American Idol - Taylor Hicks

I missed the live telecast, but just got the news from MSN - ['American Idol' Crowns New Winner]

LOS ANGELES -- Taylor Hicks, the mop-topped manic dancer who wooed TV audiences with his raw singing style and boisterous personality, was named the new "American Idol" Wednesday in a pop star-filled finale that included Prince and Mary J. Blige.

Hicks, 29, of Birmingham, Ala., became the latest in a string of Southern and Midwestern contestants to win the Fox talent contest after collecting more viewer votes than runner-up Katharine McPhee, 22, of Los Angeles.


Hey I have been to Alabama, nice town, I was there for training.


Great job Taylor!!

Here is the last few minutes of [American Idol 5]. From right before they announce the winner to the performance of THE WINNER Taylor Hicks!


or Taylor Hicks - [Do I make you proud] performance.



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