American Idol: Why David Cook & Adam Lambert Skipped The Finale

May 29, 2010 10:00:30 by Nancy Floyd

The season finale of American Idol was full of celebs and previous Idol contestants, but two stars were noticeably absent: season 8 runner-up, Adam Lambert, and season 7 champ, David Cook (who was the only previous winner not present). So where were Lambert and Cook during the star-studded affair? Keep reading for more details on why they skipped and which star wasn’t invited in the first place…

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American Idol: David Cook Raises $140K For Cancer Research

May 3, 2010 09:00:45 by Nancy Floyd

A year after losing his brother to a brain tumor, American Idol season 7 champion David Cook helped raise $140k for cancer research. In 2009, the singer served as the grand marshal for the Race for Hope in Washington, D.C. and this year he returned to race in the event. Keep reading for more details on Cook’s charitable efforts…

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American Idol: David Cook Travels To Ethiopia For ‘Idol Gives Back’

April 15, 2010 11:00:20 by Nancy Floyd

American Idol season 7 champion, David Cook, recently traveled to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with the United Nations Foundation to raise awareness for girls’ education on the upcoming Idol Gives Back special. During his time overseas, Cook spent time working in an African classroom and getting to know the young students. The American Idol star talks about the inspiring children he encountered and how the experience has changed him as a musician…

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American Idol: David Cook Says Fans Are Helping Him Cope

June 16, 2009 06:17:46 by Britteny Elrick

After the recent death of his brother Adam, David Cook has been struggling to continue his tour. David told Larry King on Monday that his family and fans have been helping him deal with the tragedy. Keep reading for more details on his candid interview…

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American Idol: David Cook And Carrie Underwood Perform On Finale Night

May 19, 2009 09:00:04 by Britteny Elrick

It’s still a secret what songs Adam Lambert and Kris Allen have chosen to sing tonight, but we do know what’s going to happen tomorrow on finale night. According to an American Idolspokesperson, Carrie Underwood and David Cook will be performing, along with several other well-known musicians…

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American Idol: David Cook’s Emotional Performance

May 13, 2009 11:00:17 by Britteny Elrick

David Cook returned tohis concert tourlast Fridayaftera brief visit athome to attend his brother’s funeral. David’s brother Adam had passed away at the age of 37, after losing aneleven year battle with brain cancer.He played for a small audience of 450 at the Musica theater in Akron, Ohio, and it was a very difficult performance for the American Idol…

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American Idol: David Cook’s Brother Has Passed Away

May 4, 2009 11:00:29 by Britteny Elrick

Last Saturday, David Cook’s brother Adamlost hiseleven year battle with brain cancer. David announced Adam’s passing on Sunday, while in Washington D.C. for the 12th Annual Race for Hope, which benefits finding a cure for the disease. Keep reading for more information and how you can contribute to David’s Race for Hope team…

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American Idol: David Cook Returns With Lady Gaga

March 29, 2009 09:00:39 by Paulene Hinds

ThisWednesday on theAmerican Idol results show, David Cook will return to the stage for the first time since being crowned the Season 7 champion. American Idol contestants will be performing songs fromthe Top Downloads list.

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American Idol: David Cook Tells Overzealous Fans To Back Off

March 24, 2009 10:00:16 by Paulene Hinds

Like any other star, reigning American Idol champion David Cook loves his fans, but when it comes to being fanatical, David Cook draws the line. He has written a message on his MySpace Celebrity blog condemning some behavior and is requesting privacy or all fans will be affected.

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Carrie Underwood and David Cook Critique American Idol’s Simon Cowell

February 23, 2009 08:00:35 by Christine McDow

Simon Cowell is known as the tough, hard to get along with judge on American Idol. However, this isn’t exactly a bad thing as some past contestants like Carrie Underwood and David Cook will tell you. The show isn’t about making people feel good, it is about finding a great and yet unknown singer. If Simon Cowell doesn’t come off smelling like roses it is okay because in the end he is real.

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