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Brent88 · 04-26-2005, 11:14 AM

Drudge Report...

FOX owner Rupert Murdoch has informed executives that ABC is attempting to maliciously 'destroy' the nation's most-watched series as it heads into the final weeks...

'We got all these ridiculous questions yesterday from an ABC producer,' a top IDOL source tells the DRUDGE REPORT. 'ABC can not beat us with programming, so they are attempting to bring us down with lies and false charges.'

Developing...

James"Thunder"Early · 04-26-2005, 11:16 AM

The expose must be a bug bombshell if FOX is trying to sue. I don't believe the expose will have any effect on the show.

°Bubbly Blonde° · 04-26-2005, 09:55 PM

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FOX believes ABC has interviewed a half a dozen losing contestants -- contestants who will claim AMERICAN IDOL producers and judges somehow manipulate the show's outcome!

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ABCNEWS is planning to air the PRIMETIME LIVE exposé next Wednesday. A May Sweeps mauling.

"We got all these ridiculous questions yesterday from an ABC producer," a top IDOL source tells the DRUDGE REPORT. "ABC can not beat us with programming, so they are attempting to bring us down with lies and false charges."

At the center of the questions, the IDOL source claims, are the actions of show judge Paula Abdul.

"[ABC] is trying to say Paula somehow cheats and picks favorite singers to nurture, in violation of some sort of network standards," the IDOL source, who demanded anonymity, explains.

Fellow Judge Simon Cowell will tell TV show EXTRA Tuesday evening: "Paula, to be fair to her, will spend more time backstage with the contestants giving encouragement and everything else. But, that’s not a bad thing!"

Developing...

lolz.

um more than just paula pick favorites..

°Bubbly Blonde° · 04-27-2005, 01:08 AM

A post Trenyce from AI2 left to her fans

"Hey all,

I would first like to just say that I really have a huge sense of responsibility to all of my fans, and that is why you all watching the ABC Primetime show is soooo important.
I am in a position at this moment in my career where I realize that I cannot fully move forward until I have said what needs to be said.
This "marriage" between Idol and I has been long overdue for a "divorce", and with all divorces, it is always good for both parties to be able to sensibly walk away with their integrity, dignity, finances, and belongings all in tact. Anything that is owed should be given, and any apologies that should be made, will be. Some divorces of course, are quick and sweet, but some may cause one or the other to feel the need to be dirty and unfair (usually the party in the wrong).
I am by no means trying to "get back at" the show or project any ill will to come to anyone on the show...All I have ever wanted was a fair chance to do what I love, and share the Gift that God has Blessed me with.
I used to be afraid of the Idol machine just like everyone else, but now I see what my purpose is...no matter if I am walking with some or none on my side.
The ABC show, I believe, has been moved to May 5th (next Thurs.)
I have been seeing little things pop up here and there, including a write up in the Globe magazine for the month of May that discloses a very important part of the whole American Idol scandal, but I ask that you all watch with a mindful eye and an open heart.
I appreciate each of you for reading between the lines early on, and I hope that when this is all over that the right people(me, especially) will be vindicated, and those who were hypocrites will have to answer to a bigger audience. Not being mean or crass, but the truth needs to be known and spoken.
It took a long time for me to get to the point where I could feel good carrying the purpose on my back, but I am a stronger person now than I was on that show, and I owe it to myself, my fans and most importantly God, to do what is right, no matter what it looks like to some!
So, with that being said, I ask that you all continue to pray, because I am sure that the retaliation is coming along with a possible lawsuit, but I am willing to fight that battle as well!

I love you all immensely.
MUAAAAAAHHHHHHH!

TRENYCE"

¤I Love Clay Aiken¤ · 04-27-2005, 01:10 AM

UGH they better not cancel it.

vienna waits · 04-27-2005, 01:45 AM

maybe we'll find out the REAL reason why mario left AI

dun dun dun...

vienna waits · 04-27-2005, 01:49 AM

omgaw this sounds exciting based on trenyce's letter.

Dean Winchester · 04-27-2005, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

'ABC can not beat us with programming, so they are attempting to bring us down with lies and false charges.'

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cocky aren't we Fox? ABC can't beat you? Desperate Housewives has been one of the few shows, along with CSI, who actually holds it's own in the ratings despite the onslaught of American Idol. I watch that show, I can't say I watch AI, so yes, IMO, ABC has better programming.

And while AI regularly beats Alias in the ratings, at least Alias' fans are devoted enough to watch the episodes twice (or more) and buy the shows on DVD. I am not kidding when I tell you I saw the DVD released for AI season 1 at a Dollar Tree store.

The cockier they come, the harder they fall. Arrested Development and the animated series are the only good shows Fox has left, the days of quality shows like The X-Files and Ally McBeal are sadly long gone.

AllIWantIsYourClutch · 04-27-2005, 03:14 PM

Christ on a cracker...Of course losing contestants are going to say **** about AI...THEY LOST. I wonder why you don't see Kelly, Ruben, Clay, or Fantasia on that show...

David · 04-27-2005, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by AllIWantIsYourClutch

Christ on a cracker...Of course losing contestants are going to say **** about AI...THEY LOST. I wonder why you don't see Kelly, Ruben, Clay, or Fantasia on that show...

Exactly. There are a lot of sour grapes here. Trenyce has been one to talk nothing but negative things about American Idol, as well as Ryan Starr, who dissed the show on "Surreal Life".

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And while AI regularly beats Alias in the ratings, at least Alias' fans are devoted enough to watch the episodes twice (or more) and buy the shows on DVD. I am not kidding when I tell you I saw the DVD released for AI season 1 at a Dollar Tree store.

The Season 1 DVD wasn't really a typical DVD set. It was actually just an hour wrap-up of the season. If they had season sets, it would without a doubt, sell more.

EmoJoe · 04-27-2005, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AllIWantIsYourClutch

Christ on a cracker...Of course losing contestants are going to say **** about AI...THEY LOST. I wonder why you don't see Kelly, Ruben, Clay, or Fantasia on that show...

EXACTLY!

If AI is such a "scandal" why didnt they just drop out? We would be seeing a lot more dropping outs than just 2, and no one even dropped out for the first 3 seasons.

EmoJoe · 04-27-2005, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BuffySlayer79

cocky aren't we Fox? ABC can't beat you? Desperate Housewives has been one of the few shows, along with CSI, who actually holds it's own in the ratings despite the onslaught of American Idol. I watch that show, I can't say I watch AI, so yes, IMO, ABC has better programming.

And while AI regularly beats Alias in the ratings, at least Alias' fans are devoted enough to watch the episodes twice (or more) and buy the shows on DVD. I am not kidding when I tell you I saw the DVD released for AI season 1 at a Dollar Tree store.

The cockier they come, the harder they fall. Arrested Development and the animated series are the only good shows Fox has left, the days of quality shows like The X-Files and Ally McBeal are sadly long gone.

AI is still a very sucessesful show no matter what. You cant say its not sucsessful, because it is, whether you watch it or not.

JT · 04-27-2005, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by AllIWantIsYourClutch

Christ on a cracker...Of course losing contestants are going to say **** about AI...THEY LOST. I wonder why you don't see Kelly, Ruben, Clay, or Fantasia on that show...

Because whatever manipulating went on worked in their favor, duh...

Brent88 · 04-27-2005, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BuffySlayer79

cocky aren't we Fox? ABC can't beat you? Desperate Housewives has been one of the few shows, along with CSI, who actually holds it's own in the ratings despite the onslaught of American Idol. I watch that show, I can't say I watch AI, so yes, IMO, ABC has better programming.

And while AI regularly beats Alias in the ratings, at least Alias' fans are devoted enough to watch the episodes twice (or more) and buy the shows on DVD. I am not kidding when I tell you I saw the DVD released for AI season 1 at a Dollar Tree store.

The cockier they come, the harder they fall. Arrested Development and the animated series are the only good shows Fox has left, the days of quality shows like The X-Files and Ally McBeal are sadly long gone.

Exactly.

Without Idol... FOX is NOTHING. They have tried countless shows in the coveted post-Idol slot this year, they get decent to good ratings, and then when they move them to be on their own, they flop.

What I wonder is... why is FOX threatening legal action unless they truly think there's something REALLY damaging? If they weren't worried about, why are they saying they will sue? That to me says this is going to be a VERY harsh special that could significantly damage the show.

vienna waits · 04-27-2005, 09:28 PM

Clay and Kelly don't like AI either I would say considering Kelly dumped Fuller as a manager because he was never around and Clay did the same thing too I think.

04-26-2005, 11:14 AM	#1
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04-26-2005, 11:16 AM	#2
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04-26-2005, 09:55 PM	#3
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04-27-2005, 01:08 AM	#4
°Bubbly Blonde° <3 Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 25, 2001 Location: Playboy Mansion Posts: 5,876	found this... A post Trenyce from AI2 left to her fans "Hey all, I would first like to just say that I really have a huge sense of responsibility to all of my fans, and that is why you all watching the ABC Primetime show is soooo important. I am in a position at this moment in my career where I realize that I cannot fully move forward until I have said what needs to be said. This "marriage" between Idol and I has been long overdue for a "divorce", and with all divorces, it is always good for both parties to be able to sensibly walk away with their integrity, dignity, finances, and belongings all in tact. Anything that is owed should be given, and any apologies that should be made, will be. Some divorces of course, are quick and sweet, but some may cause one or the other to feel the need to be dirty and unfair (usually the party in the wrong). I am by no means trying to "get back at" the show or project any ill will to come to anyone on the show...All I have ever wanted was a fair chance to do what I love, and share the Gift that God has Blessed me with. I used to be afraid of the Idol machine just like everyone else, but now I see what my purpose is...no matter if I am walking with some or none on my side. The ABC show, I believe, has been moved to May 5th (next Thurs.) I have been seeing little things pop up here and there, including a write up in the Globe magazine for the month of May that discloses a very important part of the whole American Idol scandal, but I ask that you all watch with a mindful eye and an open heart. I appreciate each of you for reading between the lines early on, and I hope that when this is all over that the right people(me, especially) will be vindicated, and those who were hypocrites will have to answer to a bigger audience. Not being mean or crass, but the truth needs to be known and spoken. It took a long time for me to get to the point where I could feel good carrying the purpose on my back, but I am a stronger person now than I was on that show, and I owe it to myself, my fans and most importantly God, to do what is right, no matter what it looks like to some! So, with that being said, I ask that you all continue to pray, because I am sure that the retaliation is coming along with a possible lawsuit, but I am willing to fight that battle as well! I love you all immensely. MUAAAAAAHHHHHHH! TRENYCE"

04-27-2005, 01:10 AM	#5
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04-27-2005, 01:45 AM	#6
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04-27-2005, 01:49 AM	#7
vienna waits avatars are stupid. Forum Superstar Join Date: May 18, 2001 Location: Ravenclaw Common Room Posts: 29,859	omgaw this sounds exciting based on trenyce's letter.

04-27-2005, 03:14 PM	#9
AllIWantIsYourClutch peaceout. Forum Icon Join Date: Aug 02, 2001 Location: Illinois. Posts: 53,424	Christ on a cracker...Of course losing contestants are going to say **** about AI...THEY LOST. I wonder why you don't see Kelly, Ruben, Clay, or Fantasia on that show...

04-27-2005, 09:28 PM	#15
vienna waits avatars are stupid. Forum Superstar Join Date: May 18, 2001 Location: Ravenclaw Common Room Posts: 29,859	Clay and Kelly don't like AI either I would say considering Kelly dumped Fuller as a manager because he was never around and Clay did the same thing too I think.