Fans and celebrities are still coming to grips with the fact that Adam Lambert is not the American Idol.
While Kris Allen is clearly an impressive talent, it's hard for critics not to wonder about the basis for his victory; namely, did it have anything to do with Lambert's presumed homosexuality?
Here's a sampling of ways various critics have tackled that issue/asked that question:
- The Chicago Tribune: "It's difficult not to wonder if Lambert's sexuality played a role in Allen's victory... If Lambert's popularity on Idol was any indication of how tolerant and accepting America has become, his loss may indicate there's still further to go."
- Professional poker player Annie Duke: "I seriously think Adam lost just because he is gay. Bummed. Bummed. Bummed."
- Examiner.com: "Adam was too gay for America."
What do you think of these arguments? Weigh in below...
Did Adam Lambert's sexual orientation cost him the American Idol crown?
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21 Comments
May 21st, 2009 6:57 PM
Oh Please. He lost. Plain and simple. People can assume all they want that he lost because he is gay, but there is no way to prove that. The winner is based on VOTES. People have their reasons for not voting for him, and im sure some did vote against him because he is gay. But to say that he lost all together based on that is stupid!!!!! If he was black, would he of lost because he was black? Give me a fucking break.
May 21st, 2009 10:36 PM
Kris won because he's amazing, not because Adam is gay. Jesus.
May 22nd, 2009 3:55 AM
Hey ya'll... I can honestly say that I am extremely ecstatic that Kris Allen won and Adam Lambert lost. THANK YOU AMERICA!!... America made the right moral decision in voting for Kris Allen and for not voting for the immoral Adam Lambert. Maybe if Adam changes his "ways" than he can be right with god but until then he deserved not to win American Idol. Here in Montana we do not have gays living here and I am glad to say we wont have Adam influencing the young here with his despicable music. Again thank you America for getting this one right.
May 22nd, 2009 4:31 AM
How is it possible that this site allows such comments as Austin's???
May 22nd, 2009 4:59 AM
I am allowed to say these comments because we live in America not that you would know.
May 22nd, 2009 10:26 AM
Adam lost because he is too freaky to be the AI...he is a freak...he sings like a freak, dresses like a freak and acts like a freak. He lost becuse he is a freak...he is unrelatable and his voice, being strong, is not desirable....don't just take my word for it, this is according to the masses....he sux
May 22nd, 2009 12:45 PM
The other comments answer your question. Adam loses! Homophobia wins!
May 22nd, 2009 12:48 PM
i dont know what to say Adam was astill the best i dont care whether he is gay or not cuase i want to listen to his vocal not to sleep with him kkkkk
so the sexuality dont mean any thing
May 22nd, 2009 2:54 PM
This is all Carrie Prejean's fault.
May 22nd, 2009 7:26 PM
HAHAHA! Yes Austin, there are PLENTY og gays in Montana. One might be your dentists, your doctor, your postman, your butcher... Look OUT! We are everywhere! And WE ARE RECRUITING!!! (you get a free toaster oven when you join our side)
And yes, Homophobia definatly had something to do with it. All the Pastors came out against Adam and Bill O'Liely and all the fundies.
Oh well if america wants just another white, christian, mediocre pretty boy as AI they can have him.
AND WE GET ADAM!!! YUM!