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It's corny, it's predictable, it's often ear-piercing, but many of us can't get enough of it. Yup, it's "American Idol." Season 8 of America's most-watched TV show is under way. Check this space for news, video clips and take-no-prisoners critiques. And your commentary is vital too!
February 15, 2009 9:15 AM
"American Idol" Top 36: Get to know Del Toro, Desai and Fowler
Posted by Bob Payne
This is the fourth in a series of mini-profiles of "American Idol" Top 36 contestants.
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Tatiana Nicole Del Toro
Age: 24 | Hometown: San Juan, Puerto Rico | Job: Model, singer
Has she been kept around this long because people can't help but slow down to look at accidents? Will she be Vote for the Worst's poster child? The sometimes-groveling and oft-times annoying Tatiana covers all the bases, saying in her introduction video that her favorite music is Latin, rock, R&B, flamenco and fusion."
Official introduction video | Youtube clips
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Anoop Desai
Age: 21| Hometown: Chapel Hill, N.C. | Job: Student
Anoop is a graduate student at North Carolina, where he's the centerpiece of the Clef Hangers, an a cappella group. He loves R&B, and says he has been singing since elementary school. Randy called him "Noop Dawg" at his first audition, and it has stuck. He's one of the most popular contenders as we enter the round of 36.
Official introduction video | Youtube clips | Fan site
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Stephen Fowler
Age: 26 | Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio | Job: Piano teacher
Stephen forgot the words twice while singing and performing "Time of My Life" on the piano during the Hollywood round, finally giving up and walking off the stage. Although his earlier performances never made it to TV, the judges were said to have raved about them. He's married, and says his favorite types of music are gospel and soul.
Official introduction video | Youtube clips
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