American Idol 8: San Francisco Auditions
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Music, Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Gossip, Video,
An American Idol winner, thus far, has never come out of the San Fransisco auditions, though runner-up Katharine McPhee (season 5) first auditioned here.
Will this be the year that an Idol is found in the city by the bay? Some of the auditions were promising…others were barely tolerable.
The evening kicked off with Tatiana Del Toro of the beautiful accent - which, evidently, she can turn on and off at will. She was a lovely girl in a terrible dress with a super-annoying giggle, but she showed up to her audition already predestined to succeed. Her psychic friend predicted that Del Toro would make it all the way to the Top 12. I also, once had a psychic friend, but had to give her up on account of the phone bills. At any rate, Del Toro pleaded with the judges and eventually won her way to Hollywood. Cowell found her “so dramatic,” but Randy Jackson was a little more positive in his remarks, saying he voted yes “because you are wild, and I like it.” She’s also a little too savvy for Idol viewers - the girl showed up with her press kit.
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This Week on TV (12/24-12/30)
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Animation, Award Shows, Games, Kids, Music, Prime Time, Reality, Specials, ABC, Cable, CBS, FOX, The CW, Amazing Race, The,
MONDAY (12/24)
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (ABC, 8pm): Am I the only one who still gets creeped out when I see the Grinch? He’s not exactly kid-friendly.
- It’s A Wonderful Life (NBC, 8pm): You officially have one last chance to be grateful before Christmas officially begins.
- Cheaper by the Dozen (FOX, 8pm): In case you need a reminder why having more kids during the holidays might not be a good thing.
- Madagascar (ABC, 9pm): If you don’t want to get your child a pet, force them to watch this movie and convince them that animals were meant to be free.
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Kellie Pickler’s Enhanced Idol Appearance
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Music, Prime Time, FOX, American Idol, Gossip, Rumors,
If you caught Kellie Pickler on Thursday night’s American Idol results show, you may have noticed that she looked a little more va-va-va-voom in the breast department. Me, I just thought she was wearing a really tight dress that showed off her ... ahem… assets. After her appearance, the web was swirling with rumors that the singer had gotten breast implants. Quick, someone call Tyra Banks. Season 5 Idol contestant Katharine McPhee just went on Banks’ show to declare that she’s all-natural. Pickler is remaining mum for now.
Many thought that Ryan Seacrest’s question to Pickler that night was a nudge-nudge moment: “Have you spent your money on anything since you left us?” he asked. You could hear the comment flying over her head as she giddily commented on her shoes. Access Hollywood wasn’t quite as subtle when they ran a segment called “Pickler’s New Pair?” Ugh. Anyhoo, Pickler is giving the “no comment” comment when it comes to matters of her enhanced cleavage.
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Has Robyn Troup Won American Idol: Season 6 Before It’s Even Started?
Posted by Rob Stevens Categories: Music, Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Features, Gossip, Spoilers,
Anyone who knows me has probably heard me rail on the “parade of mediocrity” that is the audition process for American Idol. I’m just the kind of guy that thinks that to get your fifteen minutes of fame, you must be able to do something significant to contribute to ... something. Looking like a jackass and not being able to sing don’t count.
But that’s neither here nor there. Tomorrow starts the first round of hopefuls that were talented enough to get to the Hollywood stage of the competition, and this is normally where I start paying attention to the show. Idol has the ability to make stars out of even non-winners, and in fact, not winning could end up being a major opportunity for you. Kelly Clarkson notwithstanding, some of the biggest names to come out of Idol are Jennifer Hudson and her meteoric rise to capture a Golden Globe and probably an Oscar, and Season 5 finalist Chris Daughtry who’s debut album just went platinum (and is a great rock album).
Which led me to have an interesting conversation with my wife last night. How is it that the audience has been getting it so wrong, since they are the ones making this decision? The voting should be roughly analogous to how sales should go, right? And yet, winner Ruben Studdard falters while Clay Aiken makes out like a bandit. What’s going on?
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Katharine McPhee to Guest on Ugly Betty
Posted by Wendy Michaels Categories: Comedy, Drama, Music, Prime Time, ABC, American Idol,
Being runner-up ain’t too shabby for last season’s American Idol second place winner, Katharine McPhee. The singer will be playing herself in an upcoming guest spot on the hit show Ugly Betty. Need I remind you that Ugly Betty is a fantastic show—I hope if you weren’t a fan before, that you caught the recent marathon of it and are now hooked. McPhee will appear as a celebrity guest in the episode titled “I’m Coming Out.” The episode, which airs on February 1st at 8 p.m. will have McPhee appearing at the Mode Fashion Week runway show.
In other Katharine McPhee news, her debut album will be hitting the shelves on January 30th, so the timing with her appearance on Ugly Betty seems right on the mark. The first single, titled “Over It,” will undoubtedly be in heavy rotation on radio stations soon enough.
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American Idol 5: The Final Showdown
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Features,
Drum roll, please! After endless weeks of competition, tonight came down to—as USA Today put it best—Gray vs. Anatomy. The contestants were armed with three songs tonight—two from their Idol past and a original song that may eventually be recorded by the winner. Would Taylor’s soulful style resonate with people outside the southern states and those without a touch of gray? Would Katharine’s youthful voice and pretty face be able to branch out beyond the West Coast? For the last time this season—read on!!
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American Idol 5: The Final Three
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Features,
The more songs the contestants are forced to sing, the closer we must be to the end of the season. With only three contestants left—it was down to three songs each tonight. The first one selected by legendary producer Clive Davis, the second by the judges and the third song chosen by the contestants. With more opportunities to sing give them more chances to fail? Read on!
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American Idol 5: The Finals - Week 8
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Features,
Tonight the Idol contestants performed two songs—a song from the year that they were born and a song from the current Billboard charts. Did appearing twice in show hurt or help their chances? Read on!
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American Idol 5: Lisa Is All Tuckered Out
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Prime Time, Reality, FOX, American Idol, Talent,
Well after my umpteenth try I finally got it right: Lisa Tucker was voted out just like I had predicted. But what did surprise me was that Katharine McPhee was in the Bottom Three!! I already knew that Ace would be there. Simon was impressed by her singing yesterday, but apparently changed his opinion upon further review. He told Katherine that her performance wasn’t nearly as good as Aguilera’s. Hmm… I feel like I’ve heard that somewhere before. Oh that’s right. That’s because I said it!
(You can find all the American Idol 5 posts here.)
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