United Kingdom, May 31 -- Paula Abdul was "tearful" after Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, used one of her songs in an anniversary tribute to Prince Harry.

The former Suits actress celebrated eight years of marriage to the British royal earlier this month, and to soundtrack a montage of moments from their big day on her Instagram Story, she used the former American Idol judge's 1989 track Forever Your Girl, much to Paula's delight and astonishment.

Recalling how she was "tearful" when she saw the clip, Paula told People magazine: "I pinched myself and I was like, 'This is awesome.' Well, it's like I said, you never know. Little gems and moments can come in and just bless your life."

The 63-year-old star is overwhelmed by the song's enduring ...