On the other hand, seven of the previous 15 American Idol winners have been white Southern boys, so he fits the profile of an American Idol.
American Idol will anoint its first winner of the ABC era during Monday’s season finale, with a fresh young singer joining the ranks of Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood.
She’s more interesting than Gabby, but familiarity is a surer path to Idol success than talent alone.