American Idol News: Ruben to Marry, Cowell’s Creepy Gift, and David C. is Hot!

Velvet Teddy Bear Ruben Studdard made many a woman swoon on his way to winning the second season of “American Idol” with his smooth voice. But, he may be turning into a one woman man soon. Studdard and fiancé Surata Zuri McCants showed up at the Shelby County Probate Office in Birmingham yesterday and received a marriage license, which is good for 30 days. An eyewitness said the pair looked “really happy.” So far, there has been no word on when the couple plans to marry. Always controversial, Simon Cowell spiced up Randy Jackson’s 52nd birthday with a special gift … Continue reading

Music News: An “Idol” Connection and a Sir Gets a Degree

David Cook Dines with Kimberly Caldwell David Cook not only won this season’s “American Idol,” he may have just won over the heart of a certain Idol alum. David revealed today on “Live with Regis and Kelly” that he had dinner former Idol contestant Kimberly Caldwell. The 25-year-old Cook met the 26-year-old Caldwell (who finished in seventh place on season 2 of “American Idol”) through the show. When asked how the date went, Cook replied that he had a good time and said, “we’ll probably hang out again. So we’ll see.” Since her stint on Idol, Caldwell has started acting … Continue reading

American Idol News: The Final Two and Taylor Hits Broadway

If you watched “American Idol” this week, you know that next week’s season 7 winner will be named David. It just remains to be seen if his last name will be Cook or Archuleta. The two Davids squeezed out the last remaining female contestant, Syesha Mercado, this week. The musical styles of the two Davids are quite different. Although Archuleta is only 17 years old, to me, he has a sort of 70s easy listening feel to his music. On the other hand, Cook is pure rocker, through and through. Regardless of which one wins, I am sure we will … Continue reading