I can't believe you're that naive. THIS IS AMERICAN IDOL..not a radio competition. I didn't say Mandisa was TOO fat..I said she'd be a knockout if she lost weight because she's so beautiful. I said Hicks is TOO old looking to be an American Idol. Here's what you're not thinking about...after the competition, the top 6 go on tour...who goes to these shows? 10-16 year old GIRLS...GIRLS...Hicks is getting the older people vote right now, but when the field thins, he'll be weeded out. He will have a good career, just not the American Idol career. And he's probably lucky if that happens.
Now, as far as me being superficial? Why are you being so sensitive? hmm? If you don't think looks matter in entertainment, then you're pretty out of touch.
Tell that to Tom Pety, Bob Dylan, Janice Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Michael Stipe, Duane Allman, Jerry Garcia, Rick Okasek, Edwin McCain, Lyle Lovett, Geddy Lee, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera.
Problem is, the people voting are completely superficial and only care about looks. Artistic ability comes way behind. I'll offer up Britney Spears and Pussycat Dolls as exhibits A and B. Thing you need to realize is that those types are flashes in the pan. Good for them in proving P.T. Barnum right. Those that are true artists endure. See the above list if you need some reference points.