Adam Lambert loses ”Idol” to Kris Allen; Remains coy about gay speculation
”It’s not dangling over my head. [Laughing] It may be dangling over yours, but it’s not over mine. Yeah, I think speculation keeps things really interesting…. I’m so happy for him. He deserves it.”
Adam Lambert, the runner-up in this year’s “American Idol” contest, when asked to confirm speculation about his sexuality that has been dangling over his head this season. Kris Allen, a married and seemingly wholesome guitar player beat out the early favorite who many have called a flamboyant glam rocker. Much press has been dedicated lately to numerous “So what if he’s gay” commentary, but Lambert’s unconfirmed sexuality proved to be an interest-generator for the top-rated, but aging program.(Entertainment Weekly)
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