American Idol 2006--Live Thread (Part II)

FOX ^ | 3-25-06

[over3Owithabrain]

However, Simon’s comments could very well backfire against Chris Daughtry and Taylor Hicks. Elliott Yamin fans will likely be upset that Simon appears to have pretty much ruled Elliott out as having any real chance at winning the competition. Katharine McPhee fans will also likely feel inspired to vote repeatedly to insure her continued survival in the competition.

Exactly why Simon said what he did. Cowell may be rude, manipulative and conniving, but he ain't dumb.

[MarMema]

He did it to keep Kat in the running?

[Netizen]

Simon Cowell seems to be finally warming up to the singer that he once compared to a drunk dad at a wedding.

Once? LOL Try nearly every chance he gets!

[TonyWpi]

Simon Says it Will Be Chris and Taylor in 'American Idol' Final....
"He also had Kellie in the final 3 several weeks back, so take it for what it is worth."

Kellie had TWO bad weeks in a row. I think if she hadn't blown "Unchained Melody" she would still be in the running.

Simon's track record is pretty good on this stuff.

The real "underdog" in this "final 4" is Elliott. I'll be voting for him because it would be a good upset to send him to the finals. It's a longshot, but longshots pay better.

[MarMema]

I'll be voting for him because it would be a good upset to send him to the finals.

Yay!!