After tallying more than 63 million votes, "more than any president in the history of our country has received," as host Ryan Seacrest said, it's no wonder. "I'm very grateful to all of the fans who supported me through this," Hicks said after the show. "I'm very excited about this opportunity to share my voice with the world."

The "American Idol" runner-up tripped backstage before a performance Tuesday night in Charlotte, N.C., said Roger Widynowski, a representative for McPhee's record label, RCA. However, McPhee was able to take the stage — wearing "slipper-sandals" — to sing two songs. She went to a hospital after the performance, and X-rays showed a hairline fracture in her left foot, Widynowski told The Associated Press on Thursday. Widynowski said McPhee is in "good" condition and will stay on the tour.

American Idol finalist Elliott Yamin is featured prominently in the current "American Idols Live" tour and has a good sized fan base. So - where is the record deal? Elliott Yamin Still Waiting on Right Deal There has been speculation for months that several companies were courting the smooth singer, but still no deal has been completed. The New York Post reported recently that Yamin is still entertaining offers. There are two companies interested," a rep from Yamin's management company tells the New York Post.

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