121. As I recall, David Cook shed some tears too. But of course TMZ didn't report on that because it's so obviously biased against Archuleta. After being away from home for three months, dealing with all the pressure and stress that Idol gives its contestants, and then returning home after making the top three, expecting to see just a couple people waving and instead coming home to a crowd of thousands cheering happily for him-- I think the kid's entitled to a few tears. He's more than earned it.

Posted at 6:37PM on May 11th 2008 by Winner

122. I live in Utah and watched EVERYTHING about David Archeleta on TV. He was overwhelmed with happiness at all the fans that came to cheer him and voice their support. When that picture was taken he had already been at a Fox network on TV for an hour (with hundreds of people waiting for him) - he was drilled with questions and handled himself in a very mature and professional manner. He then took off to be interviewed at two different radio stations - then going on to where you see him in this photo. (He showed a brief moment of tearing up from overjoyment and that was when this picture was taken.) Thousands of people showed up for his signing at the Gateway Mall and caught the SLC police off guard. He had such a larger turn out then was predicted. He signed autographs and handled them out to a few lucky fans that arrived at 4AM to wait in line just to see him. He was then wisked away for about an hour before he went to his high school - where thousands and thousands of people showed up!! He sang three songs (and yesterday was named David Archeleta Day and a street was named after him) and was awesome and very sincere. He then later went to the Jazz playoff game and sang the National Anthem to yet another sell out crowd. David is awesome and I wish him the best of luck. It will some down to David and David for the final two, JMHO. I love them both, but hope our David wins! GO DAVID!!!

Posted at 3:28PM on May 12th 2008 by Gina

123. why would you pick on a 17-years-old crying when a 25-years-old (david cook) did the same thing???
you guys are pathetic!!

Posted at 12:28PM on May 13th 2008 by paty

124. What on Earth is the matter with you people? You didn't make a big deal of Syesha crying and doing all that she could to get sympathy on last week's Idol broadcast. Can it be that so many people are threatened by a 17-year-old boy. David Cook is arrogant and pompous. You don't comment on that. Give this kid a break.

Posted at 3:28PM on May 13th 2008 by emilyv

125. Your stupid tv show sucks !!! All you do is make fun of people and exaggerate stories of people. You need to get a life and leave this boy alone. He is talented, good looking, young, and has a genuine personality that no one can match!!!! You need to get your facts straight about people before you bash them. I have seen you lie before about people and I don't watch your show because all you do is start rumors!!!!

Posted at 4:23PM on May 13th 2008 by nicole

126. Have ya ever reported Syesha crying last week or Jason forgetting his words???? Lay off this kid you know he is awesome you need to get a life....and a news show that reports the news and not lies!!!

Posted at 4:24PM on May 13th 2008 by nicole

127. This punk is soooo fake! He's just sickening! Every week, it's the same old thing: "Gosh, Gosh, Gosh"!!!! I don't know why anyone says he can sing! It's the same old raspy thing, almost like he's asmatic, trying to get a breath! Every note is the same, every corny line is the same. He doesn't even carry himself well! It is even PAINFUL to watch. Syesha and Cook at least look and act normal, not to mention have talent. I just want to throw up each time that Randy just sings his praises, no matter what! I think it's rigged for him to win. Dear old dad must have something on somebody!

Posted at 6:38PM on May 15th 2008 by dck

128. You must be a bunch of mean people at TMZ who enjoy saying nasty things about a talented boy. I guess he's just too wholesome for you!

Posted at 1:27AM on May 17th 2008 by mauralee

129. David Cook and David Archuleta are both fine singers. And David A. was here clearly touched by the support, love and cheers of his hometown. It's a touching scene for those who have a heart.

What bothers me reading the comments on this website -- and so many others -- is that there seems to be an unreasonable hatred toward David Archuleta on the part of many. The bitterness and venom is just shocking.

I remember an America when there was civility and decency in public discourse. But here I find a maniacal hatred of a 17 year old kid. What in the hell is that about? David A. is a good kid with a big heart and soul. He loves to sing. He is just doing what he loves, and it seems many people find his music and his presence to be encouraging and moving. So why this sick urge to insult him, put him down, and to spin even his tears of joy as a sign of weakness on his part? That's garbage. TMZ is really stooping into the gutter making such a dumb story out of this, and lots of mindless croneys are following suit.

Have we as a nation, as a people, gone straight to hell? Have we lost our class, our dignity, our respect?

I really hope David A. wins big. I hope he grows into the fulness of his talent and becomes truly great.

And meanwhile, the thoughtless writers and editors of TMZ, and the naysayers, will continue being pathetic.

TMZ and the moronic demon spawn of haters are the real "crybabies" -- not David Cook (who has cried on stage), and certianly not David A.

Posted at 1:50PM on May 19th 2008 by Mike

130. David, you are THE WINNER, you are a WORLD IDOL, what the producers of american idol have done to you is very nasty, Simon is a racist who came to america to take all american`s money, he fixed the show for David Cook//// DAVID ARCHULETA YOU ARE THE BEST

Posted at 2:33AM on May 23rd 2008 by William

131. Good grief! LEAVE THE KID ALONE! Everyone would be crying in a situation like that! David Cook broke out into tears during one of his radio interviews today, too. They're all under a lot of pressure and extremely moved by the support.

Man, TMZ is really sinking lower and lower! Show some support and love to your AMERICAN IDOLS - ALL OF THEM!!! MAN!

Posted at 5:43PM on May 25th 2008 by Annie

132. David Archuleta should have won American Idol. He can sing any kind of song. He can sing high, medium, and low range. He can hit the high notes, as well as the low notes. David Cook seems like a nice guy but he can only sing High range songs. He has to change the songs so he can shout or scream them out. There's no way Cook can sing LOVE ME TENDER, or IMAGINE the way Archuleta did.

Posted at 2:45AM on May 27th 2008 by rhonda

133. I've seen your TV show...most of you dorks in that office couldn't get laid in a prison while offering early release passes.

You guys at TMZ are a buch of wankers. Why haven't you guys had your "moles" look into the possibility that AI producers are trying to promote Cook by taking songs from other contestants...and forcing them to sing songs "as written" and not to make them too much their own/different.

This kid is pure, innocent and genuine and you have to take this clip out of context just so you can make fun. If you knew more about him...you'ld know why it was so overwhelming...AND...you jackasses...ALL THREE of the final contestants cried while on their home visits...JERKS!

Posted at 12:20PM on May 28th 2008 by WhatEv!

134. Aww Leave the kid alone.Those were happy tears.That was a proud day for for him come on landing in second is not bad.he should of won but he'll be alright.i look forward to hearing from him. David your amazing-
I'm David Archukleta's # 1 fan always!

Posted at 4:36PM on May 28th 2008 by AprilJ

135. David had been doing interviews since 5 in the morning. At 11 he went to the gateway mall where he expected to see a couple hundred people at the most. He did not understand how many fans he has and he was overwhelmed with gratitude when he was met by thousands of people. He thanked the people and told then how much he appreciated them and their support. He did this very well and then he walked to the back of the stage and with his back to the audience,wiped some tears of gratitude and appreciation from his eyes. He did not do this for show and tried to do it discretely. His mother also wiped tears from her eyes. Within a minute or so he regained his composure turned back around and went to sign autographs with a smile on his face. He is a genuine and humble person who appreciates more than he can put into words the support that has been shown to him. He communicates his love and his heart when he sings. I love this kid and see no need for anyone to try to hurt him. He and David C are friends and I don't believe either of them would want cruel and vicious things to be said about the other person. David believes that through music peoples hearts can be touched and the world can become a better place. All of the final three are talented and there is no need to try to hurt anyone.

Posted at 2:04AM on May 31st 2008 by robin15