Taylor Hicks' New Gig -- at a Housing Development!

76. TMZ really comes from the pits of HELL. Why don"t you discuss his very successful tour and his Kids One charity., his two independent albums which have sold very well and his hard work since he won American Idol. He has an interest in this lakefront property which he purchased three waterfront lots for $199,000 each and he wants to make sure that lowlifes like TMZ employees and owner do not invade this private setting. The state of Alabama does not want people without morals or conscious traveling through their state much less buying property here. TMZ is the Anna Nicole Smith of journalism.

Posted at 1:57PM on Oct 4th 2007 by joyce carter

77. I knew this guy would not go anywhere !

Posted at 2:08PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Whatever

78. I'm so happy to hear that most of you will NOT be coming to Alabama
because we don't need the likes of you around here.
Stay away, yankee, and quit judging or your karma wheel will always
be broken.
Taylor is an All American boy with great talent and we are proud to
claim him as our own. He supports local charities and does good things
for good people. His tour was amazing. Looking forward to seeing him
LIVE again. Don't try it though, you just might like it !!!
When did TMZ get so prejudiced?

Posted at 3:57PM on Oct 4th 2007 by onatayre

79. "[sic] — to indicate that an incorrect or unusual spelling, phrase, punctuation, and/or other preceding quoted material has been reproduced verbatim from the quoted original and is not a transcription error."
hmmm..."complementary [sic] food"
Nope, don't see the problem- spelled correctly, correct usage,...I don't get it.
Please enlighten us.

Posted at 8:34PM on Oct 4th 2007 by slongo

80. Mr. Hater, TAKE A PILL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Posted at 2:39PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Jay

81. I live in Birmingham and visit North Alabama every time I get the chance. It is absolutely gorgeous up there and people live GOOD!!!! Weiss Lake is also another beautiful place to live in Bama. The Mt. Cheaha area is another. Smith Lake area is another. All types of Wildlife including the Bald Eagle and alligators roam in those wide open areas. Ancient caves with crystal stalactites and 'mites'. A truly lovely sight to behold.

I ignore everyone on this sight that spew hate and ignorance because I know I live in one of the most Beautiful states in the Union. Hence the sign when you enter the state ---

WELCOME TO ALABAMA THE BEAUTIFUL!!!

Posted at 2:44PM on Oct 4th 2007 by MJ

82. YOU ARE SO RIGHT. VERY NEGATIVE SITE. ANS IS ALL THEY KNOW.

Posted at 2:47PM on Oct 4th 2007 by HI ALABAMA

83. Taylor's not a nice guy as some have said. Anybody know the real dirt as to why they hated him on AI? Please spill it. The only funny part of this item is thinking McPhee is doing better. TMZ - turn on the radio and figure out who's doing well from Idol.

Posted at 4:29PM on Oct 4th 2007 by videofan

84. One of the many great things about Taylor is that he doesn't care what celebrity-stalking losers think about him.

He used American Idol to get what he wanted -- the opportunity to tour. He is living the life he wants, and seems to be investing wisely and will likely retire rich. How many of you can say the same?

Posted at 3:21PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Rebecca

85. Taylor is a good talent and fun. I think his recording companies didn't stand behind him. If he were promoted in Videos it would help. Taylor is true to himself and how he entertains and what his goals are. The Naysayer's need to get a life. Why hasn't he had good radio play. I think Taylor will do just fine.

Posted at 3:44PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Vin

86. You obnoxious comments were not necessary. Just because Taylor does not fall prey to the stalkerazzi does not give you the right to trash him. I agree with "Lovin' Alabama". I am so glad that Hollywood and other places such as this does not set the standards for property values throughout the country. I will take that" whopping $49, 900" anyday.

Posted at 4:04PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Middle America Man

87. Selling swampland to toothless banjo-picking retards? Must all be Idol fans.
What a tard.

Posted at 4:24PM on Oct 4th 2007 by L.A. Douchenozzle, Esq.

88. Please TMZ, don't waste your space discussing this untalented bar-band flop. The world has forgotten him and it should come as no surprise that he's hawking cheap land in the hinterlands of his native Alabama. Meanwhile, the real winner of American Idol Season 5, Chris Daughtry, is selling millions of albums and is touring Asia and Australia. Why don't you guys report that!

Posted at 3:54PM on Oct 4th 2007 by shel

89. Uhm some of you people are IGNORANT! Taylors music is the best!
In answer to your question is this hitting it big?
Hitting it big is having charting songs and an album chart to number 2, which he did. Hitting it big is being on a sold out tour for a year which he is.
Hitting it big is having a best selling book, which he did.
And he is opening a club in AL in addition to doing this community gig, and helping w 2 charities which he also does.
Is that enough?
Yeah I thought so. get your facts straight!

Posted at 4:20PM on Oct 4th 2007 by Taylor is the best!

90. taylor is just now ending his third tour in over a year...he's played hundreds fo venues over the past few months and i'm glad that he's finally getting the chance to get some relaxation and do a simple event like this. taylor is a great singer and performer...none of you people that are saying bad things about him know anything about him. why are you wasting your time? geez, grow up. TMZ has been trashing taylor for quite some time now, and if they feel it's mandatory to do that, so be it...i just don't get why so many people feel compelled to go to a gossip site just so they can trash some guy they don't know...classy. i bet your mothers would be sooo proud of you.

Posted at 4:29PM on Oct 4th 2007 by taylor is the best!