David Cook at the Teen Choice Awards 2008
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David Cook and David Archuleta pose backstage at ‘TRL,’ May 2008
David Cook performs during the ‘Idol’ season finale, May 21, 2008
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David Cook at the Teen Choice Awards 2008
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David Cook and David Archuleta pose backstage at ‘TRL,’ May 2008
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David Cook performs during the ‘Idol’ season finale, May 21, 2008
August 5, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“Idol” winner David Cook is working on his debut album with Grammy-winning producer Rob Cavallo, Access Hollywood has learned.
Cook’s as-yet-untitled album is due this fall, he told Access at the Teen Choice Awards on Sunday.
Read on for what the “Idol” champ had to say about his upcoming album.
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July 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
An impressive lineup celebrities from the world of entertainment, sports and journalism have banded together for “Stand Up To Cancer,” a telethon aimed at raising funds to accelerate cancer research.
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June 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, Jessica Simpson is now and forever a coutry girl. Why did David Cook get Nicholson nerves? And Cameron Diaz continues to heat things up with Jennifer Aniston’s ex.
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June 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS, NV --
“American Idol” champ David Cook and runner-up David Archuleta are heading to “The View.”
The Davids will join Elisabeth, Joy, Barbara, Whoopi and Sherri when the ladies take their show West to Las Vegas June 23-27, according to TVGuide.com
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May 29, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
When an “American Idol” fan was spotted holding a sign that read “Cougars for Cook,” from the audience during this year’s competition, it marked just the beginning of David Cook’s cougar adoration.
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May 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, how long does Gwyneth spend in the gym each day? Who else is coming back to the 90210 zip code? And a “Harry Potter” prequel for sale.
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May 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
David Cook and several of his “American Idol” pals recently made a trip to visit Luke Menard in the hospital.
Find out what Cook had to say about supporting his friend, who is suffering from Hodkin’s lymphoma.
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May 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, Jessica Simpson’s new country single drops! Which former “Idol” contestant did David Cook go on a date with? And which “Office” star has joined the cast of “Transformers 2”? And what will he transform into?
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May 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
David Cook says he’s dating an “American Idol” alum.
The newly crowned “Idol” winner said Tuesday on “Live With Regis and Kelly” that he recently had a dinner date with former “Idol” contestant Kimberly Caldwell.
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May 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Access Hollywood spends the day with David Cook as he celebrates his first 24 hours as the “American Idol.”
Find out what he’s been up to since his win and what he has to say to Tom Cruise, who he channeled for a commercial during the “Idol” broadcast on Wednesday night.
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May 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
David Archuleta may have been the judges’ pick to win “American Idol,” but the teenager’s stunning performances on Tuesday night were in danger of never happening after he lost his voice leading up to the show.
Plus David Cook talks about who he was really competing with in the finale.
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May 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
David Cook is no professional athlete, but he celebrated like one after winning “American Idol” on Wednesday night.
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May 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Seventeen-year-old David Archuleta made a major impact on “America Idol” all season long. From his tender cover of John Lennon’s “Imagine” to his sweet rendition of the Robbie Williams standard “Angels,” Archuleta was a heavy vote getter who was always sent to the safety seats, until last night, when America voted and named his 25-year-old competitor, rocker David Cook, the “American Idol.”
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May 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
On Wednesday night, David Cook, a bartender from Kansas, was crowned the “American Idol,” but the night before, Simon Cowell had David Archuleta pegged for the crown. And apparently, it wasn’t just Cowell who thought “Archie” would take home the prize – Cook told Access Hollywood late last night, he thought he’d be runner-up as well.
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May 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“American Idol” set up their season finale like a boxing match between two prized fighters, but according to the judges, the winner was David Archuleta. And according to Simon Cowell, it was a knock out.
David Cook had been heavily hyped by the British judge, who seemed to hint in recent interviews – including one with Access Hollywood — that the 25-year-old former bartender was going to take the title, but while the final vote count is still remains out in the hands of the fans, the judges chose Archuleta as their winner.
The night’s rundown… inside!
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May 20, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
When he takes the “American Idol” stage for his final performance, David Cook will have one special fan in the audience – his brother Adam — who is suffering from brain cancer.
Contrary to reports, Adam Cook will be in attendance at the “Idol” finale, Access Hollywood has confirmed.
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May 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
This season of “American Idol” had talented singers, a doe-eyed teenage contestant for the prepubescent crowd, visits from pop royalty, stinging comments from Simon Cowell and jaw-droppers from Paula Abdul.
So why have some fans and observers found it a dull slog as the show builds to its David Archuleta vs. David Cook finale this Wednesday?
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May 15, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Simon Cowell was, yet again, right. “American Idol’s” season finale will be a battle of the Davids – David Archuleta vs. David Cook.
After 56 million votes were cast, the lone female left in the competition – Syesha Mercado – failed to match the numbers of the Davids, and was sent home following an emotional hour of television in which the Top 3 visited their home towns.
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May 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It might just indeed be a battle of the David’s on next week’s “American Idol” finale if Simon Cowell has any sway on the voters.
All three contenders struggled to wow the judges, but it was Syesha Mercado, the lone female left in the competition, who received the worst praise.
More on David Archuleta’s & David Cook’s performances, inside!
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May 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Backstage meddling has caught up “American Idol” favorite David Archuleta’s dad, who’s been banned from rehearsals, a person working for the TV talent contest said Friday.
Jeff Archuleta was told this week by producers that he can no longer join his 17-year-old son David as he prepares for the show, the person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. The person wasn’t authorized to comment publicly and spoke on the condition of anonymity.
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May 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Everywhere they go, “American Idol” contestants attract a crowd of admirers, well-wishers, gushy handmade signs and screams fit for a vintage Beatle. But when it comes to feting finalists, home is where the “I (heart) you” is.
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May 8, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Simon Cowell sits down with Access Hollywood’s Laura Saltman and dishes on why he thinks David Hasselhoff is “America’s Got Talent’s” answer to Paula Abdul.
Plus Simon waxes on Paula’s “Idol” snafu of last week and who he thinks is going to take home the big prize: Cook or Archuleta!
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May 9, 2008
CHICAGO, Illinois --
Jury selection can begin in R. Kelly’s long-delayed child pornography trial, a judge ruled Friday.
Cook County Circuit Court Judge Vincent Gaughan denied a defense motion to again postpone the trial in which the Grammy-winning R&B singer is accused of having sex with a girl as young as 13 on videotape. The trial has been delayed for six years.
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May 8, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jason Castro was cut from “American Idol” on Wednesday night, singing his way out to the tune of none other than Bob Marley.
Read our regular recap and find out exactly how many votes were cast!
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May 6, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The remaining contenders on Season 7 of “American Idol” faced one of their toughest evenings of competition on Tuesday night. From forgetting the words, to splitting the judges panel, to just being off their game, only one person managed to endure the hour plus broadcast without taking a knock — David Archuleta.
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April 30, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
With only five contestants left in the competition, each of the “American Idol”contenders — Jason Castro, David Cook, Brooke White, Syesha Mercado & David Archuleta — sang two songs composed by superstar mentor Neil Diamond.
Plus, what happened with Paula Abdul during the judges commentary?
Read the recap, inside!
Access the Full StoryApril 23, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
With just four weeks until the “American Idol” finale, the remaining six contestants were thrown their heaviest challenge to date – tackling the world of musicals and in particular, the songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
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April 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Apparently, America already loves David Cook — or at least did over the weekend.
The rocking “American Idol” hopeful had the No. 1 downloaded album on Amazon’s MP3 chart, during that period, according to Fox News.
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April 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
After a shaky start in the Top 12, followed by an amazing turnaround, country cutie Kristy Lee Cook was finally sent on her way on “American Idol” Wednesday, reducing the competition to the final six.
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April 16, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The “American Idol” contenders produced some of their most emotional performances to date in the run up to the Nokia Theatre season finale, as they tackled the Mariah Carey songbook on Tuesday night.
Mariah was the singing superstar mentor this week and she imparted on the finalists the knowledge of a true powerhouse performer, helping the hopefuls step up their game.
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April 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It may have been the week of giving back on “American Idol,” but that didn’t stop the competition from sending another contender home on Thursday night.
Before the dreaded announcement was made, which reduced the number of remaining contestants to seven, Ryan Seacrest revealed that, thanks to donations from viewers and companies, “Idol Gives Back” had already raised over $60 million.
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April 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Teenage contender David Archuleta is going to sweep “American Idol,” according to a new poll from Reuters.
Forty percent of the viewers questioned chose Archuleta as their top pick, according to E-Poll Market Research, who conducted the survey on behalf of the news agency.
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April 9, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“Idol Gives Back” influenced the competition on “American Idol” this week when the contestants were asked to choose inspirational songs as they continued to battle it out to en route to the finale at the Los Angeles Nokia Theatre.
With the competition down to just eight contenders, many of the hopefuls put on their best duds and pulled tricks from their sleeves, including covers of popular songs and messages on their hands in an attempt to sway voters to their camp.
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April 3, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Pint-sized singer Ramiele Malubay said 'Goodbye' on "American Idol" Wednesday night.
Find out what happened, how Dolly's performance went, and who made the bottom three.
Plus, how did David Cook address the news of Tuesday's hospital visit?
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April 2, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“American Idol” contestant David Cook was taken to the hospital following Tuesday night’s show, Access Hollywood has confirmed.
A source close to the Fox show told Access that the “Idol” rocker was taken for medical treatment at the conclusion of the show.
More details inside…
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April 2, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
With Dolly Parton as guest mentor, the “American Idol” Top 9 turned out one of their most emotional weeks to date, pulling from her own songbook.
Read on to find out who made the bold moves that won the judges over and who made choices that got them slammed!
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April 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Last week David Cook emerged as a clear frontrunner on "American Idol" after performing a stripped down version of the Michael Jackson classic, "Billie Jean."
Cook’s rendition, however, wasn’t a new interpretation, but rather one former Soundgarged frontman-turned-Audioslave frontmant-turned-solo artist Chris Cornell created for his 2007 solo album, "Carry On." And although the contender covered the song faithfully, Cornell told Billboard he had no qualms with the performance.
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David Cook Talks New Album
David Cook, at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards, tells Access when people can expect to see his new album hit shelves.
2008 Teen Choice Awards: Jonas Brothers, ‘HSM’ stars, Fergie, LC & David Cook Arrivals
The Jonas Brothers, Zac Efron & Vanessa Hudgens, Fergie, David Cook and Lauren Conrad hit the red carpet for the 2008 Teen Choice Awards.
Dish Of Salt: David Cook & Kristy Lee Cook Talk ‘Idol’ Tour
Access’ Laura Saltman gets all the info about the upcoming “American Idols Live” tour.
Dish Of Salt: Chikezie & Brooke White Talk ‘Idol’ Tour
What can fans expect on the “American Idols Live” tour? Chikezie and Brooke give Access the scoop!
Dish Of Salt: Jason Castro & Syesha Mercado Talk ‘Idol’ Tour
Jason and Syesha talk about how excited they are to hit the road, what songs they will be singing on the tour and what they think of David Cook being called on of People’s sexiest bachelors.
Access Express: May 28, 2008
The express delivers a happy Madonna. Patrick Swayze makes progress and who was David Cook’s “Idol” date? Plus, was Kirstin Dunst depressed?
‘Idol’ David Cook Performs On The Access Stage
Fresh off his “American Idol” victory, David Cook performs “The World I Know” on the Access Hollywood stage.
Dish Of Salt: David Cook Takes The ‘Idol’ Quiz
AccessHollywood.com’s Laura Saltman puts “Idol” winner David Cook’s “Idol” knowledge to the test.
Backstage With ‘Idol’ Winner David Cook
Access’ Shaun Robinson is backstage with “American Idol” David Cook who reveals he took the stage preparing to come in second.
Who Will Be The Next ‘American Idol?’
One thing is for sure, the next “American Idol” will be a David, but which one? Shaun Robinson is backstage at the Nokia Theatre with the remaining two “Idol” finalists to find the answer.
‘Idol’ Analysis: Duel Of The Davids (May 15, 2008)
With Syesha gone, it’s down to the dueling Davids. Music guru David Foster gives his take on what he thinks will happen next!
‘American Idol’s’ Top 4 Attend ‘The Beatles LOVE’ In Las Vegas
The season seven final four “American Idol” contestants — David Cook, Jason Castro, David Archuleta and Syesha Mercado — attend “The Beatles LOVE” by Cirque du Soleil at the Las Vegas Mirage Hotel & Casino.
People’s Hottest Bachelors 2008
Hot shots of People’s Hottest Bachelors of 2008!
David Cook Visits Access
‘American Idol’ David Cook visits Access Hollywood
‘American Idol’ Season 7 Finale
All the action from nights 1 and 2 of the show’s season finale!
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