Patti Labelle 2. 3.
Anita Baker
Mary J. Blige
Billy Joe (Green Day)
The Game
Aretha Franklin , 2
Diana Ross
Smokey Robinson
Ashford & Simpson
Gloria Estefan
The Pointer Sisters
Kanye West 2. 3.
Donna Summer
Missy Elliott 2.
Jamie Foxx
Beyonce
Eva Pigford
Star Jones
Janet Jackson
Chaka Khan
Elton John 2.
Brandy
Lil Mo
India Arie
Mario
Jermaine Dupri
Denzel Washington 2.
Clive Davis
Alicia Keys
Santana
Sheryl Crow
Jason Mraz
Diane Warren
Barbara Cook
Fred Bronson
Dallas Austin
Neil Sedaka
Ellen Degeneres
Vivian Green
Katie Couric
Robin Williams
Carson Daly
Steven Hill
Gabrielle Union 2.
Natascha Mcelhone
Doug Banks
Steve Harvey
Ed Gordon
Charles Barkley
Cedric the Entertainer
Ciara
Syleena Johnson
Anastacia
Brian Mcknight
Shawn and Marlon Wayans
Diane Sawyer
Gayle King
Trey Songz
Swin Cash
Webbie
Tye Tribbett
Teedra Moses
Rahsaan Patterson
Waters & Bianciello
Hal Jackson
Harold Lilly
Rene Syler
Robert Morris
Swin Cash
Roneeka Hodges
Billy Daley (Versace)
Tommy Hilfiger
Trey Laird
Ghostface from Wu-Tang
Frankie Muniz
Sharon Osbourne
Ray Romano
Amy Yasbeck
Nicole Kidman
Lori Loughlin
Kate Hudson
Andy Richter
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Holly Robinson Peete
Giuliana Depandi
Ben Stiller and his wife
Redman
Method Man
Richard Schiff
Kate Hudson
Lea Thompson
Mo'nique
Henry Winkler
Christina Applegate
Toni Braxton
Weird Al Yankovic
Craig Marks (Blender)
Amy Barnett (Teen People)
Janice Min (US Weekly)
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The link for this page is http://fan-tasia.net/celebsupportJanuary 2006
In an interview, Mary J. Blige was asked about what singers she listens to and admires. She mentioned a few, then gushed over Fantasia: "You have Fantasia, who is a singing fool [laughs] and I'm using that in a positive way. She can truly blow and she's an entertainer when you watch her."
November 2005
In an interview, Kanye was asked why he picked Fantasia to tour with him. He answered "Fantasia, I saw her performing at (the AMA's). I was floored. I just thought she was a dope ass performer and I wanted more people to see her.
October 2005
In an October 11th interview, Ed Gordon said he loved seeing Fantasia perform live, stressing that she was great on television but that she was even more incredible as a live performer. He also praised her as a courageous person and commended her for writing her book, which he described as being the most real he's read in quite some time.
September 2005
"I also like Fantasia a lot" (in the article she talks about American Idol and how her and Clive bumped heads a little because they were both {Aretha's label is Aretha Records but there have not been any releases yet or a website} trying to sign Frenchie Davis)
In the Daily Star, she said of Fantasia: "I think she's amazing and I could listen to her all day long."
In a sounds-of-soul.com interview, the singer (known for her collaboration with Kanye West on his song "All Falls Down") said "I like the way Fantasia sings. I'm real excited about her. I was real excited about her winning. She can really sing real, not a joke."
August 2005
On August 10th, Singer Lil' Mo was interviewed on Star and Buc Wild's radio show about who she'd like to tour with, and she said Fantasia and Faith (Evans). Later, on Wendy Williams radio show, Lil Mo said Fantasia is her girl...she said Fantasia is family, that her and Fantasia talk on the phone all the time and that their daughters are friends cuz they are close in age. She said she has nothing but love for Fantasia........she also said she watched AI when Fantasia was on and voted her. On August 11th, an interview with Lil' Mo was published. She was asked how she felt about the current state of R&B and she replied: "Thank God I'm back. Thank God for Fantasia. Thank God for Faith, because the other stuff that was coming out was not a good look."
July 2005
OnfJulya27th on B.E.T.'s "The Center", R&B singer Trey Songz said that Fantasia's "Free Yourself" was his favorite song on the radio. fan-tasia.net
InftheaAugust edition of the magazine 'Sports Illustrated for Kids', WNBA player Swin Cash listed Fantasia's "I Believe" along with Tina Turner, Alicia Keys, Nelly and DMX as who she was listening to. Cash said: "Music is so inspiring. With athletes, it can hit a chord. It can motivate you for a game or get you to calm down after a game. Music plays a big part in my life."fan-tasia.net
HotfrapperaWebbie was interviewed about the B.E.T. awards and said "I met everybody. Steve Harvey, Fantasia. That's my girl. She said I'm her baby. " fan-tasia.net
Infan interview at the B.E.T. awards aboutaperforming with Fantasia, Tye said “we were doing a sound-check and I just turned into a fan. I am so excited” fandashtasia.net
Missyfreleaseda"4 My Man", a duet with Fantasia, on her CD "The Cookbook". On working with Fantasia, she said "I so enjoyed working with her. She's one of the most incredible voices I've heard in a long time", says Missy. "As soon as I did the record I knew it was for her." fan - tasia.net
InfearlyaJuly, Patti was on B.E.T. Style being interviewed about who she thought would be the next R&B legend. Patti said "Fantasia...from American Idol. That's the baby Patti. When I see her I think about me. She shouts across that stage and she ... she'll probably be kicking off her shoes soon, kicking off her shoes, rolling on the floor..." Also, this article revealed that Patti will be doing a duet with Fantasia.
VivianfGreenalisted Fantasia on her Itunes celebrity playlist: "Baby Mama - Because I'm a Baby Mama". Additionally, there's this report from a fan: Vivian green was performing, then she goes into this monlologue about how she took a year off because she had a baby, and that she's not with his father anymore. So she asks the crowd what does that make her, and she said a BABY MAMA, thats right yall. Then she even started singing the hook and everything and said how she really loves that song.
June 2005
Fan-tasia.netfmembera"Igotluv" offers this first hand account: "I noticed EVA PIGFORD was standing because she was saying "SING IT TASIA! GO TASIA!I loved her intro for that? How she said she had a guy who she was really diggin and he looked good too but the only problem was he wasn't treating her right. She got a few AMENS on that. LOL! The reaction to "ova, ova" was the same we had when we first saw it on Leno . I was watching her and the crowd was so loud I took my eyes off for a second. They really showed love! I was a bit surprised they knew the song so well. Well after EVA said "GO TASIA" I turned around to see who it was. I froze for a second and then jumped into action w/ my camera but that pic came out dark. She smiled and then shook her hand no and mouthed no pics and pointed to the stage.I honored her request, but once we got into the lobby more people starting noticing her and they guy next to her...*you will see him* told her to pose. So I snapped one!Also, she blew Tasia a kiss and Tasia blew one back. If ya'll were wondering who that was for it was EVA. (After the show, Igotluv snapped this picture, documenting the story) fan - tasia.net
Infan interview for Sounds-of-soul.com,aTeedra said "Those are the three people I've focused on myself, and Raphael Saadiq. Fantasia, I would love to (work with). I don't know if she would be to bit outta my reach. She has this amazing gospel voice."
DenzelfandaPauletta Washington attended Fantasia's concert and denzel was heard telling his wife "That girl is making me sweat!"
SmokeyfRobinson listed Fantasia on his Itunes celebrity playlist with the text "Normally at this stage in her career, we'd call her an up and coming artist, but clearly she has arrived. This is one of my favorite classic standards." fan - tasia.net
Askedfhowathe "Find Yourself Tour" was going, Rahsaan described Fantasia as "Shirley Caesar and Tina Turner all rolled into one...every night!" A day later he said she was "enjoyable, very inspiring and a ball of FIRE. "Very cool people."
Cedric the Entertainer Fan Dash
OnftheaJune 4th edition of B.E.T.'s celebrity-hosted countdown, Cedric played Fantasia's "Truth Is" in his countdown, said the song was beautiful and said she was the greatest American Idol ever.
Roneeka Hodges (WNBA Player) fan - tasia.net
Infthis interviewaof her and her twin sister,IRoneeka lists Fantasia and Destiny's Child as her favorite artists. fan-tasia.net
May 2005
AtftheaAI4 finale, Brandy was being interviewed about how AI people could make it in the business and she said (paraphrase) "They may not have the voiceIofIFantasia but...(sic)" (they still have a shot). Additionally, in an interview in Jet Magazine in 2004, Brandy quoted Fantasia and said she agrees with Fantasia's sentiment that having a baby doesn't mean you stop following your dreams.
In an interview posted at AmericanTheatrewing.org, Broadway legend Barbara Cook was asked about broadway, a New York Times article that said American Idol style singing was ruining it, and melisma. She said "There's one person who came out of American Idol who I think is a bona fide star, and that's Fantasia. I was in Los Angeles, California for the Grammys just recently and I went to a big party the night before and she sang. And she knocked me out. She is a tremendous entertainer, I think she's got it all. She looks great, and her melisma doesn't bother me in the least, because it's coming from something, it's not just tacked on, you know? So it's possible to get some good out of that show."
InfaaMay 2005 interview, the Pointer Sisters were asked if they ever watched American Idol & had a favorite contestant: fan - tasia.net
"Fantasia.fSheaseemed like such a sweet girl. I really related to her story because I was a single parent. I was pregnant at 17, a mother at 18, and I was just devastated thinking my life wouldn't amount to anything. Having a child and struggling and finally wirting a good song and getting a break, I thought, "Oh my God. This can't be true!"II'm still amazed and grateful for what's happened in my life. And that's what I see in her. She comes from a very humble background, and she seemed humbled by the experience. And then, on top of that, she can sing her ass off!"
Mayf9th,a2005, Fantasia sang in Clive's honor at CarnegieIHall and received a standing ovation.
April 2005
AfterfseeingaFantasia perform "Free Yourself" on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on April 11th, 2005, Natascha said to Fantasia: "You're Amazing!" fan - tasia.net
OnftheaApril 11th Tonight Show, Jay Leno announced beforeIFantasia's performance, that Charles had sought out Fantasia for an autograph and gotten it.
March 2005
Ellen Degeneres fan - tasia.net
Afterfhavingaher on the show 3 times, Ellen said Fantasia was her "Favorite Idol," as she invited her back for a fourth appearance. After her first appearance and performance on Ellen's show, Ellen told Fantasia "You lift me higher".
Ciaraflisteda3 of Fantasia's songs on her Itunes Playlist! Her comments were: Free Yourself: "The message on this record is amazing. She really sings herIbehind off on this one!" Got Me Waiting: "This is a song I co-wrote. The production is incredible!" Don'tIAct Right: "I love the tempo and the energy that this one gives you. Again, she just blows it away!"
OnfMarcha19th, Mario held his own video countdown on B.E.T. and put Fantasia on it. On that show he said Fantasia was his 'girl' and he was singing one of her songs. Fan Dash
Banksfsaid on his radio show that he liked Fantasia & her music.
WhilefSteveahas made it clear that he loves FantasiaIas a performer in a lot of different ways, perhaps one of his funniest and most outrageous was whenIhe said on his radio program of Fantasia: "Your little black ass can sang!"
Starfhasatermed Fantasia "The Voice," and has madeIit no secret that she absolutely adores Fantasia. Fan Dash
February 2005
AsfFantasia'saperformance of "I Believe" was ending on the NAACP awards and her standing ovation was beginning, the camera panned past a gleefully applaudingIJamie Foxx and landed on Oprah, who was seen to exclaim: "WOW.....WOWWEE!"When AmericanIIdol's Simon Cowell appeared on Oprah's show weeks later, she was still talking about Fantasia,Isaying "I just saw her the other night at something. Seems to have a really great personage, you know? A nice soul, great spirit. Great spirit"
Atfthe 2005aNAACP awards, Gayle was shownIwildly clapping and saying "Bravo, Fantasia" after Fantasia performed "I Believe."
Jamiefwasainterviewed with Fantasia and CliveIDavis at Clive's Pre-Grammy party and said he would do a duet with Fantasia. Weeks later at the NAACP awards, he stood during Fantasia's standing ovation, wildly clapping and cheering Fantasia. Fan Dash
AfterfFantasia's incredible performance at Clive Davis' Pre-Grammy party, Robin Williams exclaimed "Pass The (offering) Plate!"
Fantasiafreportedathat KanyeIspoke to her at Clive Davis' Pre-GrammyIparty and said "We have to do something together!"
AtfClive Davis'aPre-Grammy Party, Alicia was impressed by Fantasia's performance, saying she was "loving listening to Fantasia and Jamie Foxx." Fantasia has also said she enjoys Alicia Keys' performances. Fan Dash
Duringftheir duet of "Summertime" atIClive Davis' Grammy Party,IChaka acknowledged that Fantasia could holdaher own against the legendary songstress. The duet received a standing ovation for their performance.
AtfClive Davis' Pre-Grammy party she said of Fantasia "I Like Her!"
Fantasiafwas interviewedaabout performing at Clive's Pre-GrammyIparty and she said she looked into the audience and "Janet Jackson was there and as I was singing I was looking at her and she gave me this look like ‘You go girl!’"
Infinterviews prior to Clive Davis' Pre-Grammy party, Carlos talked about how performing there (Fantasia was the featured artists of the evening) you had to be a real artist, a real musician. Carlos also clapped fervently when Fantasia sang live on CNN'sILarryIKing Live. On top of those items, their picture togetherasays it all. Fan Dash
January 2005
Infan MTV article, BillyaJoe said Fantasia is "Pretty damn Good."
Infhis Rolling Stone Interview, the game says:" I got the Fantasia CD today. I like her. There's a hot song called "Baby Mama." She's like the new Aretha Franklin."
Infthe January, 2005 issueaof Jet Magazine, Dupri said: "Working withIFantasiaIwas fun because she's so into what she does and she understands that she's one hit record away from being not only the biggest 'American Idol,' but one of the biggest stars in the world."
2004
Infthe San Francisco Chronicle,aSongwriters Watters and Biancaniello have this to say of Fantasia: “Fantasia is astounding,” Watters says. “Usually, Louis and I will take singers for hours and hours to get a great vocal down — sometimes days — but she came in there and made the record in 40 minutes and just blew us away. It wasn’t like she went in there and sang allout soul-gospel. She also got on the verses and gave it what they needed, which was a little bit more beauty, a little bit more restraint.” Biancaniello explains. “It’s really a different project with each artist. You know, Fantasia is an incredible gospel singer." Fan Dash
ThefKennedy Center Honors choseIFantasiaIto honor Elton John in December, 2004. Fantasia performed magnificently and received a standing ovation from the audience of entertainment and political celebrities, including the president.aElton john bit his lip, teared up, applauded and blew Fantasia a kiss.
Infhis column for Billboard magazine, Fred states: "I'm aIFantasiaIfan, too, both personally and professionally.aMy personal favorite track is "Baby Mama," which I'd love to see released as a single."
AtfHal Jackson's birthday party, Patti unexpectedly called Fantasia on stage to duet with her. Fantasia wowed Patti and the crowd at the legendary rainbow room. Patti publicly gave Fantasia her phone number and said "Call Anytime!"
AfterfPatti Labelle calledIFantasiaIup on stage,IFantasia gave an impromptu performance at his birthday party.aDays later, on his radio show, Hal remarked that "Patti gave Fantasia a 'Diva test' and Fantasia tore it up."
Infa New York Metro article, Lilly sings Fantasia's praises: "Fantasia, seeing that she's a true artist and a true singer.” Of her voice, Lilly says: “It's really passionate, it's raw, full of emotion.” Associate & Engineer Kamel Abdo: “She's just a natural,” Abdo says. “She takes incredible direction."
DianefSawyer cheerfully toldIFantasiaI"I voted for you 12 times." at ABC's Women Who Rock Concert Series in November, 2004.
Infan interview for the Houston Chronicle, Morris said of Fantasia: "When I saw her perform, I knew I had to dress that girl. She's bold, strong and is a perfect muse for me."
Infa Seattle newspaper article, Swin saysIFantasia is one of her favorite artists.
Arethafcalled Fantasia's record company, looking to talk to Fantasia. She finally got Fantasia's number and called and left her a message: "Hi, this is Aretha, I'm calling for my child."
Atfthe 2004 American Music Awards, anIattendee reports that Diana gave Fantasia a huge hug in the aisle after Fantasia'sIperformance. Also, at Clive Davis' pre-grammy party, She handed the microphone to Fantasia and was tickled pink as Fantasia serenaded her.
After the American Music Awards, Kanye said "One of the things I wanted to say is how much I appreciated the opportunity to beat the AMAs and to get to hear John Mayer perform and Maroon 5 do their new single and to get to seeIFantasia."
BrianfMcknight has introduced Fantasia on several different shows, saying on the American Music Awards: "If you don't know who our next performer is, you must be living on another planet, and that planet is not in our solar system."
Thefbrothers were seriously having fun withIFantasia on 106th and Park, giving her multiple comments about her time on American Idol.
Duringfa September 2004 Billboard Radio broadcast,IDiane Warren eagerly asked Fantasia to record her song "Don't Want to Miss a Thing." (famously sung by Aerosmith)
AroundfAugust 30th, 2004 they had "Anita Baker" Weekend in Detroit and in two of the interviews one on TV (Fox 2) and I'm not quite sure in which radio interview there were two.... I listened to 105.9 & 92.3 that day and they asked her about music today... In her response she made a comment on Fantasia... Saying that she listens to I Believe, Fantasia has a good spirit and she listens to her song,"I Believe" and it lifts her spirits.
Ashfordf& Simpson were so impressed byIFantasia when she performed at the Princess Grace Gala, which they attended, that they invited her to legendary radio announcer Hal Jackson's birthday party at the famed "Rainbow Room". At the party, Fantasia was asked to give an impromptu co-performance by none other than Patti Labelle.
Infan Essence magazine interview, Actress Gabrielle Union said "I voted for Fantasia 17 times!" When she appeared on 106th & Park in 2005, she said she liked Fantasia.
Dallas Austin, Steven Hill, India Arie
Infa Vibe Magazine interview, ProducerIDallasIAustin, B.E.T. VP Steven Hill and Singer India Arie spoke about Fantasia. Austin said "Fantasia's a fantastic singer with a vocal ability and style unlike any other artist out there right now. Even though she has a great voice, she must have hit songs to ensure her success in the music industry. With the right songs, she can seize the spotlight. As long as she's stays humble, authentic, and true to her roots, her music career will stand the test of time."
IndiafArie said "Fantasia is that rare combination of unique and excellent, and I'm not just talking about her voice. It's her name, and herIsmile, and her tone. She's so not Macy Gray. I hope as she records her debut album, she reminds us to takeIrisks the way she did on the show.
Hillfsaid "When she sings it, you believe it. I think she's going to have a big pop audience. She could be like a new Mary J. Blige to single mothers."
Infa July, 2004 interview for Canada-basedIFuse TV, she said of Fantasia:
"I'llftell you, the girl who won this yearIFantasia, she did a performance for the Macy's 4th of July special and I watched that and I must say she is the most talented live performers I have seen in a long time, I was reallyIshocked whenIsomeone told me that she was from "the show." She's got some pipes and some real soul that you couldIjust hearIand see coming from off her. " (editor's note - this quote is a paraphrase and fan-tasia.net has been working on getting the video or transcript)
Carsonfsaid "To be honest, I've never been a big fan of 'American Idol.' It's been off my radar," said Daly, the former K-ROCK disc jockey who found fame as host of the MTV talk show "TRL." "But of all the winners, Fantasia has been myIfavorite. She has a lot of qualities that will sustain her for the future; she isn't just for the moment."
Estefanfpraised Fantasia for being a greatIsinger and a young mother who succeeded in achieving her dreams.
Denzel and Pauletta Washington
Denzelfand Pauletta sent Fantasia a spa basket around the time ofthe AI3 finale and invited her to their home. Some timeIafter winning, Fantasia went to the Washington's home for a cookout and was greeted by singer NatalieIColeIand actorISamuel Jackson. They also voiced their support for Fantasia on Access Hollywood and Ryan Seacrest's "OnAir" show.
Afterfinforming Fantasia's fans that theICFDAIdid not have video of her performance of Billy Joel's "New York State of Mind", he said "I am sorry to say - both personally and professionally there is not a recording of Fantasia's' performance that night. It is burned on my memory though." "The CFDA Fashion Awards is a very exclusive event aimed at the best in Fashion - we were very lucky to have had the honor to have Fantasia perform."
Atfthe CFDA's and US Fantasia/Hillfiger fashion shoot published in US Weekly, Hilfiger said: "Fantasia can wear anything and look incredible. She looks great in color!" (The urban legend about Tommy Hilfiger is explained here) fan-tasia.net
Atfthe Council of FashionIDesigner Awards,ITrey said of the prospects of signing Fantasia to a Fashion deal: "Any smartIcompany would." Shortly thereafter, Fantasia signed deals with American Rag CIE and M.A.C. Cosmetics.
FromfPeople Magazine: "I didn't know Fantasia was performing (at the CFDA awards)," she said as the new American Idol kicked off the show. "I cried when I watched her win."
WhenfFantasia was first interviewed after performing "I Believe" on CBS's early morning show, TV host Rene Syler gave a spirited interview with her and at the end she was so enamored with Fantasia she gave Fantasia the shoes off of her feet. fan-tasia.net
Craig Marks, music editor for Blender Magazine
Infa USA Today story, Marks said: "I'm not sure what kind of material I'd give Fantasia...But I do know she's really good. She seems like a completely grounded girl who's also a bit of a weirdo, and that's what's so refreshing about her. Of all the people who've been on American Idol , she's the only one whose record I really want to hear." Everyone who has some experience in the record business is convinced that Fantasia is the one (Idol) who really deserves a national stage," says Craig Marks, editor of music magazine Blender. "Fantasia is the very first rock singer, as opposed to lounge or pop singer, in the three-year history of American Idol. There are a lot of reasons the show is terrific as television,but Fantasia is the first reason it's proven to be a boon to music fans and a great talent scout. "On vocal chops alone, it's almost shocking how raw and rock 'n' roll her voice is, compared to the smooth and bland singing usually produced on that show. All the things people rightfully accuse American Idol singers of being -- generic and watered-down and histrionic and melismatic -- Fantasia is the antidote to that. She's a down-and-dirty soul singer ." If Barrino doesn't outsell her Idol cohorts initially, she's likely to outlast them , Marks says. "As a vocalist and personality, she's got something that feels more built to last," he says. "It sounds older. The music world will be a slightly richer place with her in it." fan-tasia.net
Infa USA Today article, Barnett said "There's not much a producer or label could do to counter that voice," says Teen People managing editor Amy Barnett. " She's very real and not at all cheesy, as opposed to people from the prior season, who felt so manufactured. The fact that she had to overcome some adversity to get where she is made people like her even more. As long as she sticks to music that showcases her vocal abilities, she can expect a platinum album ."
Infan MTV.com report, Mraz said: "Fantasia's 'Summertime' was the most amazing performance I've ever seen on television. It was stunning to watch."
Janice Min, US Weekly fan-tasia.net
Onfthe Wednesday, May 26, 2004 Today Show, Janice said: "And, you know, Fantasia--you know, we've seen everyone from Clive Davis, who was one of the judges come on and, you know, talk about how much they love her. She's won over the entertainment industry already."
Infa video with Ghostface being interviewed, seated at what appears to be a restaurant/club, Ghostface grabs the small mic and says: "My girl Fantasia--she's real, na'mean?! Shout her out, do whatever you gotta do!, get on the internet, wherever, na'mean, just big her up man, this is real. Fantasia, word up, holla at me, na'mean, so we can do some work!"
Onfthe Regis and Kelly show, Missy said she loves Fantasia's vocal talent and what we see on T.V. isn't half of what she hears in the studio (rehearsing, etc.). Regis also asked Missy if that was something you're just born with or something you learn. Missy said that her voice "is definitely something you're born with." Besides that, missy has repeatedly praised Fantasia and Fantasia has relayed the stories of how well they got along in the studio.
American Idol
Atfor around the Finale of AI3, these celebs voiced their support for Fantasia: Frankie Muniz, Sharon Osbourne, Ray Romano, Amy Yasbeck, Nicole Kidman, Lori Loughlin, Kate Hudson, Andy Richter, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Holly Robinson Peete, Giuliana Depandi, Ben Stiller and his wife, Redman (TV Guide), Method Man (TV Guide) Richard Schiff, Kate Hudson (On Leno), Lea Thompson and Mo'nique. fan-tasia.net
OtherfCelebrities went further. Henry Winkler said "You've got incredible judges, Simon speaks the truth, I always agree with him. And Ryan is really good at what he does , but Fantasia," he smiles, "there's something in her that is bigger than anything. We voted for her about 250 times!"
In a mid-season interview for AZcentral.com, Gabrielle Union said I love Fantasia "BoBo" Barrino and also LaToya London. It's like the difference between Anita Baker and Mary J. Blige. Both are amazing, but Fantasia has brought me to tears a few times.
Christina Applegate said "Fantasia! From the first time I saw her, I knew that's my girl."
TonifBraxton sent Fantasia a candle from Tiffany's in support. fan-tasia.net
PattifLabelle said, when asked who should win American Idol, "It should be Fantasia," she said. "It has to be or the world is crooked."
WeirdfAl Yankovic, judging the American Idol competition before the finale, said of the competitors: "Diana Degarmo really isn't a bad singer. Out of the 12 finalists, I would say she's easily, oh...in the top seven. But she isn't in the same class as Fantasia Barrino; she doesn't even go to the same school. If we lived in a world where the voting public had the capacity to actually recognize talent, and they were willing to vote based on that criterion alone, I'd say Fantasia would have about a 99% chance of winning (give or take a percent)." fan-tasia.net
Onfthe May 26th, 2004 edition of The "Today Show", Couric said "Fantasia does seem to be sort of the ultimate performer." fan-tasia.net
RealizingfFantasia was immensely talented, Elton John famously called America on why she was in the bottom three on American Idol.
Duringfdisco night on American Idol three, Donna says Fantasia is "Fabulous", following it with "You could sing the newspaper to me and I'd love it." fan-tasia.net
Fromfa Fox News interview: "Fantasia is clearly the winner for me," says legendary singer - and former guest "Idol" judge - Neil Sedaka. "She's the more flexible singer, a young Aretha Franklin, she's got the confidence, the communication and she exudes star quality. When I heard her sing 'Summertime' recently, that clinched it for me." Sedaka said he's even called into the show to vote for Fantasia a few times this season.
Legendaryfsongwriters and performers Ashford & Simpson's Quote from American Idol 3 after seeing Fantasia perform: "Fantasia should be Fantastic"
ClivefDavis' support for Fantasia is almost unmatched. After repeatedly saying he would have signed her if he'd seen her perform "in a basement in Kansas", he unveiled Fantasia to the entertainment world at his legendary Pre-Grammy party which had previously featured grammy winners Maroon 5 and Alicia Keys. Fantasia did not disappoint that night, receiving two standing ovations. fan-tasia.net
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