So far, Carrie has hands-down been the smartest AI winner in terms of career choices. I applaud her for that.
I still love Kelly, and am hoping Narvel Blackstock, her new manager (and Reba's husband), takes her in hand and mentors her. (Actually, I'm hoping Kelly listens to him.) The Reba-Kelly tour was a smashing success, and My December has been able to scratch out a platinum certification. So her career is still solid. MD can be chalked up to young artist growing pains if she does't repeat the same mistakes.
Wow. This guy is good.
And Kelly and Reba's duet of "Because of You" was nominated for an Academy of Country Music Award today :)