'American Idol' has taken over my whole life.

The producers felt that 24 would be good for the audience, to really get to know who these 12 and 12 are.

I am in Toronto, shooting a movie for NBC.

When you wish upon a star, you just might become one.

I'm grateful this ordeal is over, and I'm so looking forward to getting back to the job I love.

I love getting nervous, because it's also a form of excitement and it makes me feel alive, you know? I like that feeling. I've always liked that feeling. People who don't get nervous before they perform are no fun.

'American Idol' has taken over my whole life.