While everyone I work with may not share my beliefs, I have been surrounded by nothing but support.

Well, fortunately we found out that the runner-up our particular year was going to get a record contract also. So it was kind of a - it was bitter sweet but it was an opportunity.

I'd hate to have a job where I had to be rude to people.

I really love live performing!

I auditioned just for fun.

Working with children with autism has provided me with an opportunity to see the world in a different way. I see them strive to overcome obstacles and persevere, and learn to persevere myself. They are my inspiration.

I'm really not that special. Really, I'm not. I was on a big TV show, but it was just a TV show.