David Archuleta by Frank Micelotta/Fox
Remember a couple weeks ago when the Idol contestants sang a song from their year of birth? And remember Simon’s comment to little David A. about him being surprised if he chose the song himself? Rumors swirled that that comment was directed straight at David’s father Jeff, and now sources are reporting that he could quite possibly be the stage-dad-from-hell. Even the Today show is reporting on the matter! Watch the video now! Your take: Do you believe the rumors that David was simply cracking under the pressure? What are your sentiments on stage-parents? Do you think they’re too hard on their kids and their self-esteem, or do they have to be tough considering how hard it is to make it in the industry?
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American Idol by Michael Becker/Fox
Thanks to another solid performance, David Cook remained atop TVGuide.com's American Idol Power Rankings this week, though David A. is never too far behind. This marks D.C.'s third turn at No. 1 in the past four weeks. In fact, the only biggish story here is that after weeks of nipping at Brooke's heels, Carly finally caught up to the blonde crooner. Is that development more about Carly really delivering or Brooke failing to show us any new tricks?American Idol Power Rankings39.8% David Cook24.0% David Archuleta13.1% Michael Johns7.0% Carly Smithson 7.0% Brooke White6.9% Jason Castro1.1% Kristy Lee Cook1.1% Syesha Mercado Syesha has finished last or next-to-last every week thus far... yet time and again manages to hold on. Can she tough out another round?Check out our brand-new Top 8 photo gallery!
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Sanjaya Malakar and Jason Castro courtesy Fox
Remember Ashley, the teenaged girl who cried a river for Sanjaya Malakar on American Idol last season? Well, she and her watery eyes have a new favorite — Jason Castro, the dreadlock-coiffed Texan who wowed audiences and Simon with his performance of "Hallelujah" a few weeks back. Access Hollywood reports that Ashley has been attending tapings again this season and the waterworks have been in full working order when Jason takes the stage. —J.R. WhalenWatch clips of American Idol in our Online Video Guide.
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Ramiele Malubay on American Idol by Ray Mickshaw/Fox
Got your own questions for when Ramiele drops by TVGuide.com? Share them in comments!Despite the tears Wednesday night following her elimination, Ramiele Malubay was her typical cheerful self the next day, offering perspective on her performances on Idol and the competition overall, as well as what the future may hold (and yes, Danny Noriega is in it). With solemnity, Malubay acknowledged the hard truth that "there is only one winner [of the show]," but she also sees her weeks on Idol as significant, even if her chances to win are over. "It's actually the first real big thing that's happened in my life," she said. "It's exposure, it's a future, and I'm very grateful to the judges to get me as far as I did to let America judge."And by "judges," Malubay was including Simon, too. He compared her Tuesday performance to that of a singer on a cruise ship, but she still trusts that he has her best interest in mind. "Oh, he likes me, I know he does," Malubay assured reporters. "I... believe...
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American Idol by Frank Micelotta/Fox
The following contains spoiler information about Wednesday night's American Idol results show.No huge surprises this week. There may have been one or two others who could have been sent home, but there certainly is no arguing with America's latest decision. The Davids were of course safe, Carly's still more than solid, and you have to figure Jason can work the pretty eyes and charm for another round or two. So, after all was said and done tonight, as it boiled down to Kristy Lee, Brooke and Ramiele, it was the littlest lass who got sung off.All of which is my long-winded way of saying: Who's your pick to win Idol now? Paula's got the Davids, Michael and Carly in her "final four." But is there a dark horse who could still ride up and steal a win? Vote here, and have your say in the next Power Rankings.PS. Got questions for when Ramiele drops by TVGuide.com for her video Q&A? Share them in comments!
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In a Wednesday conference call with reporters, American Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe offered updates on this year's "Idol Gives Back" fundraising effort, to air Wednesday, April 9. For starters, Lythgoe cleared the air on talk that Mariah Carey would perform a duet with the late Marvin Gaye, a la Celine Dion and Elvis Presley a year ago. "Unfortunately, it's not [happening]," he shared. "We couldn’t get the rights to music with Marvin, so we had to cancel it." (Chalk up one unsettling/eerie bullet dodged.)Lythgoe also addressed the breaking news that Ellen DeGeneres would not be able to shoulder half of the hosting duties for the evening. "Ellen, we were told, couldn’t do it due to a personal production pressure," he said. Filling her shoes/sneakers will be... Ryan Seacrest! Will the seemingly busiest man in show business be worked even harder? Lythgoe shrugged off the notion. "We’ve got a lot of co-hosts, so it isn’t like last year," he explained. "The...
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Chikezie is the latest Idol castoff to pay a visit to us here at the dotcom of TV Guide. See what he had to say about the Idol experience, his best and worst performances, and all those Luther Vandross comparisons. — MWMMore Idol video Q&As:• Amanda Overmyer• David Hernandez
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Yesterday morning on The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet, a very hoarse (and super sequined) Paula Abdul appeared for an interview with host Juliet, revealing who she thought would make it to the final four of this season’s Idol. She also discussed how hard it is to hold back her emotions from time to time. So who’s her "Top Four" picks? "Carly, David A., David C., Michael Johns and Brooke." Wait…isn’t that five? Oh Paula, how we love you dearly. Your take: Do you agree with the finalists Paula has predicted or do you have a different final four (or five) in mind?
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David Cook courtesy Fox
American Idol contender David Cook ducked out of Tuesday night's show early — upon completing his performance of "Little Sparrow" — and was taken to a hospital, People reports. Cook, who had complained of heart palpitations, was treated for high blood pressure and released shortly thereafter. Sources tell People he is "doing fine."What brought on the anxiety? TMZ hears that Cook has been under emotional stress because his brother, who has been battling cancer, had a setback within the past week.More Idol coverage:• Watch video: David Cook does "Billie Jean."• Paula Names Her Picks for the Final Four• Top 9 Power Rankings: David Cook's a Thriller
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David Cook by Frank Micelotta/Fox
American Idol's final nine really need to kick it into high gear because anything could happen within the next few weeks. For instance, once upon a time, a little David A. was winning over fans left and right, and then last week David Cook rose up and sealed the deal as our front-runner. Actually, his Top 10 performance of "Billie Jean" left us so floored, we decided we just had to relive it one last time before tonight’s performances. — Gina DiNunnoWatch It now! | More online videos
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