I grew up in church, and I have a wonderful family that always supported that.

Everybody knows what's going on. Even if they don't watch it they know what's happening.

I love being able to perform in front of people. I like potentially making a difference in somebody's day or somebody's life.

I've heard all kinds of crazy rumors about myself. I've even heard that I'm pregnant! I've become real good about laughing things off - I figure I'd better get used to it.

I don't want to listen to everybody's problems all the time. And I doubt anybody wants to listen to mine.

I'd sleep in a little, work out, do laundry, run errands, buy presents for people with birthdays coming up. I like it when I don't have to be anywhere, and anything I do is my choice.

American Idol transcends age, gender, ethnicity, everything.