on October 16.

She'll be joined by fellow '80s stars Taylor Dayne and Tiffany.

Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.

Find the full news release below:

Global icon Paula Abdul has announced a 2024 Canadian tour this Fall - joined by very special guests Taylor Dayne and Tiffany. The tour kicks off September 25th in Victoria, BC, and will visit over 20 markets across the country before ending in Sydney, NS on October 26th, and includes a stop at GFL Memorial Gardens in Sault Ste Marie on October 16th.

A music superstar, dancer, renowned choreographer, and TV personality - this event is one not to be missed. Tickets for all dates go on sale Friday, June 7th at 10am local.

With 60 million records sold, Abdul has earned numerous awards and recognitions including 17 MTV Video Music Awards nominations with 5 wins, 2 GRAMMY Awards, 3 AMAs, 2 Emmy Awards, two People’s Choice Awards, and five Juno Awards.

Paula began as a Laker girl at 18, becoming the head choreographer for the renowned squad. Many superstars sought her expertise -- Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Dolly Parton, to name a few. She also choreographed numerous films and TV shows including “Coming to America,” Jerry Maguire,” and “The Doors.”

Her first studio album, Forever Your Girl, sold over 7 million copies in the U.S. alone and, with 4 singles topping the charts, “Forever Your Girl”, “Cold Hearted”, “Opposites Attract”, and of course, “Straight Up,” she set a record for the most #1 Billboard charted singles from a debut album.

After several national tours, Paula enjoyed her Paula Abdul: Forever Your Girl Las Vegas residency in 2019. She has received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2019, the Harry Chapin Memorial Humanitarian Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Paula is an active philanthropist on behalf of many charities including Wigs & Wishes, Children's Hospital LA, No Kid Hungry, American Humane Association, and Dancers Against Cancer, to name a few.

Paula Abdul – Straight Up! To Canada Tour – 2024 dates
Tickets on sale Friday, June 7th at paulaabdul.com
Exclusive VIP package experiences available

Sep 25 – Save On Foods Memorial Centre – Victoria, BC
Sep 27 – Abbotsford Centre – Abbotsford, BC
Sep 28 – South Okanagan Events Centre – Penticton, BC
Sep 29 – Sandman Centre – Kamloops, BC
Oct 1 – Ovintiv Events Centre – Dawson Creek, BC
Oct 2 – CN Centre – Prince George, BC
Oct 4 – Edmonton EXPO Centre Arena – Edmonton, AB
Oct 5 – Enmax Centre – Lethbridge, AB
Oct 6 – Grey Eagle Event Centre – Calgary, AB
Oct 8 – Brandt Centre – Regina, SK
Oct 9 – Sasktel Centre – Saskatoon, SK
Oct 10 – Canada Life Centre – Winnipeg, MB
Oct 15 – Community Auditorium – Thunder Bay, ON
Oct 16 – GFL Memorial Gardens – Sault Ste Marie, ON
Oct 18 – Sudbury Arena – Sudbury, ON
Oct 19 – Budweiser Gardens – London, ON
Oct 21 – TD Place – Ottawa, ON
Oct 22 – Slush Puppie Place – Kingston, ON
Oct 24 – TD Station – Saint John, NB
Oct 25 – Rath Eastlink Community Centre – Truro, NS
Oct 26 – Centre 200 – Sydney, NS