You gave us something to talk about

Once again Idol Nation was forced to sit through an hour-long results show. Let me tell you, I’m still recovering from all the excitement. There were the interviews with random people (one of whom evidently had access to a television but not a razor), the big “Shrek” promo and performances from Martina McBride and Fergie (I only wish they would have done a duet). Talk about entertainment.

Eventually though, it was time to get down to business…and Idol fans said goodbye to this season’s most controversial — not to mention entertaining — contestant (I don’t even have you use his name yet you know who I’m talking about). I have to admit, I’m a little sad to see Sanjaya go. Forget all that “he’s ruining the integrity of the show” stuff, you're going to miss him, and you know it. But hey, at least we got to see the clip of that crying girl again.

And I'll just let my partner in crime (Gary) discuss Sanjaya's latest rendition of "Something to Talk About."

So Sanjaya’s departure means…yes, Jacksonville’s Phil Stacey will be back again next week. And he wasn’t even in the bottom three (bonus!). So Philnatics can relax until Tuesday. (Don’t you think we should have a Phil parade?)

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