'Idol''s David Hernandez breaks silence on stripper reports: "I'm here to sing"

sarah Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 02:21 AM EST

True that, David is completely right. American Idol is about singing, and idolizing a SINGER!

And slr, racial comments aren't necessary. His performances are a bad reminder of where he comes from? Rediculous. I think his dancing is cute, and it's funny how in a lot of interviews he laughs at himself and says he knows he isn't very talented in dancing. He does it well enough to be very entertaining to watch, as well as hear. I think his past shouldn't matter, and it doesn't to me. It doesn't bother David, and it doesn't bother me.
I hope David goes on to a very long, successful career, and I will certainly help him along by buying his albums.

miChaeL Fri, May 9, 2008 at 01:40 AM EST

good for him, i like him because he not like before.if i can question is david work in phoeniz club again ?

thanks

will Thu, Apr 17, 2008 at 03:05 AM EST

look at Vanessa Williams and success! good for her....I hope David achieves the same. How do so many of you know he is "GAY" and most importantly why is it anyones' business if he is? Get over yourself "homophobic" self people! Chhers David

scott Tue, Mar 18, 2008 at 05:48 AM EST

Are you parents so naive that you think American Idol was created to promote role models for your kids? It's sole purpose is to make money for those involved with the show. The "Idols" will continue to make money for the producers for years. If your kids "idolize" anyone on TV, you need to start explaining the difference between fantasy and reality. Get real and be the role model yourself.

geeg Fri, Mar 14, 2008 at 07:47 AM EST

I think he is very genuine and I give David alot of credit. He is who he is. He is not a mass murderer, a convicted criminal or a child molester. He is or was a male stripper. Big Deal. He did not do anything illegal. Apparently he worked in a legal establishment. I think he did so poorly Tuesday because of this infatuation with his past. Big Deal. We all have a past and need to move on. He knows who he is and knows that he only has to answer to himself and God. So who are we. Once again, it is not illegal, maybe immoral in some peoples eyes, a choice I would never make, but again we have to only answer to ourselves and God. Stop the hatred. Start the kindness. We only have a short time on this earth. So make the best of it. Please!!

shelley Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 09:11 PM EST

I was so mad they voted david off now I'm going to watch the rest of the show. I think they mad a big mistake kristy cook should of been the one to go; david is much better then her.

shelley Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 09:11 PM EST

I was so mad they voted david off now I'm going to watch the rest of the show. I think they mad a big mistake kristy cook should of been the one to go; david is much better then her.

bri_ph Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 05:57 PM EST

He has a good talent. I love the way he sings. He looks so hot. Yummy guy. Can I have a taste of him???? He is such a good looking guy with a very talented vocals. I mean, is there anything wrong to become a stripper???? You can't be a stripper if you don't have the looks and a well-built body. In fact, it's an asset....

Kevin Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 04:20 PM EST

either way: decent vocals, or not, the issue is the fact that he worked in the adult entertainment industry. I do not want my child idolizing someone like this. He struggled for nothing, because he sold his body when times got tough. He has done nothing to prove that he's worked towards a career in the music industry. There is nothing about this guy that makes "stripping" OK. Being a responsible parent, it is my job to make sure my kids are idolizing positive role models, and not skeezy strippers. He danced, because he had nothing else to offer the world. After his elimination, my case is proved. Other contestants had worse performances, but their character was not proven to be as low as David Hernandez's. All of the above aside, it's not like he ever had a single chance of winning. Even if he wasn't a skeezy stripper, his vocals would have put him out within the next 2-3weeks anyway.

slr Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 12:01 PM EST

Out of four performances there was only one that was really impressive. Sure he's cute but I couldn't stand to watch him dance. His performances were always a huge reminder of were he came from. He'll probably do well once he goes back to that arena. I don't think he belonged in an American Idol competition and was glad to see him go last night.

mikasemo Wed, Mar 12, 2008 at 11:52 AM EST

David can sing! Im glad he is still in the competition. So
what if he danced nude, and so what if he is gay or whatever! He is being judged on his singing, not what
he did or who he should be! David is talented! He is also very cute!

mikasemo Wed, Mar 12, 2008 at 11:52 AM EST

David can sing! Im glad he is still in the competition. So
what if he danced nude, and so what if he is gay or whatever! He is being judged on his singing, not what
he did or who he should be! David is talented! He is also very cute!

EBS Wed, Mar 12, 2008 at 12:13 AM EST

David H is great, a little stiff: but a good singer. Give him a break. How many of YOU have done things your not so proud of? Geee I wonder. Yet you cant wait to persecute someone else. Whats that old saying about Glass And Stones. Oh Yes I Did!

vaughn velasco Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 08:58 PM EST

u know people need to leave david alone! they are just jealous at the fact that he has made it this far... i mean a job is a job its not like he was doing anything wrong... a dance is just a dance!!!!! come on people we all do crazy things and well dancing is not one of them..... at least he was making ends meet........

SUE Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 11:45 AM EST

WE WATCH AMERICAN IDOL TO HEAR PEOPLE SING NOT TO SEE THEM STRIP, SO WHY SHOULD IT MATTER WHAT HIS PERSONAL LIFE IS. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK DAVID.

aw Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 10:24 AM EST

Ok. Just because David has worked for a "mostly" male club its got a few girls that go in there too. I know from experience I have met David myself and he is not gay, just because he worked somewhere that was mostly for guys does not mean your gay. I dont beleve anyone should be voted off for their past experiences we all have done something stupid in our life and still have moved on why cant he. David is a great singer and dancer and no one can keep that from him. Good luck!

jo Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 09:37 AM EST

David has just as much of winning American Idol as anyone. He is a gentleman whom is not gay and has a sure shot to go far as mush as the other 11. He has the look of an American Idol. Good luck David. We really like your talent here at our home and will continue to vote for ya. Hang in their!!!!

kat2008 Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 04:18 AM EST

David I just want to say to each is own. It is irrevelant what you have done in your past sometimes you do what you think you need to do at the moment. So I am glad that it did not disqualify you so far in any way I just hope your not gay your to fine to go out like that but anyway like I said. Keep up the good work pick some upbeat songs that bring out your voice I was'nt to crazy about your last song choice. I don't know why everyone picks kind of slow songs there good for certain moments I think you guys really need to study your voices on what suits your abilities and take it from there I think it would be better to do more upbeat song choices. Just a suggestion I hear it's bealtles week well pick a good one if you can. Maybe I wanna hold your hand. anyway I will be seeing you guys live on Wed. I wish It would was for Tues show but anyway good luck.

diepmayer Tue, Mar 11, 2008 at 02:19 AM EST

I love david, love his vocal and i love more when it's said that he used to be a stripper .... Working is glory ..watever we do, working is glory.. Bravo David, Keep singing for us

Hannah Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 08:20 PM EST

I don't like the guy one bit! I mean good for him that he "says" that he's done and it's just for singing but he is still gay and it happened. He can't erase the past so just go throug with life knowing that you made a huge mistake. I am so mad and sad that Danny Noriega got voted off I mean he was my fav and I loved him!

SHELLEY Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 07:59 PM EST

Who care's if he was a stripper at one time, Im sure we all have done something also in ur past. Plus he's sooo cute and he can sing. Im voting for him.

SHELLEY Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 07:59 PM EST

Who care's if he was a stripper at one time, Im sure we all have done something also in ur past. Plus he's sooo cute and he can sing. Im voting for him.

Essensual Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 07:41 PM EST

cls...isn't Nigel Barker from America's Next Top Model?

Steve Givens Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 06:05 PM EST

David has been my favorite from the beginning, he sings great, looks great, and has all my votes until he goes home. So what if a person has to work hard to survive, maybe he liked it or maybe it was just a way to make a living! Let him sing his way to stardom! Cast the first stone if you have never done anything wrong in your life! He seems to be a very nice person, I hope he reaches his dreams regardless of anyone that has the nerve to judge him!

meg Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 11:38 AM EST

I think it's unfair that Frenchie got the boot and this year Hernandez, and last year's Antonella Barber got to stay. What's the standard? I think it would be good to have consistency.

Clifford Michael Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 11:36 AM EST

Code for yeah I'm over the top GAY I just dont want anyone to know until this Idol thing has run it's course. LOL

Angelee Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 11:32 AM EST

This whole expose' business is disgusting. The idol contestants should be screened long before the finals. ANYTHING wrong or risque'in their past should get them disqualified. Yes..this is a singing competition,but the keyword is "IDOL" people. Our kids watch this show. Do you want YOUR kids idolizing a stripper? I certainly don't!

Marek Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 10:44 AM EST

I think it's disgraceful that idol would allow such human filth to perform on their show especially since it's mainly watched by tweens who shouldn't be exposed to this kinda trash.

Then again who the heck is even watching american idol anymore. These singers aren't idols they are just tools manufactured to make Simon & friends money. To bad most of the contestants are to dumb to see this.

I haven't watched idol this season or any past seasons for that matter and I don't plan on it. This isn't about music it's about a high profile karakoe night. Hopefully it goes off the air soon cause honestly the supposed "idols" they are pumping out are no more than one hit wonder tools who will probably be living in cardboard boxes after they spend their peasly fortunes only to realize they only have enough skill to work at McDonald's or stip for a bunch of men in a male club. Truly pathetic!

ANTM Freak Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 09:52 AM EST

Actually Frenchie disclosed the fact that she had some pictures on that website to the producers and she was assured it was ok. At some point somebody decided it wasn't. Furthermore her pictures were no longer available online at the time she was an Idol participant. She didn't hide anything and she got screwed over. I don't agree though, that because they made a mistake with her that they should keep making the same mistake. Unfortunately it doesn't fix the injustice done to her. JMO.

ANTM Freak Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 09:33 AM EST

He broke his silence but he sure didn't say anything. Not that I care one way or the other. As a singer he does nothing for me, he's pure Velveeta. Big strong voice devoid of any real star quality. Ironically the revelation that he was a stripper might have helped him in the end. So in conclusion, I don't care if you're gay, David, I care that you're boring. Good luck.

n Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 08:30 AM EST

To "someone who knows him," shut up already. Most of us don't care if he's gay or not. We just want to see the singing. I love David H. I couldn't care less about his sexuality.

Pete Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 07:54 AM EST

I believe the reason that David is still on the show is that he was honest about his past job(s). Frenchie tried to hide and deny her past, unfortunately. If you have a criminal record and admit it then AI will let you go on. If you try to hide your past then they will let you go as THAT is how you broke your contract.

Mr.Bill Mon, Mar 10, 2008 at 02:31 AM EST

What's the big deal about David Hernandez being a male stripper? It's not against the law! Life is tough...a
boy's gotta do,what a boy's gotta do to get by in this world! Leave him alone and let him sing.

SKYLLZ22 Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 11:07 PM EST

fOR THOSE COMPARING HIM TO FRECNHIE NEED TO STOP THAT WAS A DIFFERENT STORY. sHE WAS 18 POSING NUDE HE IS AND WAS OLD ENOUGH TO STRIP OR WHATEVER HE DID. FRENCHIE NEVER ADMITED TO PRODUCERS SHE DID THIS. WE DONT KNOW FOR SURE IF HE DID OR NOT.

Daryl Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 09:33 PM EST

Frenchie Davis shouldn't have been sent home and I'm glad that Idol is not gonna punish David Hernandez. Hopefully, they learned their lesson after letting Frenchie, a huge talent, go home. And besides, I find Amanda Overmyer's DUI (or is it DUIs, I'm not sure) much more offensive. Originally I planned on voting for her but after finding out about her drinking and driving, I have not interesting for someone who does something so stupid.

MusicTeacher21 Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 09:08 PM EST

I keep reading that American Idol is only a talent contest. If that is the case, I suggest they change the name of the show to something like American Talent. An idol is someone we feel good idolizing. I certainly would not feel comfortable with my children idolizing someone with David's past. There are some wholesome contestants this year who deserve the title of "Idol".

shannon Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 06:24 PM EST

GET RID OF HIM LIKE YOU DID FRENCHIE, A GAY STRIPPER IS NOT IDOL MATERIAL THATS VERY RACIST OF AMERICAN IDOL FRENCHIE DESERVES A CHANCE LIKE EVERYONE ELSE..IF ITS YOUR PAST THEN WHO CARES

chrissy Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 06:21 PM EST

SO WAS FRENCHIE...she was her to sing also, i dont care about their past, but hernandez and barba should have been booted off like frenchie was he was a male stripper at a gay club!!!!

starz Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 03:21 PM EST

I think we should just judge David on his singing talent. He has been doing great so far and I am sure he was under a lot of stress last week with all the media about his former job.

Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 01:39 PM EST

Who cares about his past? Good Grief! Give the man a break.

amigo Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 11:42 AM EST

sorry but bad is bad....

dingus magee Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM EST

What no response? what are you all busy are is your mouth full?

dingus magee Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM EST

What no response? what are you all busy are is your mouth full?

dingus magee Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 10:54 AM EST

Hey thanks for informing that gay is not perverted, but my dog is having sex with my cat, is that ok?

skinny Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 10:44 AM EST

Good for him. He is my favorite. I love him. I saw his profile on site W e a l t h yR o m a n c e.c o m last week. Is he single now?

Someone who knows him Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 09:02 AM EST

You guys are not listening. David Hernandez is not gay. My daughter KNOWS him. She knows that he is not gay first hand. She lived with him.

galaxy23 Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 01:17 AM EST

This guy has soul, something most religious people have lost. He hasn't hurt anyone, leave him alone. This guy has been my favorite from day one. In my opinion the less I know about the artist the more I enjoy the piece of art.

Greg Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 01:17 AM EST

1)Being Gay is not a choice
2)The Bible says many things against
things that Christians do every day.Eating ham is an "abomination",same with
leftovers.Easter Ham dinner is coming up.That's just a start.Then there's
drinking alchohol...
3)Two words - Vanessa Williams.Biggest
former Miss America success ever.

Greg Sun, Mar 9, 2008 at 01:11 AM EST

First,Frenchie was trying to look like
an underage girl.I didn't see the photos,thank God,but can anyone imagine Frenchie trying to look like a
little girl???David has a good voice,and he's obviously good looking,so others would go for that,too.Sometimes people have to do crazy things to survive while pursuing their dreams.Good or bad perception,it's reality.

ardy Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 11:34 PM EST

I think that this issue makes American Idol more relateable,we see them as normal people who at some point have done pretty rough choices, and I'm happy we see that even though there has been trouble in their past lives, they can still succeed , so you go David!

stm Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 11:18 PM EST

Oh great, another gay guy..whopee!

stm Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 11:18 PM EST

Oh great, another gay guy..whopee!

Silv Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 10:53 PM EST

Guy's gotta make a living!

jennifer Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 09:39 PM EST

Ruth, you are a hypocrite. You need to tell your gay "friends" you think their "choice" is wrong, and that they will go to Hell. Then they can tell your silly "Christian" self to go to Hell. You don't have friends you think will go to hell. Second, homosexuality, like heterosexuality, isn't a choice.

I feel sorry for the children of some of you people. Approx. 5-10% of the human race is gay. There is a good chance one of your kids is gay and all you do is teach them to hate themselves.

Leave this guy alone. He didn't do anything perverted or illegal. I wonder how many men who are complaining have been to a (women's) strip club?

susie Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 07:47 PM EST

come on over i have plently of singles

RogerDodger Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 07:11 PM EST

I don't agree with homosexuality, but that's an opinion, not a phobia. Why not vote for/against this type show with your on/off switch and give additional yes/no votes via your purchasing power with the sponsors of this show? Personally, I think TV networks broadcast from the toilet but, let's face it, many people like to go there for their entertainment.

Fred Grosskurth Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 06:47 PM EST

He's there to sing (and pretty good I might add). What he has done in his private personal life is his business !

Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 06:32 PM EST

If you consider same sex relations ok then why is this an issue.

Ruth Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 04:40 PM EST

WildKat - I'm a Christian, do not approve of homosexuality, & am not homophobic. I have homosexual friends - I just don't believe their choice is correct. As for the "scandal" - did it occur to anyone that they may include people w/pasts that "will come out" for ratings & might be using him? Oh yeah - anyone notice how many people in entertainment have "pasts"? (Or "presents," for that matter.) Forums give us a chance to feel like our opinions matter in a world where they are often irrelevant or peripheral. They generate ratings too. Go us.

Chanel Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:47 PM EST

At least David had the courage to go in front of the world and do his thing! A lot of people would've been too "scurred" to face the public, knowing secrets could come out.Right?

Jewel Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:41 PM EST

Unfortunately, many people are denied opportunities because of previous behaviors. Sometimes people need a chance to prove themselves to be capable of doing the job, whatever it may be. How many people have been on an interview where they were denied the job because of one bad reference. Nobody is perfect. Relax!Give the man chance.

prios Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:36 PM EST

i think it's ridiculous to want to kick people off for things like arrest/ stripping or like that porn thing w/ that one chick. There's no way you're going to get a clean-pure american idol. Everyone has flaws, it's just stupid!

Thoushaltnotjudge Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:23 PM EST

I feel since he came this far in the competition, he should be allowed to continue. America will decide if he's worthy to become an "American idol." Unfortunately,This is the nature of the business. He knew he would face scrutinity,he must've thought it through.I wish him the best regardless of his sexual orientation and previous work history.I personally don't think he will get the title.

Ralph Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:11 PM EST

I Think people are forgetting that American Idol is NOT just a singing contest. IDOL means someone that you want to be like. Do you really want people to think of you as a stripper?

Ted Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:09 PM EST

I thought this show was for "non professionals" or those who did NOT have any previous show exprience. If they have had any type of show experience, it gives them a leg up on others who have not. He should be removed.

john Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 01:15 PM EST

The headline sensationalizes "breaking the silence". David's quote seems straight-forward and unapolagetic. Maybe he enjoys being a stripper/gay/bi/gay-for-pay/whatever. He certainly seems to be enjoying singing, dancing and performing on idol. Works for me!

Ron Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 12:37 PM EST

Who gives a rats ass other than the silly folks with no life.
He has a great voice. He needed to make money to help his family, if that was how he did it, God Bless him.

Someone who knows him Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 12:36 PM EST

Just remember, David Hernandez is NOT gay. (But he played one in a Phoenix strip joint) Tee Hee

He is a great singer. He's got my vote.

BTW- he is not gay.

Rhonda Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 12:17 PM EST

Does it really matter? He is an adult after all. He lives in a FREE AMERICA. Doesn't that give us the right to choose? I thought it did. Maybe his former line of work wasn't one that everyone could respect, but look at our government.... Do you respect them? I sure as heck do not. This guy has real Talent in his voice alone. Let's forget that he's great looking too. Girls Strip all the time, and say it's because the money is great and allows them to support themselves. If that's ok why isn't this? At least he was in a 100% legal adult themed club. Get over it. Have you been to Las Vegas? It happen there daily. It's our society. MOVE ON> HE deserves to be where he's at... HE CAN SING. It's a singing competetion that time I checked. Not what did you do in the past competetion.

FOCUS PEOLE

Kay Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 11:34 AM EST

IT'S AMERICAN IDOL PEOPLE!!!

Double Standard Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 10:59 AM EST

Double STANDARD at highest degree. BTW, the Madonna argument is bull - Madonna wasn't competing on a "family" talent show. I have been a David H fan from day one, but fair is fair - Frenchie and Ebony Jordan from last season - of the lingerie football league fame.
The PTB at Idol make the rules up to suit their agenda.

Kari Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 10:34 AM EST

First of all, Frenchie Davis had NO control as to where those photos would end up at. They were sold to the creepy website. Her leaving was wrong.

David is a terrific performer and I feel he is holding back because of this controversy! Good luck, David!

Joana Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 10:10 AM EST

It doesn´'t matter. He is good!

steve Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 09:51 AM EST

I dont know why we have to rely on other personal lives this guy no matter his past should be judged by his singing which he is there to do.
No matter his past employment the guyis just making a living like allof us should not effect his talent I will vote for him absolutely

steve Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 09:51 AM EST

I dont know why we have to rely on other personal lives this guy no matter his past should be judged by his singing which he is there to do.
No matter his past employment the guyis just making a living like allof us should not effect his talent I will vote for him absolutely

t w tate Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 09:32 AM EST

it amazes me how this country has become such trash. you liberals with your anything goes is disgusting. porn is porn , gay is really queer !!!a man, nude dancing for other men.
table dancing for queers is of the devil!!! goes against god and nature.. of course i sure you liberals dont practice any of that.

Jay Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 08:56 AM EST

He can dance or sing for me ANYTIME!!! He had my vote at the auditions. He has charm, talent and looks...THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL..

Jay Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 08:56 AM EST

He can dance or sing for me ANYTIME!!! He had my vote at the auditions. He has charm, talent and looks...THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL..

DAVID Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 08:34 AM EST

BET HE GETS VOTED OFF NEXT WEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DAVID Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 08:30 AM EST

IDIOT!!!!!!!!!!!

theTRUEff Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 03:12 AM EST

No one cares if you're gay or a stripper or a gay stripper, but don't be a politician. Answer the question, Dave. Be you. You had a gig, it paid, whatever. we all press on.

Cindy Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:55 PM EST

Frenchie never made it onto American Idol. She was cut during the auditions. I don't know why people keep bringing her up as someone who was kicked off the show. She wasn't kicked off any more than Josiah, or any others who were cut before Top 24. She auditioned and got cut from the auditions during Hollywood week when the producers found out she had withheld information about something that could affect her on the show. In auditions, the producers are cutting from 100,000 to 24, so they cut for all kinds of reasons. Nobody has ever been kicked off the show once they made it on.

betty Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:28 PM EST

I think David Hernandez is a great singer and I hope that he wins american idol. so what if he did something before who cares grow up people. life goes on get a life. leave david hernandez alone. look at your own life and say to yourself have I always been perfect . my answer to that for everyone is no I'am sure they are not perfect . David is a fabalous singer and he deserves to be treated with respect for his talent and thats it.

jean Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:25 PM EST

I believe David is here to sing on american idol so people should let him do that. He has a great voice!

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magoo Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:25 PM EST

American Idol is a television show. Vote for your favorites, whether it be because of their hair color, funny remarks, hometown, song style, song choice.......whatever. They all made it this far because they are talented singers, whatever their style, background, etc. Be entertained. Vote if you want to, Stop the negative criticism. Enjoy.

Smurfette Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:14 PM EST

I'm so glad David is part of the final 12, he deserves it. He's right, this is a singing competition. I'll keep on stating this, but his past choices in life have NO affect on any of us, so why does everyone care? You're all up in arms not because he was a stripper, but because he was a GAY stripper....I smell homophobics. Get over it people. Listening to people complain because Frenchie got booted & David gets to stay are two totally different subjects. David stripped in a private facility. Frenchie had pictures targeted on a pornagraphy site with underage girls. Get back to me & tell me which one is worse. You can exercise your freedom & change the channel anytime you like if you don't want to see David perform, but please don't burn him at the torch & outcast him for something people have been doing for years. When has anyone been perfect? He seems like a good person, don't treat him like he's some sicko child molester or something. He deserves a fair chance just like anyone else.

2shoes Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:36 PM EST

Stop this about Frenchie, she could not sing, could not dance....she was awful. She would have never made the top 12

2shoes Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:33 PM EST

With Danny boy gone, he will now get the gay vote

Sydney Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:13 PM EST

Let's just be honest. What happened to Frenchie was not right. Did anyone ever see the photos? How risqué were they? She never should have been eliminated for what she did in the past. If we were all held accountable for our past actions, no one would get anywhere. It is fine that he was allowed to stay; however a part of me feels that if Frenchie looked like Antonella, the issue may not have been as...huge as it was.

Suzanne Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:07 PM EST

Why didn't EW ask him if he was actually a stripper?

mickeydrew Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 07:14 PM EST

c'mon....the guy wants to be a famous singer not president. lets get some perspective.

Save Frenchie! Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 07:12 PM EST

Frenchie did NOT know where her pictures were going. When you take these picutres & sign over the release, you are basically selling your soul to the devil. The picutres were sold & relabeled to whatever fetish the new owner wanted to promote them under. The same thing happened to Madonna & Vanessa Williams in the 80's. What you may think is art photography, is smut to others.

SLS Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 07:09 PM EST

This should not be an issue at all. Why do people even care. Most of the guys who dance and/or strip at gay clubs aren't usually gay themselves. Strange but true. They are just hired for their looks and dancing.

B3AVER STATE BOMBSHELL Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 07:03 PM EST

I just want to know if I vote for David H., will he give me a free lap dance?

Lori Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 06:19 PM EST

I think he is great. I have voted for him every week. I don't agree with stripping but we don't know his situation. Life has a way of making us make decisions that we aren't always proud of. I'm sure no one is happier than he is not to be stripping! Leave him alone and let him sing!!!!

Matty Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 06:09 PM EST

To you all saying "Double Standard, double standard!"...no. Nikki McKibbin from Idol Season 1 was a stripper and was Top 3. And she couldn't even sing. Frenchie posed for a porn site which I believe had underage models or something illegal. David stays.

Stephanie T. Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 05:53 PM EST

I think that after the unfair treatment of Frenchie who went on to be a Brodway phenomenon, I think that AI decided (most likely after a discussion with her attorney)to change the rules. You're forgetting that she was kicked off during season 1. A lot has changed since then.

Stephanie T. Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 05:52 PM EST

I think that after the unfair treatment of Frenchie who went on to be a Brodway phenomenon, I think that AI decided (most likely after a discussion with her attorney)to change the rules. You're forgetting that she was kicked off during season 1. A lot has changed since then.

trouble Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 05:50 PM EST

I want to smack people who say, "this is american idol and children watch this and I don't want my child looking up to a stripper." In my opinion they make the best idols. They show that no matter what wrongs you've done in your life you can over come them. They show that not everyone is perfect and that you don't have to be perfect to achieve your dreams. If you really think that way then no one should have kids. Kids look up to their parents, and I'm sure everyone has at least one skeleton in their closet.

note to cls Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 05:47 PM EST

Note to CLS, it's not Nigel Barker it's Nigel Lithgow!!!

LetsGetReal60 Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 04:53 PM EST

There is nothing wrong with David H staying in the competition. I'm sure many of us, at one time or the other, did something they eventually will be embarrassed by. David can sing and he's not hard on the eyes either! And, the comparison to Frenchie Davis...is that Frenchie never told Idol about her posing job before hand so when it came up she got the boot...I'm sure all the contestants now, including David H., have come clean right from the beginning so nothing is a surprise when an issue comes up and that is why he is where he is, and I'm glad for him. Just keep singing David!!

Joe Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 04:51 PM EST

I was under the impression that Frenchie was terminated because she was not forthcoming in the AI application about this past indescretion. It is likely that others were forthcoming and therefore not subject to termination due to falsification of application. I dont see this as a double standard.

Lisa Marie Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 04:44 PM EST

It seems like many people don't seem to care that he was a stripper, only that it was at a club that caters to gay clientel. Stripping is legal in Arizona and he was licensed. Move on.

Kory Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 04:25 PM EST

EW, you're better than this. This is a TMZ headline - completely misleading.

Ricky Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 04:14 PM EST

To all the self righteous, so called liberals,wannabe Christians, homophobes,
right wings, left wings, your comments reflect the state of the society we leave in: If an idea doesn't serve our purpose, meet our standards, nor fit in our so called religious beliefs, it's presumed to be wrong. We live in a free and democratic nation (or do we???).On the other hand, I'm glad that we are still socially conscious, albeit a little too moralistic and, I'll say it again, very self righteous( which in itself equates with PRIDE, one of the SEVEN DEADLY SINS...)As Jeff Buckley would sing: "Hallelujah...!"

Joe in Philly Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 03:54 PM EST

Breaks his silence??? How can anyone write those words seriously? All he said was "I'm here to sing." Duh! Who didn't know that?

Parker Gabriel Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 03:49 PM EST

A recent installment of MTV's "True Life" titled "I Work In The Sex Industry" included, as one of the three whom it followed, a straight man by the name of Aaron, who was Pennsylvanian and did gay porn.

"Gay for pay" is an act--a role acted out in character, like the highly principled Sam Waterston acting out the serially rapistic, politically manipulative, and justice-hating Jack McCoy in the "Law & Order" installments.

That fact about it reflects exactly who David Hernandez obviously is. He's an actor as well as a singer. And that gay strip joint offered him a wonderful part.

Garrett Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 03:09 PM EST

that was all he said? lousy article on a lousy creep. get lost Hernandez.

Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 02:56 PM EST

don't we all have skeletons in our closet...leave the guy alone!

Olivia Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 02:48 PM EST

Sorry David, but you past decisions do matter. They speak to your character and integrity. American Idol is watched my millions of children who shouldn't have an "idol" with a questionable past. Sometimes you need to accept the consequences of your past decisions. This is not about being gay or straight -- it's about a lifestyle that's on the edges of what one considers polite society.

Tom G Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 02:12 PM EST

Who cares what the guy did for money before the show? Was it illegal? No, it wasn't, therefore it should be a non-issue. The man is a fantastic singer and an entertaining performer. He's handling all of this like a pro.

Julie Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:43 PM EST

And to you, WILDKAT, stop shoving your wild opinions about Christians. I'm a Christian and I really DON'T CARE whether you believe in a higher being or morality or whatever. We Christians leave people like you alone to rise or fall as a consequence of how you live. As for David, he is a good singer - what he does in his private live is his own business as long as it doesn't interfere with mine and my own.

JohnnyBrooklyn Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:37 PM EST

"The guy has the whole package." Hehehehe package

Irish Queen Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:35 PM EST

I don't like that he was a stripper. I don't care for that line of work. THAT'S WHY I DON'T GO TO STRIP CLUBS! But I do enjoy listening to good singers so I will continue to enjoy David H. on American Idol. And WildKat (Bear down!) is right on. Arizona is a terrible place to try to make a decent living so I understand if he took that job if money was a concern. Thank God Danny is gone. Again, I like good singers! And Brooke W. is one shrewd cookie when it comes to song selection. Smart lady. But Carly has a better voice. Go David A!

Linda Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:28 PM EST

"To Tom Strong: Gay aren't perverts. Stop your ignorance and homophobia and learn that the world is full of people who are different than you. Welcome to the new millennTo Tom Strong: Gay aren't perverts. Stop your ignorance and homophobia and learn that the world is full of people who are different than you. Welcome to the new millennium."

RW
Excellent post, needed to be said!!!!

dawitt2008 Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:27 PM EST

mateo und juan, now that you know he's a former stripper, you can exercise your american rights and change the channel so your family won't have to hear him sing. the standard for the show is not that contestants meet your personal ideal of what's acceptable or not - it's how well they sing. i'm sick and tired of the "family" concerns; if it matters to you, don't watch it. it doesn't matter to the rest of us.

rockgolf Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:26 PM EST

To those who say Frenchie's case was different because she was on a site that also had child pornography, does that mean David should be ejected if he ever performed at a club that had underage drinking?
I couldn't care less if David's gay, but since his first line in the Hollywood episode was some variation of "Where the ladies at?", he's trying to have it both ways. No pun intended.

Someone who knows him Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:26 PM EST

You got it absolutely correct SM. David Hernandez is not gay, he only worked at a gay strip club. I know he is NOT gay!

SM Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:21 PM EST

Just because he strips at a gay club makes him gay????? Strippers go where the $$$ is. Same reason for doing Idol. Get some exposure (pardon the pun) and make some money.

Someone who knows him Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:13 PM EST

He is NOT gay. He was my daughter's roommate a couple of years ago, and she will tell you first hand that he is NOT gay!!

Ms Daisy Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 01:02 PM EST

Madonna should be banned 'cause she's a minimally talented singer. She's where she is because of the risque behavior.

CMU Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:59 PM EST

Listen, musicians are kinda crazy people (I know--I am one and am surrounded by them). Many of them smoke pot and do wild stuff. It's kinda how it goes. Let him be! He's a good singer and did what he did presumably to get by, because it's good money. What's the big deal? He took his clothes off while he danced. He's a good singer and doesn't deserve to be ridiculed for it. One of you people up there said, "Let's clean up prime time TV" or something like that. Please. He's not stripping on the air, and most of the people on TV have done worse stuff. What about Charlie Sheen on that delightful *cough* family comedy "Two and a Half Men"? Remember all the stuff he did? Prostitutes, dating porn stars, group sex? Let's focus on what people are doing on camera instead of off. You really don't want to know, and it really doesn't matter. And those of you who have a problem that he might be gay? What is this, 1695? "Well, we better stone him." Welcome to 2008. Get over it.

Irene Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:53 PM EST

OMG! Ok so he danced at a Strip club for guys it does NOT mean he is gay seriously, yall can say well just look at him.. Ok ya sooo he is hella hot!! Who cares it does not mean he is gay. The guy has it all he can sing, dance and is hot he will go far.

Heather Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:49 PM EST

Never been crazy about him. However, I'm glad people didn't punish him for a choice he made that really doesn't affect ANYONE. He's lacking charisma for me. I think he'll finish 9th.

Heather Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:49 PM EST

Never been crazy about him. However, I'm glad people didn't punish him for a choice he made that really doesn't affect ANYONE. He's lacking charisma for me. I think he'll finish 9th.

Elphabaclt Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:42 PM EST

I'm so tired of hearing how there is a double standard because Frenchie was kicked off, blah, blah, blah. First of all, the show was in its infancy then, and didn't know how such a "scandal" would affect the show. Second, Frenchie had posed nude for a company that targeted men who were into underage girls. Now, Frenchie was not underage, but she knew where the pics were going (as far as it appears from photos, but I may be wrong). I'm not judging either one or condoning one over the other, but it really is comparing apples to oranges.

Michelle Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:32 PM EST

I LOVE THIS GUY!!!! He's a great singer and entertainer.... He's got my vote!

NM Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:31 PM EST

FYI Nigel Barker is the photographer/judge on America's Next Top Model - it's Nigel Lythgoe on this show, and Simon Fuller....

Steve O. Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:26 PM EST

As for people who say David should talk about his past employment or admit if he's gay -- that's like saying each of the girls should be required to admit on the show how many guys they've slept with ...

This stuff is NONE OF OUR BUSINESS. It's a singing competition, not The Moment Of Truth.

Steve O. Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:24 PM EST

People badmouthing David about this ... have you lived PERFECT lives? Can you honestly say you've never done anything in your life you would hate to see splashed all over the TV and internet?

The Bible says: "Judge not, lest ye be judged."

Everyone who has met or known David seems to say he's a really nice guy, and as to his singing, check out the videos of his "Love The One You're With" or "Papa Was A Rolling Stone" to remind yourself how good he is. He's one of the 3 or 4 best singers in the competition.

We've all done stuff in the past we're not proud of, and what he did was perfectly legal AND done in private. Big deal.

The Bible also says we're all sinners. ALL of us. And we should forgive each other. Some of you hypocrites need to refresh your memory of Jesus's words in the Lord's Prayer: "Forgive us our sins, AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO SIN ..."

David's handled all this with courage, discretion, and class. He deserves to do well on American Idol and he is doing well.

Lila Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 12:04 PM EST

That's hardly "breaking his silence." He didn't address it at all!

TK Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:52 AM EST

I'm tired of hearing the Frenchie Davis comparisons. Frenchie was let go as the website where her pictures were posted also contained child pornography. This is a little different than David who performed dancing for adults. Whether David is gay or straight, he is a human and deserves to be judged in a singing competition based on his singing and NOTHING else. American Idol came from the British show "Pop Idol" and just because the name America appears in the title does not mean the hypermoral hypocrites should be able to push their misplaced moral standards on the rest of us. Worried so much about the fiber of our society? Take care of yourselves and your children who you're ignoring with your time wasted on judging others and you'll be just fine. Congratulations David! You're the best voice in this competition!

strippergate Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:43 AM EST

I heard that for an extra $20 his lap dances would privately end in head and he gave good head!

autumnrose Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:41 AM EST

What the hell does it matter if he was a stripper? American Idol isn't about that. It's about VOCAL talent. And he has my vote.

strippergate Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:40 AM EST

Yes, but when will the inevitable nude photos of his full monty strips surface. I bet someone had a camera phone on hand during his "performances"!

Mozz Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:39 AM EST

like i said before, only the media cares about this non-event.

Mozz Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:39 AM EST

like i said before, only the media cares about this non-event.

Mozz Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:38 AM EST

like i said before, only the media cares about this non-event.

Jen Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:37 AM EST

To Tooth Fairy: Whoever said that he didn't disclose it to the producers?

Patricia Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:35 AM EST

Good for you! I hope the media gets it...Everything is not a F-ing story to make a scandle out of. Sing on! That is what American Idol is about!

Casey Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:29 AM EST

Ban all Whitney songs forever.
Why do all the girls suck this year??

Shari Weller Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:20 AM EST

Everyone makes their mistakes, and learns from them.

Rudy Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:19 AM EST

Will everyone shut up already about American Idol, worst show ever and all of them this season stink.

Tooth Fairy Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:16 AM EST

What a way to softball it, EW. Why didn't you ask him why he didn't disclose this to the producers, the judges and the audience? Why was he stripping in the first place? I don't want my kids to vote for a stripper!

Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:12 AM EST

frenchie and david are not the same situation. she was paid to be nude on the internet. any kid could find it if they wanted. now if there are nudes of david on the net and he signed a release approving their use, he should go and if he doesn't, there's a double standard that should be discussed. david's situation is the same as nikki's.

CMJ Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 11:02 AM EST

That was hardly the article I was expecting with a headline. He broke his silence with a couple of sentences? Pfft. I was expecting something a little more substantive. But I must keep telling myself, this is the wrong place for that. Glad to see him carry on into the top 12, I don't think he'll win, but I liked the photos. :)

WildKAT Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:55 AM EST

If most Americans weren't so puritanical and wrapped up in their self righteous cloaks of being "Christians" and shoving their religion down everyones' throats then this would not be an issue. There isn't a person in the world who can stand up and be accounted before some mythical deity and claim that they are perfect. Not a single one unless that is an infant who can't speak. This whole snooping up everyones' a**es is disgusting. Live and let live and let the guy win or lose. His private life is his business. And if anyone has ever lived in dirt poor Arizona where they pay slave wages (I know I lived there 11 years) then you know you will do what it takes to survive.

Betty Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:50 AM EST

What his job was before he got on Idol is none of our business & whoever it is who looks for dirt about the contestants should be locked in a room somewhere every year for the duration of the show. The only thing that is important is for Idol to check & make sure they aren't felons who could put the others in danger. They should all be judged on their talent & nothing else

to CLS Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:38 AM EST

First season's Nikki had been a stripper as well too but stayed--way past her time at that. It's not so much a double standard as it is one REALLY bad decision on the producer's part in season 2. To my recollection they haven't dumped someone for a risque past (just violent...) since.

Winona Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:38 AM EST

David Hernandez apparently quit stripping once Idol came around. I'm sure he knew that his past job would come out (no pun intended) eventually... but he's handled it very well, very maturely, and I applaud him for it. He's improved a lot already in the competition, and I look forward to hearing him sing for weeks to come.

Now, why Antonella, after defacing the WWII monument, was allowed to stay in the competition is beyond me... *there's* where the double-standard is. Think about it: the voluptuous Frenchie was kicked out, yet the more "marketable" Antonella was allowed to stay...

Blair Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:33 AM EST

For every performance there is an audience! I don't see what the big deal is. Why make a scandal out of a nonissue. I bet the ones who are making the biggest deal out of this are the ones who would really like to see what else he can do besides sing! Tom Strong...it's people like you that need to focus on his singing, not his personal life...get over yourselves!!!

RW Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:32 AM EST

To Tom Strong: Gay aren't perverts. Stop your ignorance and homophobia and learn that the world is full of people who are different than you. Welcome to the new millennium.

big dave Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:32 AM EST

if I remember the correctly, the Frenchie controversy involved a web site which, although all models were older than 18, catered to viewers interested in models who looked and dressed younger. It wasn't a matter of doing provocative modeling, it was the nature of the web site. There still may be a doulbe standard, but I think AI could make a case there is a difference.

AJ1220 Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:29 AM EST

I think David has a great voice, and that's what it should be a bout, however why deny what he did when there is clear proof (pictures, reports, etc) that he did it. Right now I'd put him in the top 6 most talented though.

My Man! Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:25 AM EST

So happy he made top 12, he honestly deserves it. The guy can sing!!! Stripper past? Makes it all the more interesting!

Tom Strong Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:18 AM EST

He did not address the fact that he is a gay pervert.

alex gonzales Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:17 AM EST

Maybe david hernandez is sleeping with the producers & giving them nude lap dances 2 stay on the show. I would do that. Frenchie was kicked off cuz she did porn str8 & simple. David at least did it in the privacy of a club. Bravo big Penil David Hernandez. Literally Big Penile David.

AngieLam Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:13 AM EST

Ok, I have had enough of hearing that it's unfair that David gets to stay because Frenchie was kicked off. Two wrongs don't make a right, people! Obviously, the AI execs have learned their lesson and realized that they did the wrong thing by kicking her off. (As made obvious by the fact that people are STILL bringing it up.) Obviously they don't want the bad PR again. Regardless of why they allowed him to stay, it was the right thing to do!

RW Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:09 AM EST

It's not like he's even going to win. The producers wouldn't allow that to happen.

So, David...I got some singles...

fasty Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 10:06 AM EST

What does being a stripper matter? People do it to make a good living, and if it doesn't bother them, why should it bother us? I personally wouldn't go to a strip club, but I wouldn't throw David out of bed, either.

I like his singing. Good enough for me.

Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:58 AM EST

Wasn't Frenchie into hard core porn pictures? Big difference between than and stripping. . . .

LisaMama Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:57 AM EST

I totally agree with Randy. There is a HUGE difference between a legal, adults-only strip club and a skanky web site that featured illegal, disgusting kiddie porn. Therefore, I think Frenchie should have been kicked off, whereas David should stay.

rockgolf Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:54 AM EST

In what universe does "I'm not talking about this" get called breaking the silence? He's stonewalling. If he did, and if he's gay, then stop pretending. If he's straight and was "gay-for-pay", I admire his acting ability.

Ep Sato Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:49 AM EST

Seems like every year some "dirt" is found on some of the contestants. Last year it was Antonella Barba. Three years ago it was that Bo Bice had been busted for pot possession. So long as the Idolists are open about their pasts to the producers of the show, I've no beef with them going on stage. Hernandez doesn't strike me as a finalist, but he's obviously talented enough to have made the top 12. Hopefully his new career as a singer will mean he won't have to work as an exotic dancer anymore, and I'm sure he's as happy about that thought as anyone else.

bbb Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:48 AM EST

What's all the fuzz about a former stripper wanting to succeed in the entertainment biz? Hello, has anyone heard of the movie "Juno" and Oscar winner Diablo Cody? Better stop you self-righteous people. And to borrow Chris Crocker's line, leave David alone!

Zakry Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:47 AM EST

Frenchie îs a good point, but Nigel Lythgoe (Barker??) has said they learned from that situation. It's why they did not disqualify Antonella Barba last year -- let the public decide. As for the bit about producers deciding who stays and who goes; it helps to actually read the credits. It says the producer have the discretion to disqualify a contestant, just like any other reality show. Gawd.

foxfire Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:38 AM EST

Considering Nikki McKibben also stripped prior to American Idol and was allowed to stay, there is no double standard

Taran Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:35 AM EST

Cool headed and relaxed. That's exactly what I see from him. He has a maturity I haven't seen for awhile. He seems supportive of the others and looks like he's having a good time during the shows. The guy has the whole package. Voice, looks, and he presents himself very well. Best of luck David. You have an amazing voice.

Lucas Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:30 AM EST

Maybe the double standard with Frenchie was a result of Frenchie's pics being available online while this dude's behavior is just in people's memory. He is a good singe, if a bit cheesy. Then again, this is idol. Everyone is cheesy.

Sheila Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:27 AM EST

Good for him. I was worried he might not make it only because of all the news. David has a great voice and I can't wait to hear more from him!

Randy Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:27 AM EST

I don't see the double standard. Frenchie was on a web site that was supposedly depicting underage girls and could be viewed by anyone with a computer while David was at a secure, adults only club. Big difference!

RRC Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 09:14 AM EST

David H is keeping his eye on the prize and good for him. I liked him from the start. He has a very good chance to go far. (but he's so damned cute, why couldn't he be straight?! ;)

"Nigel Barker" LOL!

FLGrl Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:26 AM EST

The guy creeps me out

Richard Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:20 AM EST

BRAVO! What if Madonna had been banned from singing because of her risque life?!

Richard Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:20 AM EST

BRAVO! What if Madonna had been banned from singing because of her risque life?!

Snarf Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:11 AM EST

Doesn't even matter if poeople do vote for him. Per the credits at the end of the show, the "producers" have final say on who stays and who goes and who wins.

cls Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:03 AM EST

HUGE double standard here....Frenchie was kicked off for pictures she had taken FIVE year before idol, and this guy is a stripper up until idol starts, and HE gets to stay??? Nigel Barker should be ashamed....

Larry Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 08:03 AM EST

I was actually surprised to see him go forward because I thought people wouldn't vote for him as a result of this "scandal." I'm glad that wasn't the case. While I don't think he should win, he definitely deserved to be in the top 6.

Peter Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 07:50 AM EST

Come On! Is it really that important to be making a huge issue over. The guy is very talented, good lookin' and takes great care of himself. The issue is his singing, how well he comes accross to the audience and what he make one feel when they listen to him. David has my vote!

DAW Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 06:29 AM EST

good for him! i was impressed by how he handled himself on the show last night. he was calm, upbeat and supportive of the ones that got cut. AND he had his groove on while sad little danny sang his swan song. i do like to watch him dance--fully clothed, of course