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E! Online
| 12 months ago
We admit to living a bit vicariously through the small screen this week...American Idol and Dancing With the Stars crowned new winners, House left us, the Glee seniors graduated and Smash crushed more than a couple of actors' dreams...Phillip...
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Asian Journal
| 12 months ago
Jessica Sanchez has done what no other Filipino-American singer has accomplished in 11 seasons of the American Idol. The Filipina-American-Mexican finished a top the Final 2 in the United States most popular talent show. The closest Fil-Am singer to...
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USA Today Life
| 12 months ago
I am just in awe," says the 21-year-old pawn-shop worker, who is excited to jam during the upcoming Idols Live! Tour despite needing kidney surgery for a condition that almost made him leave the competition. Phillips reassured reporters that he will...
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The Huffington Post
| 12 months ago
On last night's "American Idol" finale, Idol finalist Jessica Sanchez performed a duet with singer Jennifer Holiday that was so good, it may very well be the best performance in 'Idol' history. Singing the popular song, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not...
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US Magazine
| 1 year ago
Michael Becker/FOX Jessica Sanchez is anything but a sore loser. The talented 16-year-old lost the American Idol crown on Wednesday night's season 11 finale, where Phillip Phillips was crowned the winner. "I'm kind of relieved that this whole thing...
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Waleg Celebrities
| 1 year ago
And this seasons winner on American Idol is...Phillip Phillips! Those of you who put off your work on Wednesday just to watch announcement of the winner know that by now. I personally think that its a shame that 16-year-old Jessica Sanchez wasnt...
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Extra
| 1 year ago
The guitar-strumming singer received a record-high 132 million votes after Tuesday's performance, in which he earned a standing ovation for his final song, Home...Runner-up Sanchez gave Phillips a warm hug, as did his fellow finalists. The...
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AP Online
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips, a bluesy Georgia guitar man, was crowned the new "American Idol" on Wednesday after defeating teenager Jessica Sanchez in record viewer voting. He was the fifth male "Idol" winner in a row.
Phillips, 21, a pawn shop...
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International Business Times
| 1 year ago
Some may classify Phillip Phillips as a "safe" contestant at the beginning of the Season 11 of American Idol. Get to know the underdog who has managed to triumph over the show's "power belting" contestants. Although he didn't start off as one of the...
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Inquirer.net
| 1 year ago
Latest Stories Phillip Phillips American Idol'; Jessica Sanchez thanks fans May 24, 2012 10:01 am Phillip Phillips. Philippines Bluesy guitar man Phillip Phillips is the new American Idol, defeating teenage songbird Jessica Sanchez. The winner was...
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Star Tribune
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips, a bluesy Georgia guitar man, was crowned the new "American Idol" on Wednesday after defeating teenager Jessica Sanchez in record viewer voting...Phillips, 21, a pawn shop worker from Leesburg, Ga., looked stunned after host Ryan...
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Celebrity Gossip
| 1 year ago
After much anticipation and a record setting 132 million votes from viewers, Phillip Phillips was finally announced the season 11 winner of American Idol. On Wednesday night's (May 23) finale episode, both of Phillips and Jessica Sanchez took the "...
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X17 Online
| 1 year ago
On Wednesday evening, Season 11 finalists Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips shared the stage with musical guests Chaka Khan, Neil Diamond, Rihanna, Reba McEntire and judge Jennifer Lopez, before the winner was revealed. Phillips performed "Have...
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US Magazine
| 1 year ago
The star-studded finale on Fox was packed with special musical guests -- and a proposal! Season 5 contestant Ace Young got down on one knee and proposed to Season 3 runner-up Diana DeGarma . "I love you to death. You're my best friend," he said. "...
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The Star
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips won American Idol on Wednesday, becoming the fifth male singer in a row to take the title and a guaranteed recording contract. The 21 year-old guitar player from Georgia, who brought an indie vibe to the top-rated TV contest, beat...
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Celebuzz
| 1 year ago
America has spoken, and tonight, we have a new American Idol ! After a seriously intense season 11 finale, including jaw-dropping performances by past contestants and Rihanna , Ryan Seacrest finally revealed who would be left standing. So, who is the...
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Just Jared
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez and 21-year-old heartthrob Phillip Phillips were the last two contestants standing in the finale. A record number of votes were cast after last night's sing off 132 million! During last evening's performance show , the judges Jennifer...
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People.com
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips had already come a long way before having to perform three songs each on American Idol 's final night of competition Tuesday. After the show, they spoke together with reporters about taking the stage on a night...
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Extra
| 1 year ago
Steven Tyler and Jordin Sparks Say Phillip Phillips to Win 'American Idol' May 23, 2012 After the "American Idol" finalists performed for the last time Tuesday night, "Extra" went backstage to ask America's burning question: "Who is going to be...
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US Magazine
| 1 year ago
Performing for their last round of viewer votes Tuesday, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez will battle for American Idol 's season 11 title during Wednesday's results show finale. Though judges Jennifer Lopez, Randy Jackson and Steven Tyler...
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Allie is Wired
| 1 year ago
Tonight is the finale of American Idol and one contestant either Jessica Sanchez or Phillip Phillips will be crowned the next American Idol...We conducted a poll today and our viewers are split right down the middle on who is going to be victorious.
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Popeater
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez has never shied away from taking on legendary singers on "American Idol," and last night's finale was no exception. The fearless 16-year-old singer sang the songs of not one (but two!) music legends: Celine Dion and Whitney Houston,...
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Have U Heard??
| 1 year ago
American Idol Season Finale Recap 5/23/12 Who Won Jessica or Phillip? The moment we have all been waiting for is finally here.the newest American Idol will be crowned tonight?...While Jessica may have been declared the winner in the first round of...
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Inquirer.net
| 1 year ago
This is the song that could win everything for Jessica Sanchez when text and Internet voters select this season's American Idol. Jessica belted out the Whitney Houston song in the first of three numbers Wednesday. The fate of Jessica and the other...
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International Business Times
| 1 year ago
Will Phillip Phillips win " American Idol " over Jessica Sanchez? Singer-songwriter Phillips is the favorite over teen sensation Sanchez to be the next American Idol , according to sportsbook.com . Share This Story Related Articles Phillips is given...
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LA Times
| 1 year ago
40 am The first thing that Phillip Phillips is going to need to do is change his name, or take on a nickname, if (or when) he becomes America's 11th American Idol. If he's to continue his pop career, he's going to need something less obvious.
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Celebuzz
| 1 year ago
Tonight, American Idol will crown its eleventh winner, following a nail-biting season of tough eliminations, epic style and, of course, some really great singing...That is the question, as fans must decide between 16-year-old Jessica Sanchez , who...
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Los Angeles Times
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez, the powerhouse singer with the gorgeous tone, total control and just enough grit to make it seem perfectly imperfect, or Phillip Phillips, the soulful crooner with a sound all his own? The 16-year-old with a sweet smile, a perhaps...
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US Magazine
| 1 year ago
FOX via Getty Images Judging by his third and final performance on Tuesday's American Idol , Phillip Phillips just may have snagged himself season 11's title. During the packed one-hour performance show the final two sang three songs: one chosen by...
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Just Jared
| 1 year ago
Find out more about Jessica Sanchez & Phillip Phillips and watch this week! the 42-year-old judge tweeted before the show. Earlier in the day, J.Lo wore sweatpants as she made her way into the theater to get ready for the show. Also pictured inside:...
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Starpulse
| 1 year ago
Comment The joke ever since Simon left is, What do the judges even do anymore? Well, tonight that concern was apt...Instead, they simply offered a few half-finished thoughts at the end of the first two performances before finally swooping in at the...
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Fox News
| 1 year ago
FoxNews.com Phillip Phillips, the former pawn shop worker from Leesburg, Georgia, may have clinched the title of American Idol on Tuesday by singing the understated and heartfelt Home for his choice of potential winning song during the first night of...
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PopSugar
| 1 year ago
American Idol finalists Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips went out on a high note last night, with each hopeful singing their heart out for the judges, studio audience, and fans watching at home. Each contestant performed three songs, one chosen...
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International Business Times
| 1 year ago
Yes, the battle for the title as the new American Idol is against Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez...The two both gave their all in a recently concluded sing-off and belted out three strings of songs. Jessica Sanchez has always been judges' girl,...
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San Jose Mercury News
| 1 year ago
05/22/2012 10:30:32 PM PDT Our Season 11 "American Idol" finalists couldn't be more different. In one corner, we've got a teen girl from California -- a little vocal dynamo who never met a great big power ballad she couldn't conquer.
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E! Online
| 1 year ago
Six songs, two contestants and one hour made up night one of American Idol 's two-night finale. Although it was a bit of a whirlwind, production made sure every minute was packed with song, screaming and silliness as Jessica and Phillip went head to...
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International Business Times
| 1 year ago
Sixteen-year-old Jessica Sanchez certainly delivered her best Tuesday night in the first half of American Idol Season 11 finale. She did what she could with the songs given her, and she picked a song that had a spiritual and emotional connection to...
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News Press
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez wishes she could've changed one thing about the "American Idol" finale: her final song. The judges completely dismissed "Change Nothing," the lukewarm potential future single that failed to fully showcase the 16-year-old singer's...
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Celebrity Gossip
| 1 year ago
Rounding out the 11th season of American Idol, the final two contestants Philip Philips and Jessica Sanchez took the stage for one final time before a winner is named. On Tuesday night's (May 22) episode, Phillips and Sanchez went through three...
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The Huffington Post
| 1 year ago
After Tuesday's (blissfully truncated) one-hour performance show, a night of furious vote-casting from people who still think that such things make a difference to a potential "American Idol" winner's career, and a fluff-stuffed, two-hour results...
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Hollywood Reporter Music
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez Battles Phillip Phillips for Season 11's Crown The 16-year-old R&B powerhouse puts up a good fight -- but the Georgia alt-rocker gets lucky with one of the best original songs in the show's 10-year history...On Wednesday, Ryan...
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International Business Times
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips were welcomed by extra loud cheers and applause from the live audience. They seemed ready for their final moments as contestants on the Idol stage. Share This Story Related Articles First round featured Simon...
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Orlando Sentinel Online
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips hits the heights with 'Home' , Staff writer 9:08 p.m. EST, May 22, 2012 The original song set apart the two finalists Tuesday on " American Idol ": Rocker Phillip Phillips had more kick than pop singer Jessica Sanchez.
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Associated Press
| 1 year ago
Jessica Sanchez wishes she could've changed one thing during the "American Idol" finale: her final song. The judges chastised "Change Nothing," the potential future single the 16-year-old vocal powerhouse from San Diego unleashed at the end of the...
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Inquirer.net
| 1 year ago
Latest Stories Jessica Sanchez, Phillip Phillips in a tie after Round 2 in Idol' finals May 23, 2012 8:57 am American Idol finalists Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez. After round 2, it's a tie between Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips in their...
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Have U Heard??
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips Performs Home' as the Winning Song on American Idol 5/22/12 Video Phillip Phillips chose to sing the song, Home as his winning song. The judges weren't thrilled with Jessica's choice for her winning song. Phillip may have just won...
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EW - PopWatch
| 1 year ago
Did Phillip or Jessica win the night? by Annie Barrett Tonight Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips (pictured, Phillip gargling towards ecstasy) sang three rounds: Simon Fuller's Choice, a revisit of their favorite performances of the season, and a...
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E! Online
| 1 year ago
Lythgoe, surrounded by papers full of Idol secrets, tells us that the next two nights will be full of surprises, including a moving tribute to a fallen star. "There are so many artists coming on, and we are going to do a Donna Summer tribute, and...
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Have U Heard??
| 1 year ago
Phillip Phillips Performs Movin Out' on American Idol 5/22/12 Video For the second song of the final performance show on American Idol, the contestants have to sing their favorite performance. Phillip sang Movin Out' as his favorite performance, from...
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10 News
| 1 year ago
The showdown between "American Idol" finalists Jessica Sanchez of Chula Vista and Phillip Phillips Jr. of Leesburg, Ga...Sanchez, a petite 16-year-old with a huge voice, could become the first female winner since Jordin Sparks, who won in 2007, when...
