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“American Idol” Winners & Losers: How Will Allen, Lambert Fare?

5/21/09, 1:59 pm EST

Photos: FOX

Kelly Clarkson won American Idol and debuted at Number One with her first full-length album, Thankful. Chris Daughtry was booted before he could reach the Top Three and set a chart record with his band’s first album. Taylor Hicks struck up the Soul Patrol and was crowned the Season Five champion, only to lose his label deal after sluggish sales. Sanjaya Malakar became one of the most famous contestants in Idol history during his longer-than-expected run in Season Six … and then disappeared into near obscurity.

So how will Kris Allen and Adam Lambert fare now that Season Eight has ended? After their summer Idols Live tour, the pair will be on their own — along with Danny Gokey, Allison Iraheta, Matt Giraud, Anoop Desai and other ousted hopefuls who have announced their intentions to pursue music full-time — to record albums, appear on reality shows, hit Broadway or write autobiographies (see Malakar’s hilariously titled Dancing to the Music in My Head).

As Rolling Stone has noted as we examined what’s next for Adam Lambert, sometimes losing the competition guarantees a singer more success, as they can develop a game plan beyond the glare of the spotlight. Kellie Pickler grew into viable country star (and Taylor Swift pal) once the show ended; Jennifer Hudson earned an Oscar for her role in Dreamgirls.

Take a look back at Idol’s winners and most memorable contestants here:

The “American Idol” Rollercoaster: Checking In On the Show’s Biggest Winners and Losers


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Mrs. Lambert | 5/21/2009, 2:16 pm EST

Adam will be iconic than Kris. He is better now, but he will be more better in the future. He is very talented, and I hope he is not going to do something stupid that will ruin him.

Chi Chi Brown | 5/21/2009, 2:16 pm EST

I can not wait to hear more of Adam lambert and go to his and his only performances. For me, noone like that ever was on the show. Never Ever. Awesome. A star is born…Well.. He was born, it’s just that noe we heard of him. Thank you Adam. You’re a Star! A very big, bright, beautiful one…

Victoria V | 5/21/2009, 2:16 pm EST

Of course whatever CD he releases, I will buy. As I’m quite sure millions around the world will too. But what if “A Star is Born” was re-written to feature a rock star with a younger slant. Adam would kill in that roll. The movie would be a HUGE hit. I’m in line already.

IS ANYBODY LISTENING | 5/21/2009, 2:23 pm EST

Adam should have won. He has the most talent. He is the star! At least, he’ll be able to release the music he likes. Some of his previous recorded songs are already popping out on itunes. Check it out: IS ANYBODY LISTENING?

IS ANYBODY LISTENING | 5/21/2009, 2:23 pm EST

Adam should have won. He has the most talent. He is the star! At least, he’ll be able to release the music he likes. Some of his previous recorded songs are already popping out on itunes. Check it out: IS ANYBODY LISTENING?

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 2:24 pm EST

Adam has already signed with 19 Entertainment and a record label announcement should come soon. Queen did talk to him about joining the group but I think he’ll do the solo route first. He says he plans to go into the studio immediately to start working on material. Former AI producer Nigel Lythgoe said today he expects Adam “will become a major star” and that “Kris is good but he needed to win”. Since Kris won because 40% of the votes came from his home state of Arkansas, I expect Adam to sell millions of albums and Kris will fade like Taylor Hicks.

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 2:24 pm EST

Adam has already signed with 19 Entertainment and a record label announcement should come soon. Queen did talk to him about joining the group but I think he’ll do the solo route first. He says he plans to go into the studio immediately to start working on material. Former AI producer Nigel Lythgoe said today he expects Adam “will become a major star” and that “Kris is good but he needed to win”. Since Kris won because 40% of the votes came from his home state of Arkansas, I expect Adam to sell millions of albums and Kris will fade like Taylor Hicks.

Cindy | 5/21/2009, 2:31 pm EST

Adam has great things in store for the world. He will become an amazing star. He made Idol worth watching. Waiting each week to see what he would do gave us so much excitement. There are a lot of us who are already waiting for a CD and tour. Thanks Adam!

Mike B | 5/21/2009, 2:46 pm EST

The right guy one. Chris out sang Adam each time. Queen didn’t talk to Adam about joining the group, they have a singer and are going into the studio for a new album with him. Adam will never gain the status of Kiss, not one modern singer has in some time. Not even Mariah. Adam is good and will go far but he’s not a superstar yet.

StrummerJones | 5/21/2009, 2:51 pm EST

‘Queen didn’t talk to Adam about joining the group, they have a singer and are going into the studio for a new album with him.”

Paul Rodgers? They had him sing on one album. They parted ways with him just a few weeks ago.

BrianStorm | 5/21/2009, 3:12 pm EST

Forget about Queen, someone needs to call Jimmy Page. Page, John Paul Jones and Jason Bonham were auditioning singers for their Plant-less Zep tour and it fell apart due to not finding anyone good. Adam would kill as a touring replacement for them! He already showed what he can do with Whole Lotta Love…

Mrs. Lambert | 5/21/2009, 3:18 pm EST

Adam needs to be on his own. I think he is better on his own.

Erin | 5/21/2009, 3:21 pm EST

In my opinion both finalists are great, with two completely different styles of music. I don’t think it is neccessarily a matter of who is more talented, it is just the matter of which music style you like better. For me, I’m a John Mayer, Jason Mraz lover. The instrumentals and soulful voices appeal to me. Even though, this doesn’t mean that I can’t appreciate the talent of Adam, his range is amazing. I wish both artists the best of luck and think they will both be very successful in their own musical genre.

Anna | 5/21/2009, 3:34 pm EST

I think Kris was way better than Adam. I think Adam was to showy and the way he kept sticking his tongue out and always doing that high girly pitch while singing made me sick. Yes he is cute but in a girly way not like a man should look. Now Kris he has what it takes and it showed .He did win after all….WAY TO GO KRIS!

Luke | 5/21/2009, 3:41 pm EST

I think Kris and Adam were both deserving of the title. They are both so different it is hard to really say who is more talented. Kris is an amazing musician, he can play numerous instruments, has a fantistic voice (even though I will admit that Adam’s range is much larger), and great appeal. I’ve been reading a lot of articles, many saying Adam should have won because he is a more talented musician. I happen to disagree, can Adam play the guitar, piano, etc? Kris may not be quite as good of a vocalist, but he is as gifted of a musician as Adam. There is no way Adam can play or sing the same type of music Kris does and vice versa. I think this was an excellent finale (maybe the best in years) largely because the two contestants were polar opposites. They are both great at what they do and they both do different things. Of course Adam will get a record deal and Kris will probably benefit from the American Idol backing. Because of this, both of them will be successful. Congratulations to both guys!

Ms. State the Facts | 5/21/2009, 3:49 pm EST

FYI, Taylor Hick’s initial record after he won Idol went Platinum, even with NO RADIO airplay.

Anna S | 5/21/2009, 4:11 pm EST

It’s time to change the structure of AI. Either the American public should share the voting with the judges, or each phone number should only be able to vote once. Based on pure talent, Adam should have won by a landslide.

Martin | 5/21/2009, 4:50 pm EST

Both finalists were worthy of the title. Two different styles the US had to ponder. Rap and soft rock are in…heavy stuff is out..for now anyway. I thought Adam’s voice soared on Whole lotta love and We are the Champions. His kind of music.He would fit in well with Queen or Led Zeppelin. Only time will tell.

Shelly | 5/21/2009, 5:25 pm EST

Kris was clearly the more talented of the two finalists. I had the opportunity to see Kris in Little Rock just before the finale. He came out on stage with just a stool and a guitar and blew everyone away! Can you imagine how a performance of Adam would be if he had to leave the band on the bus?

SimonCowbell | 5/21/2009, 5:28 pm EST

I predict both will be sitting around watching TV with Ruben Studdard in a year. None of this years crop will do anything at all.

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 5:31 pm EST

Adam should of won,he was the better singer,i looked forward to watching him so Adam go do your cds i!ll buy the.good luck and hope you the best!deanna butler

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 5:32 pm EST

Adam should of won,he was the better singer,i looked forward to watching him so Adam go do your cds i!ll buy them so good luck with your music career!d.butler

d.butler 5/21/09 | 5/21/2009, 5:36 pm EST

Adam should of won,he was the better singer,very exciting to watch.i think he will make himself a star.so go forth and bring on the music!

d.butler 5/21/09 | 5/21/2009, 5:38 pm EST

Adam is the better singer-many thought that so go forth and make that awesome music!

raegirl | 5/21/2009, 5:52 pm EST

Does anyone in his or her right mind truly believe that the Fox Network would have let a sexually ambiguous Jew win the title of American Idol? Give me a break. Of course, Kris won–but, that doesn’t mean he was the best singer. Oh, and another thing, this was supposed to be a vocal competition, not a guitar playing and piano playing one. Kris should have had to sing without his crutches.

belle | 5/21/2009, 6:34 pm EST

To Shelly: I can imagine Adam Lambert with no back up at all. Listen to the auditions—he sang several songs with no music whatsoever, AND THEY WERE PERFECT. Please Adam, get that record out ASAP. Have your OWN concert–I will be there.

mezzoyogi | 5/21/2009, 6:47 pm EST

It’s true that Adam is a more talented singer, but his style of music and singing is not what I want to listen to as much as Kris’s.

Also, I think most of Danny’s fan’s probably switched over to Kris. Adam will go far with his talent, he’ll go farther if he learns to let himself be more vulnerable and less of a constant show-off. Amazing talent needs more connection to the audience. Less screaming.

I’ll look forward to hearing both of them in the future, but I’ll buy Kris’s album first.

JustAnOleLady | 5/21/2009, 6:52 pm EST

Kris is not bad and if there is an eve I want to mellow out with a John Sebastian or Richy Havens type of tune I truly would listen to him “that is if he can do what he does best and not be forced to be a teen pop artist” ..
But Adam has a quality an air about that is soo unique ..
Glam-Rock is a label the Media gave him, because there is no current label to describe him.
I am most excited to see what he will forge and create ..
Perhaps,a new word/description that will describe the future direction Rock will take on under Adam’s forefront leadership ..
He is relevant attracting fans from the Anime and Twilight crowds as well as old time Rockers of all genders/labels ..
I believe Adam will be the driving force that will unite a Multi-Generational fan base who are sick of being fed pablum ..
And, perhaps be cutting edge that can clear a new path that will keep real Rock alive and well ..
ADAM DO WHAT U DO BEST !!

.. Just someone who has lived long enough to see the writing on the wall ..

Kerry Klosch | 5/21/2009, 7:02 pm EST

Adam Lambert has what it takes to be a rock god, Kris Allen has what it takes to be a janitor, a pair of jeans and a tee shirt, you just have to give him a mop. Kris and his slimy Arkansas fans screwed Adam Lambert, Allison and Danny by stealing the vote with computer scams and Idol let him do it and could have rejected the improper votes. Kris had to know of these dastardly deeds. Adam Lambert is the American Idol and Arkansas and the cheaters can have the no talent Kris. Adam is our Idol!

Dany | 5/21/2009, 8:07 pm EST

Looking at the face of Simon. I can understand now is frustration. Adam was by far the best singer of all of those years. I freak out when the result got out. I am not a fan of American Idol, but for the first time, I did not miss any episodes of that show, because of him(Adam). They should change the ending of that show.

Adam please release that album we need that sound you are amazing buddy.

Good Luck

actuality | 5/21/2009, 8:15 pm EST

“Was he[Kris Allen] the best singer in the competition? No.” – Simon Cowell

Xavier | 5/21/2009, 8:17 pm EST

Adam is a spectacular singer, performer and personality. I can’t wait until he releases his music.

Sugarbaby | 5/21/2009, 8:22 pm EST

Congratulations to both finalists..Adam is surely a star, I like your music and your style..

Megan Martinez | 5/21/2009, 8:32 pm EST

I can not believe that that twisty faced little creep stole the title from Adam. My brother is a singer / songwriter/composer who toured the world with Menudo when he was 13 to 18. My grandmother use to sing with Sinatra in New Jersey. My 19 year old cousin may be the most gifted musician / composer of his generation.(piano, guitar, violin, base guitar,drums and any matter that can make sound.) His genius will soon be known to the world. I come from a musically gifted family who all have perfect pitch. It is insane to think that Kris has talent. We sing better in our bath tubs then Kris ever sang in his life. For him to used his fan base to steal Adams title is just evil. He must know his talent is limited so he decided to win by the manipulation of the vote with all of his Arkansas, cronies. Has this been fair to Adam, Danny, Allison and Matt. Hell no! I never want to see or hear him again. he makes me sick!

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 8:56 pm EST

Sorry for those that did not like to Chirs be the winner even Simon Cowell but Chris is a great artist original. Adam was way to much for this competition and to arrogant I love it that everyone sow this too.

Amanda | 5/21/2009, 9:22 pm EST

Adam you are amazing and you really should not have lost just because of some pics but i can gurentee you will get a great record deal and by the way you were awesome when u sang with kizz

pat maye | 5/21/2009, 9:26 pm EST

Adam was the best talent from the beginning of the show. I was disappointed for the final outcome, but I will be waiting on Adam to cds, and they will go to the top of the charts. The man is talented. The future is yours!!!

AI8 | 5/21/2009, 10:34 pm EST

Adam’s fans can just keep mourning…it is a true reality fact that the rocker who don’t even know how to play the guitar lost!

Anonymous | 5/21/2009, 10:45 pm EST

Maybe the season goes on too long. Everyone gets tired of hearing about the one who is expected to win. People after a while get to where they want to see an upset…for whoever is “the underdog” to win. It seems that every season now, there is one great vocal talent who loses at the end to the “dark horse” or “underdog”. I know people love that, but I always find myself disappointed with the final result.
It is supposed to be a search for the best singer. Kris seems like a nice enough guy, but even he admitted that it was a mistake. It will probably be an odd and uncomfortable tour for both of them.

queenrosered | 5/21/2009, 10:55 pm EST

Got our floor seat tickets for the AI show in hand! Bought them when we were SURE America HAD to get it right and vote Adam! HAD TO!! Now, though we are still looking forward to going…I cannot help but think “how ackward for Kris to have to try to outshine the Sun King himself…..wow, that’s going to interesting. I hope they don’t try to pull it off by giving LESS stage time to Adam…that would royally suck!! Adam is a force of nature and will NOT be stopped….no way! ROCK ON ADAM! (Glambert #2516) XD P.S.We live just outside San Diego and when Adam has his OWN concert there, we WILL be as close to stage as possible!!

Jembill | 5/21/2009, 11:09 pm EST

This turned out to be a popularity, not a musical talent contest. Of the final three the one with the lowest musical talent was declared the winner

Susan | 5/21/2009, 11:16 pm EST

gr8 job both of you, You both are stars in my book…

Getyourfactsright | 5/21/2009, 11:25 pm EST

FYI- Taylor Hicks’ split from his record label was a mutual deal…can’t you do anything else but slam him…get off his back already!!!!

Jenny | 5/22/2009, 12:19 am EST

I have nothing against Kris, seems like a nice guy but anyone who says he was a better singer then Adam has totally lost it. Kris’s voice was not even as good as Danny’s or Allison’s. I wanted a Danny/Adam final..two talented singers. Kris is okay and might find some mainstream success but I think Adam will do better. Just look at Chris Daughtry and Jennifer Hudson.

Anonymous | 5/22/2009, 12:24 am EST

Sore losers always ruin the fun.

If the voted off contestants get bigger and better future in the past, why are the Adam voters so angry?

Congrats Kris!
Best Luck Adam!

Cynthia | 5/22/2009, 12:54 am EST

I think its almost criminal.. that Chris won.. he was out of his league in the presence of Adam.. if it its true about the state of arkansas.. geeshhh.. i wonder how Kris really feels.. deep down inside he knows he wasn’t the WINNER… its almost embarrassing… everyone will be talking about Adam for years to come.. and they’ll be saying Kris who???

South African | 5/22/2009, 1:31 am EST

Our country is in shock – Adam is amazing – I just hope we get to hear his music here.

ramblin rose | 5/22/2009, 1:48 am EST

Adam and his unique interpretations of each performance made watching American Idol this year absolutely the most exciting the show has ever been….and I am a big AI fan from day 1. Three generations watched, voted and have been (and still are) big Adam Lambert fans. My 88 year old mother picked him right from the first and every week looked forward to watching him and voting! Multiple times!!! He brings joy to listen and watch him perform. We have checked out youtube and heard him sing Brigadoon, Wicked, My Prayer….all types of music he soars and I cannot wait to buy her Adam’s first CD for her 89th birthday. Go Adam…we love you!!!!

Jessie Quest | 5/22/2009, 2:07 am EST

I’m not from the USA, but hey, we watch AI on cable, buy CDs too, and my family were big fans of Adam! We were SO disappointed he didn’t win. Can’t wait for his first CD and hope he comes to our corner of the world for a concert. Talk about a worldwide star, that’s our ADAM.

Idol Fan | 5/22/2009, 2:29 am EST

I do not understand why everyone is having such a hard time with Adam not being the winner. Granted he is a great performer. However, after several episodes of idol, his screeching became annoying and too predictable. I just wanted to enjoy a talented performance without all the special effects and screehing but he couldn’t seem to deliver without it. Kris remained true to himself and what you saw and heard is what you got. Kris will do fine in a recording studio and Adam will do fine on stage putting on a show!

ADAMFAN | 5/22/2009, 2:30 am EST

He should be in more talk shows!!!!!!!!!!

HANZIUR | 5/22/2009, 5:37 am EST

ADAM!!! ADAM!!! ADAM!!!

Kkk | 5/22/2009, 7:45 am EST

omg I am so gutted!!! If you really think about it, ADAM, ALLISON, DANNY N MATT are all better than Kris!!! What an upset, almost as bad as when Chris Daughtry left. He doesn’t deserve it!! And yeah, when they announced the winner n people were cheering, Simon was just sitting there, obviously thinking, WHAT- THE HELL?!

Karen from South Africa | 5/22/2009, 8:23 am EST

We were so disappointed when Adam did not win. Although he was very different from Chris, he had the better vocals and far better stage presence – after all isnt Idols a Vocal Contest?? You go Adam – can’t wait for your CD.

Merle | 5/22/2009, 9:31 am EST

After the shock of Adam losing, I had to put things into perspective. American Idol has always been a popularity contest even though everybody says it’s about who is the best performer/singer, and we know that’s not true. My 8 year old granddaughter who has a good ear for music liked both Kris and Adam, although Adam confused her at times. I think she was glad Kris won but she talks more about Adam. (I am so glad I bought all Adam’s recordings and videos from ITunes) I watch American Idol because my granddaughters watch it and it’s fun to talk to them about it, but this year was sensational with Adam each week. Like everybody else, I couldn’t wait to see and hear what he was going to next. He did not disappoint! The best entertainment in years on television and yet I knew toward the end, even though I voted like crazy, that Kris just might win, because it is after all a popularity contest. And to give Kris credit, he was very appealing. Another thing I noticed is that a lot of Adam’s fans did not take the time to vote assuming he would win. Adam and Kris will both be fine. But I think Adam will be the next MegaStar in music. I can’t wait!

Kate | 5/22/2009, 10:29 am EST

I have to admit that I am completely sick and tired of hearing how “over the top” Adam was, and how he dressed to outrageously. Is over half of this country living in a hole. That is what Entertainment IS folks. You heartland folks that filled churches and grange halls to vote thousands of time voraciously for Kris Allen. Young Mr. Allen is cute and not a bad musician, however, there is huge difference between an real entertainer and Kris Allen. I can walk downtown any Friday Night and see a Kris Allen playing in a local bar. As a matter of fact, I am a Kris Allen myself. I am a musician and truly appreicate God given talent when it explodes in front of my face. I am finished watching American Idol. I love competitions but I have been sickened to death of America’s choices of southern milktoast goody2shoes, while the real talent gets booted because their wardrobe was too shocking and our Lord forbid that they actually arrange a song in a creative manner. Top 40 is evidently all most people can handle. So the Katy Perry’s and the Jayzee can sing off key and make noise and you will buy there CD’s and download their obnoxious brand of nonmusic. There I feel better now.

Annie | 5/22/2009, 10:32 am EST

Adam is now a World’s Idol according to all the international blogs I see out there. What bothered me most is the media touting Kris Allen as the “underdog” where really it was Adam and I think Simon realized this. Adam had huge obstacles to overcome the whole season, from homophobia to the hyping from the judges and he powered through to the finals just on sheer, blazing talent, a degree of class in his demeanor and a maturity in handling the media that impressed me no end. I really think Simon and AI did not know how to handle a massive talent like Adam’s on this show. He was so far above the other contestants and had never dealt with someone so poised for International Mega stardom and they made mistakes. However, Adam certainly isn’t looking back and neither should we his fans. What we can do is support him and the best way is to download his ITunes and purchase his music, attend his concerts. We need to put our money where our mouths are and show the world we are not that dumb. I know I have and I listen to and watch this wonderful talent all the time. I think Kris is a great guy and singer but this was the Adam Lambert season and everyone knows it.

Pam from Dallas | 5/22/2009, 10:35 am EST

I had picked Adam and Allison from the beginning. I was disappointed that Adam did not win but he will do very well regardless. Chris seemed as stunned as everyone else that he won the title. I wish him every success, he seems like a very down to earth young man and deserves every chance to succeed in the music business.

Carol Holland South Africa | 5/22/2009, 10:51 am EST

We only watched AI this year to listen to Adam who BLEW US AWAY with his exceptional talent! So much so, that we woke up at 2am to watch him win the final – HUGE disappointment. Mad World & Whole Lotta Love are two of the greatest songs ever sung and he made them great for us again! Adam, you were the clear winner for us in South Africa and Kris (sweet as he is) will be forgotten within a month. Can’t wait to buy Adam’s CD’s and watch him perform live one day – GO ADAM!!

Ric | 5/22/2009, 11:28 am EST

The reason why most of them simply disapear is because they become bottled products for big labels and totaly forget who they wanted to be. None of them brought something new to the music industry.

That’s why I think Ad

Ric | 5/22/2009, 11:33 am EST

That’s why I think Adam is the best AI ever, even though he didn’t win. He’s creative, his presence is amazing and he can sing. He knows who he wants to be, and that’s what makes a real artist.

I honestly think Adam will be huge in Europe, Australia, South America (where I live).

Pink, for exemple, is an amazing american artist, and she was always underrated in the US. Now she’s getting the credit she deserves, after 5 albuns and a huge carrier outside America.

Mrs. Lambert | 5/22/2009, 11:40 am EST

You know when we download Adam’s songs from Itunes, the money is going to AI not to him. Because, AI owns it yet, so Adam has no share.

I just want to add that in case you do not know.

Anyhow, Adam will be iconic. I think the competition was based on sexuality and religion, so Kris won.

dlt | 5/22/2009, 11:41 am EST

Adam played guitar
Jammin good w/ Clay, Sanjaya,
And the idols from here

Ruth | 5/22/2009, 1:58 pm EST

I’m from India and I waited every week to see/hear Adam Lambert. Having followed every season closely, I can say Adam is head and shoulders above all the previous contestants. He is one amazine artist and I was, and still am, miserable that Kris won. It’s just grossly unfair. Adam, if you read this, you are loved across the world – even India! Come here, do a concert tour! I can’t wait for your album to come out. I think you’re one classy guy – handsome, poised, gracious, with great presence and complete star quality. You are the brightest star in the AI galaxy and it’s a pity people couldn’t see that. But your fans will remain loyal and follow your progress through the years. YOU ARE THE CHAMPION!!

Adam's #1 fan | 5/22/2009, 2:57 pm EST

Adam blew the stage away and deserved to win AI and him joining Queen is probably better then winning AI anyway. But the point is that he will go further then Kris and everyone will eventually know the name ADAM LAMBERT!!!
Good luck adam!

hamdi | 5/22/2009, 3:28 pm EST

Adam he will be impeciple guy, and also he,s song is better than kris .Icant believe kris won and i thought thats wrong choose

hamdi | 5/22/2009, 3:28 pm EST

Adam he will be impeciple guy, and also he,s song is better than kris .Icant believe kris won and i thought thats wrong choose

Dinorah | 5/22/2009, 4:23 pm EST

The only good news after all this Idol disappointment is that Adam won’t take the No boundaries´s crap. It´s all yours Kris!!!. Karla´s masterpiece of garbage will be fine in Kris´s nice voice. We´ll be hearing it in Markets, restaurants and elevators.Good for everyone!!

LOL | 5/22/2009, 4:56 pm EST

The millions lost Wednesday night by people betting on Adam Lambert will no doubt slow the recovery of the economy.

Adam Lambert fan in arkansas | 5/22/2009, 8:07 pm EST

I love Adam and agree he was the most talented AI has ever heard or seen and should have won hands down. And I have never missed an episode.

You would not believe the the things done here in AR. to secure Kris win. Even the local AT@T cell phone stores handed out phones to lines of people and instructed them how to place hundreds of text msg. in minutes. It is a shame and I personally think it makes AI look bad when someone no more talented than Kris wins. Something should be done about the voting procedure.

Either way Kris will be forgotten and Adam will be a star!! Go ADAM!

Laura G | 5/22/2009, 11:49 pm EST

ADAM LAMBERT…THE REAL AMERICAN IDOL.
Kris has the ugliest mouth when he sings. He twists it up and makes faces and looks rediculous. I couldn’t stand watching him sing.
Adam will have many platinums and Kris will have nothing.. he will be just like Studdard and Hicks and he will just die away in the dust.

Laura G | 5/22/2009, 11:49 pm EST

ADAM LAMBERT…THE REAL AMERICAN IDOL.
Kris has the ugliest mouth when he sings. He twists it up and makes faces and looks rediculous. I couldn’t stand watching him sing.
Adam will have many platinums and Kris will have nothing.. he will be just like Studdard and Hicks and he will just die away in the dust.

Jo Moore UK | 5/23/2009, 6:09 pm EST

As a huge Adam fan I don’t like it when fellow fans are vicious about Kris. He seems a genuinely nice guy and whatever went on with the voting I don’t think it was instigated by him. Also I guess maybe Adam isn’t everyone’s cup of tea (to use a British phrase) However, there are one or comments on here that say Kris is more talented or out-performed Adam. WHAT! WERE YOU WATCHING THE SAME PROGRAMME? Insane! And give it a rest about the tongue. It’s a technique he uses to get the best sound on those incredible high notes. Try it in the shower. It adds depth and richness to the note. It is also incredibly difficult. If there is any justice Adam will be a huge, world wide star!

bevydev | 5/23/2009, 9:10 pm EST

Adam is NO American idol. Having a good voice doesn’t make him one.

Angela - NZ | 5/24/2009, 12:45 am EST

All the way down here in New Zealand we were barracking for Adam. He’s got the look, he’s got he personality and he’ll go far! Go Adam!

Adam No. 1 | 5/24/2009, 11:01 am EST

Girl from Singapore loves and supports Adam. U are the winner in my eyes and there’s only one idol in my heart – Adam Lambert!
Agree with some others, Kris is everywhere, so common, average voice, boring personality. Adam is one in a million zillion!!! WOO HOO! Adam! Adam! Adam!

Lorraine (Chatbrat11) | 5/24/2009, 1:37 pm EST

I say let the charts will tell the story – Adam Lambert is the real winner.

Shelly | 5/24/2009, 9:32 pm EST

Adam is ok if you like his style – I for one do not. He will fare as well as the media will make him appear to the world. If they quit writing anything about him or if they throw a negative slant on him, he too will disappear into obscurity. If they choose to paste him on every channel and magazine and interview and build him up in everything he does, he will fare quite well.

Karyn | 5/24/2009, 10:37 pm EST

The voting is whacked. 96 million votes came in last year and 100 million votes came in this year. Their system can obviously only handle 100 million votes even if 10 times that many were attempted. I am not saying Adam would have won if they had more capability, but the accuracy of the vote is certainly questionable.

Karyn | 5/24/2009, 10:43 pm EST

Its whacked. Many people tried for hours to get through but couldn’t for either contestant.

Anyway, i am sure they will both do well but seriously, they need to change the voting process.

Linda | 5/25/2009, 2:32 am EST

This was my first season watching American Idol. I was hooked on Adam from the beginning and his allure just grew and grew until I felt like I was head over heels for the guy! I think if the voting was handled differently – with votes being limited per household – Adam would have won hands down. But this show appears to be demographically geared towards teenage girls, who may have preferred Kris to Adam.

What I’ve seen is that Adam has worldwide appeal – and appeals to all ages, both genders, straights and gays – just a huge variety of people.

If American idol doesn’t want to embarrass themselves in the future, they need to (1) change the voting system; and (2) have the judges speak their mind about their opinions, but not tell the future in a disrespectful way (say you hope he wins, not that he WILL win, for example). I think the voting system as it is set up, coupled with the judges’ prophetic pronouncements (as if they were the sole determinants of the outcome) set the system up for Kris to win.

That said, I am thrilled that people voted enough to keep Adam on the show until the end. His performance with Queen is my all-time favorite, now topping the Beatles on Ed Sullivan in 1964. I look forward to great things from Mr. Lambert and can’t wait to see what he’ll do next.

Kris with a K | 5/25/2009, 9:34 am EST

Kris was consist,nobody knew Adam until the rock week. He can only sing rock nothing else.Alround Kris was always in the running.In fact if it wasn’t for rock week,Danny Gokey would have won.Hola

lesley | 5/25/2009, 2:03 pm EST

South Africa was in shock. Our radio stations are innundated with requests to play Adam. No, he is not America’s Idol, he is the world’s Idol

suyu | 5/26/2009, 4:55 pm EST

this is for kris with a k, are you stupid or what?? you are kidding man, everybody knew Adam Lambert SINCE DAY ONE, no body knew it Kris the stupid boy since he preform aint’ no sunshine, before nobody notice him thats why they called him dark horse, underdog idiot!!!!

Jenny | 5/26/2009, 5:02 pm EST

I love all of this outpouring of love from around the world for Adam. Everyone wants a piece of him. I think he is going to do just fine!

Jenny | 5/26/2009, 5:28 pm EST

To paraphrase Time Magazine they said Idol, in the past has found nice singers who sings nice songs, but with Lambert Idol has found its first star.

Can you imagine how boring this year would have been without him? Snoozeville.

Per Rolling Stone, we have found a Glam Rock Sex God. And by the way, he can do other things besides rock. Mad World, Beth anyone???? They guy has an amazing voice, charisma and he’s gorgeous. Aint nothing wrong with that.

JUSTICE | 5/26/2009, 10:32 pm EST

According to almost every blog and every poll ADAM should have won.Power texting and computer dialing from a very well organized group in Arkansas casted almost 4O% of the total votes. Kris first words whe he won were ADAM deserves this… yes KRIS you knew what those cheaters were doing.SHAME SHAME

NO TO KRIS | 5/26/2009, 10:41 pm EST

DARK HORSE:You are ok singer like a friend I would invite to a BBQ to sing.It was embarassing to see you next to Queen and Adam and then win AI.

WhatThe | 5/27/2009, 1:40 pm EST

I don’t get it why people likes Adam. Every time I hear him, it’s like I’m hearing tires screeching and it hurts my ears. Now if Kris won’t succeed in the vocal arena, he would definitely make a good impact on music arrangement–a talent he showed during AI8 days.

Scott | 5/27/2009, 1:45 pm EST

Adam is by far the best of the best. Classic Rock Genius. I can’t wait to buy his album. Middle america has no clue and proved themselves after this season of AI.

Anonymous | 5/27/2009, 11:38 pm EST

I’m 60 and rock like the best of them, but I’ll tell you it’s been a long time since someone of Adam’s caliber has hit the Tube. There is an aura about him that puts him in the class of Elvis and M J. He’ll be a Mega star and leave everyone scratching their heads. I was actually counting the days till Tues. nites to see what he came up with next. This has been the best entertainment in years and don’t think it got by AI. They know they have a cash cow in Adam. I hope he separates himself from their trap as soon as he can.

Grimlock | 5/28/2009, 10:09 am EST

ADAM LAMBERT IS A ROCK GOD.

he is much better than Kris Allen. The votes were rigged so alle won AI.

this is the most dis appointing AI season cuz adam was the winner from the beginning only to be trounced at the finale due to switching/rigging of votes. a clear case of MASS CHEATING.

Lambert Fan | 5/28/2009, 10:23 am EST

Adam you are the best I have seen in years. We love you in South Africa. Cant wait for your CD and please one day when you tour come make a turn in South Africa.

AdamWillSoar | 5/28/2009, 11:09 am EST

I totally agree with Kerry Klosch. Kris doesn’t have what it takes to be a star. He’s so average. We LOVE YOU ADAM. And more importantly so does the world. Can’t wait to preorder your album before its snached off the shelves!!!

Alx | 5/29/2009, 1:15 am EST

Adam has the whole IT factor thing going on in a way that I hadn’t witnessed in a talent show before. He is the definition of intense out-of-this-earth talent.

Janet Flynn | 5/29/2009, 10:19 am EST

I’m having Adam Lambert withdrawal, I couldn’t wait for tuesday nights to hear what he was going to sing next. I’m pushing 60 and I’ve never been so excited over any singer in my life. I watched him on Regis and the today show which I don’t normally watch daytime shows. An iconic super star is born. He has style, grace, maturity,charisma,class and intelligence. I’m now constantly checking the T.V. listings just for any glimpse on him. I can’t wait for his C.D. to be released. Adam is going to be the biggest idol ever.

Merle | 5/29/2009, 8:22 pm EST

Crazy about Adam Lambert!!!!
Thanks for a the most wonderful performances on TV in many many years.

raegirl | 5/30/2009, 8:38 pm EST

Adam was cheated by those God-fearing Christians from Arkansas with a little bit of help from their friends at ATT.

Susan | 6/17/2009, 11:57 am EST

What The and Kris with a K are two jerks. They do not know what they are talking about. Go back to sleep. Adam is and will always be the best. I am no longer going to watch Idol. The votes were rigged. Not fare the way they did it. Adam was cheated out of the win and everyone knows it including Kris. I do wish Kris the very best, he is really a nice guy. Adam on the other hand is a nice guy, handsome, talented, looks great all the time and is intelligent. Just listen to him on the talk shows and various interviews. He speaks like an intelligent person and kees up conversations with all the interviewers. Good Luck to both you guys. Adam we all love you.

Alexandra | 7/6/2009, 3:43 pm EST

Hi! The only thing I’m gonna say: Adam Lambert IS worldwide star right now. I’m from Ukraine. I’ve never heard about people like Fantasia Barrino and Ruben Studdard. But I’m a huge fan of Adam since Top 13 of season 8. I started to watch this show by internet
because of one and only person whose name is Adam Lambert. And I know many people from Ukraine, Russia and other “far from USA” countries who became Adam’s fans though they’re not interesting in American Idol at all. Kris Allen? Oh yeah, very good guy, but he’s familiar to me only because he won the crown. And even I know, why.

dontae | 7/9/2009, 1:33 am EST

IDK WAT HAPPENED BUT WAT ADAM DID WAZ AMAZING HE MADE THE BEST INTERPERTATIONS AND I FEEL DANNY SHOULD HAVE MADE IT TO THE FINALS INSTEAD OF KRIS BECAUSE VOCALLY HE WAS BETTER AND HE WAS A BETTER ARTIST ADAM WAS A STAR EVERYBODY TALKED ABOUT HIM TO ME KRIS ONLY HAD 2 GOOD SONGS “AINT NO SUNSHINE” AND “HEARTLESS”. I FEEL HE SHOULD HAVE REALLY BEEN VOTED OFF

judy0fok | 7/19/2009, 3:03 pm EST

Adamis fantastic he can rock with the best way to go.

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