Posted by  mimi lindstrom, west milfor nj on 07/02  at  04:18 PM

I think chris should have won the american idol he just blew me away from the beginning the songs and artist he had to pick songs from was somewhat impossible , why don’t they have woman artist to have to sing there songs or a varity of differnt music he was rock and roll some were country, some were classic like taylor ,but chris was who i couldn twait to hear and katherine , chris to me is the american idol .  good luck chris you will do great, and cant wait for your album.

Posted by  Rick Smith, St Pete on 05/19  at  03:32 PM

My theory on Chris is that he got to cocky and people just didn’t like him after a) he came out in sunglasses b) he felt the desire to share with the world what kind of underwear he wears. I was a Chris fan from the beginning but changed that 4 shows into it because HE felt he was untouchable. I think he will go far in a Greendayesk market. But he will be no superstar. One thing with this show is you need to stay humble or people don’t like you.

Posted by  EMILY PEREZ, TAMPA,FLORIDA on 05/18  at  04:45 PM

I THINK THE WHOLE THING SHOW IS RIGGED NOW.THE TWO GUYS LEFT HAVE SUNG MUCH BETTER THAN THENGIRL THAT IS ONE OF THE FINALS. I THINK THAT ER ATTRACTIVNESS IS WHAT IS GETTING HER TO BE THE FINAL WINNER,PLUS HER FLIRTY LOOKS SHE GIVES TO THE AUDIENCES.

Posted by  Mari Ramm, Port Richey,Fl on 05/13  at  03:54 PM

I’m am so over this show. I think it’s fixed. i can’t believe that Chris got voted OFF!

They need to limit votes like they do on “Dancing with the Stars”. I have friends that didn’t even get through to make one call. Now that really STINKS!!

Chris will go on tp make an album and I can’t wait till it comes out. He will succeed

Posted by  Joanne Pittelkow, Spring Hill, Fl on 05/12  at  09:35 AM

I question the voting system on these types of shows.  How can millions of people get their votes through in 2 hours with accuracy?  Why not give it 24 hrs. and space the shows accordingly? I think the audience reflects the public opinion, and they were in shock

Posted by  Vivian Fiallo, Wesley Chapel on 05/12  at  05:19 AM

I am still in shock that Chris was voted off American Idol. Are you kidding me? He is the best they have ever had. Not even sure I care to see how the season ends. What a joke! So agree with your comments—three karoake singers are left! They need to find a way to bring him back!

Posted by  louis quiles, tampa on 05/11  at  07:53 PM

All we needed was for Chris to win so we could just add another pearl jam/creed/ nickelback sounding singer to the ever rotting music scene.  Luckly we were spared. Even on his best day he couldn’t match Taylor’s kinetic energy nor Katherine’s graceful beauty and voice.

Posted by  sandra h powers, avon park, fl on 05/11  at  06:25 PM

i think now that it is all a set up - there is no way that he could have possibly been voted off.  i believe that it was intentional, probably due to having him not committed to idol and available to the band.  there is no comparison in talent of the three guys and “the pretty girl with clevage”.  i believe that the show will lose lots of viewers, justifibly so.

Posted by  Jeff Mathis, Lakeland,Fl on 05/11  at  06:14 PM

I will not watch another minute of the season. What a joke that the best of all, the most marketable of any of the remaining candidates.
Taylor should be on the Love Boat…
Elliot just does not have the looks
Kat will be very successful…
I am sorry Taylor is like a gimmic, any one justify that some major label is going to sign him, NOOOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by  Pat Love, Greater Tampa Bay Area on 05/11  at  05:58 PM

Who the heck didn’t vote ? ? ?  I admit that I, also, thought Chris was a natural talent and that would take him through to be the newest American Idol. I did vote, at least 10 times each time. Chris’ stage presence and vocal range is outstanding…..not every song was perfect; but let’s remember these are not professional entertainers.  I know when Chris is finished with his commitments to American Idol, there will be more than one record producer waiting with contracts for him.  By the way, Reuben Studdard, an American Idol winner….what is he doing now?

Thanks for wearing your wedding band, Chris..it shows the kind of person you really are!  You are who you are and you never waivered from your roots.

Posted by  Patricia Hall, Sarasota on 05/11  at  05:52 PM

I am amazed at some of the comments on this page.  Indeed this was a surprise - but Catherine not excelling in “Elvis” doesn’t make her “suck” - I think it was unfair to expect a woman to compete at singing “Elvis.”  She sings beautifully and engages the audience with her beautiful smile.  Taylor is tons of fun to watch.  Chris does a great job.  They all sing different styles.  If you prefer rock music, that doesn’t mean that the others suck.  And how can someone be ANGRY at Catherine for not being voted off.  Some of these comments sound so ignorant I can’t believe it!  and…...why would this indicate that it is fixed?  In whose behalf?  Chris’ fan base just didn’t work hard enough this week.

Posted by  Frank J. Edwards, Sr., Tampa on 05/11  at  05:30 PM

Catherine should be voted off - anybody watches the rest of this fixed Idol is an AMERICAN IDIOT - this is rigged for the chic to win…she forgets her LYRICS and stays on…NOT!!!

Posted by  Kathy Mitcheson, St. Petersburg, FL on 05/11  at  05:07 PM

I was totally shocked that Chris was voted off.  I like the 3 remaining contestants, but noone has the star power that Chris has.  I wonder how well, the “new” American Idol will fare out there in the real world.  There has to be some mistake.  I personally voted last night 23 times.  I can’t believe Katharine wasn’t the one to leave.  She has a beautiful voice, but it seems every week, she messes up.  That isn’t professional of her.  I think last night was my last night to ever watch IDOL.

Posted by  Patricia Hall, Sarasota on 05/11  at  04:54 PM

I am amazed at some of the comments on this page.  Indeed this was a surprise - but Catherine not excelling in “Elvis” doesn’t make her “suck” - I think it was unfair to expect a woman to compete at singing “Elvis.”  She sings beautifully and engages the audience with her beautiful smile.  Taylor is tons of fun to watch.  Chris does a great job.  They all sing different styles.  If you prefer rock music, that doesn’t mean that the others suck.  And how can someone be ANGRY at Catherine for not being voted off.  Some of these comments sound so ignorant I can’t believe it!  and…...why would this indicate that it is fixed?  In whose behalf?  Chris’ fan base just didn’t work hard enough this week.

Posted by  Mark Edward, Floral City on 05/11  at  04:48 PM

To have a winner, you must have a loser.  Good Luck Chris.  You’re truly a great artist.  You’ll survive without Idol as the rest will too!

Posted by  Linda Gordon, Brandon, FL on 05/11  at  04:46 PM

What a huge disappointment!  This is the first season that I watched this show and after Wednesdays results I am not sure that I will continue.  I thought from the beginning when Lisa was voted off before “chicken Little” that this had to be rigged.  Not that he was that bad, but she was certainly better.  I agree with some of the other post in that Taylor isn’t really someone that you would want to hear on the radio all the time, and Elliott seems more like Broadway.  (Both good in their own way but just not radio musicians).  I think Chris was the perfect fit for the title.  “America votes” well I would like to know why the results are never posted and who actually keeps count of these votes?

Posted by  Lois Brown,  on 05/11  at  04:37 PM

Chris will be fine, he will have a career now, even without the win. He has a great talent and he is very likeable. Elliot “needs” the win or the semi-finalist position, I think America realizes that and are voting to that end. Catherine likewise will do well after the show, I just hope America doesn’t need to see Taylor go-

Posted by  Gina Driggers, Lakeland, FL on 05/11  at  04:24 PM

I believe that there should be a national boycott of Idol on Tuesday. Let the ratings fall, I could care less who wins now, let’s face it the most talented vocal and best choice was Chris and now he is gone.  The poll on AOL showed 68% thought Kathrine should go and only 4% thought Chris should go.
The boycott is just to show America that Chris really was the best choice.  I also wish him the best.  It also kinda makes you really hope Katherine goes home soon.  Where does that leave you, Elliott and Taylor?  Pleease!

Posted by  Lynne James, Seminole Florida on 05/11  at  04:22 PM

I think that people voted for Katherine to take the votes away from Chris in order to take him out of the running against Taylor in order for Taylor to win. Someone figured out how to get rid of Taylors only competition.

Posted by  Joseph Castaldo, Riverview on 05/11  at  04:14 PM

If you didnt call in and vote, stop complaining.  Regardless of how well a perfomer is, its based on number of calls.  The way I see it, too many people AUTOMATICALLY assumed he would be the last man standing, that they didnt bother to call in and vote and the results are in…...Good-Bye, Chris.

Posted by  J. Roberto, Tampa on 05/11  at  04:03 PM

I could have cared less abot AI, but I got caught up in the hype because my kids were watching it.  I have to say, Chris got ripped off and it was ovbious that the girl was going to stay on.  No offenese to her, but she’s been the worst of the bunch for about 4-5 weeks.

Posted by  Tina Eden, Dunedin, Florida on 05/11  at  04:02 PM

Unfortuneatly, this show is about fan base not talent. It was obvious that Chris was the better choice to stay. If it had been based on talent the outcome would of been different. Anyway best of luck to you Chris. Go Elliott.Your the best pick as far as I’m concerned.I’ll be voteing like crazy for you at my house. A Loyal fan in Dunedin

Posted by  Jennifer Bricker, Lakeland, Fl on 05/11  at  03:53 PM

Wow! I cant belive the only REAL person with talent was booted of the show.  IT’s a Real shame!  Hopefully he will get a record deal anyways.

Posted by  Dennis Young, Dover on 05/11  at  03:36 PM

American Idol will be the biggest loser.  Chris was the most talented by far and his removal will cause ratings to drop.  The 3 left are amateurs.  Elliott belongs on Broadway and Taylor on a cruise ship.  Katherine is pretty and could develop, but none had Chris’ talent and charisma.

Posted by  sally mackenzie, MEOW BITES , fl on 05/11  at  03:32 PM

i thought that this was a COMPLETE and TOTAL mistake. chris is BYFAR the best . elliot makes to many weird noises, taylor is a complete SPAS and i just don’t think kat will be able to live up to the expectations of the american idol. chris would have been more successful than all of them combined. this is jsut my opinion, obviously but i do not agree with america, we are quite stupid, indeed!