Bitter Noriega to Watch "Idol" Finale On His Couch

Danny Noriega is on a short list of people who won't be at next week's "A.I." finale. Also on that list, this guy.
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According to a YouTube post (listen to our audio - the video is kinda wonky) put up by the pissy singer, not only was Danny not invited but he was told in an email that he could not attend because, "they were full!" Danny claims he had to call four different people before he was finally given the definitive kick to the curb.

FOX had no comment on the issue.

Also- check out Danny squawking at his mom at the end of the tape.



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46. He was voted off cause he has a sucky attitude, America wants and American Idol someone who appreciates their fans, not a out for my ownself diva, or divo cause he's a boy....go hang out at rosie's house and watch it on tv....

Posted at 2:06PM on May 22nd 2008 by jen

47. TMZ took this audio way out of context. He did not POST this video anywhere, ever. He was making what he thought was a PRIVATE statement to some of his fans, and some "hater" decided to leak it so it would make him look bad and "ungrateful". His concerns are legit, by the way. He was on the show and was mainly the only semi-finalist with a huge fan base such as himself. Idol usually has the funny "rejects" from the audition round attend the finale and they won't even have him there? It really does make no sense.

Danny is a very humble, talented young boy. He was just letting his fans know, and of course TMZ has so start a "scandal" about it without getting all the details. Way to go TMZ!!!

Posted at 1:39PM on May 17th 2008 by Jill

48. What is wrong with all you people? He was in the Top 24. He deserves tickets to the finale! That is absurd. He is not acting like a diva or a bitch! He is hurt! And AI is wrong, not him! It's absurd. I've always thought all the top 24 were invited to the finales....they were part of what made the show this season. AI is just disgusting. He asked his mom to wait just a minute; how is that rude? He wasn't being rude to her. It was one time; not him putting her on hold for 10 minutes or anything without responding.

P.S. TMZ stole this from www.votefortheworst.com without giving credit. Tacky! Tacky!

Posted at 1:19PM on May 17th 2008 by Y'all are asses!

49. Whew! Although I agree he should go to the Finale, he's such a pain in the ass....

"And I am Tellin, you, I"M NOT GOING".......

I think we should start a campaign to get Danny on American Idol's finale. It would be fun to see him there with all this bitchy back and forth stuff. The show could use a cat fight controversy or two before even more viewers jump ship.

Posted at 1:34PM on May 17th 2008 by SuperStarSteve

50. Now it all makes sense why he won't get tix. And that's 2 minutes of my life I'll never get back.

Posted at 1:37PM on May 17th 2008 by my3cent$

51. I dont see why they dont give all the contestants tickets for the final. Like...he was on the show. Even on the top 16. Thats just stupid not to give him a ticket.

Posted at 1:40PM on May 17th 2008 by levi23

52. If you were on the show, even the top 16, you'd want to be invited to the final too! I'm sure you would be upset about it. Seriously he does deserve a ticket.

Posted at 1:42PM on May 17th 2008 by levi23

53. The main reason Danny and his fans got so up in the air about him not getting tickets is because Danny's name was included in a poll posted on American Idol's website saying "Which eliminated contestant are you most looking forward to seeing at the finale?" That would seem to indicate that Danny WAS going to BE at the finale.

When Danny actually tried to contact them to get tickets he found out that he didn't have tickets and wasn't going to be able to get them. If you don't believe me that it happened that way then listen to the video again. He refers to the poll as not being real.

He and his fans who love him have a reason to be upset. He was set up by American Idol to get people talking and to get ratings for the finale. Until now Danny has been very gracious toward Idol and his Idol experience but now he has a reason to be bitchy toward them.

Posted at 1:48PM on May 17th 2008 by madnessinmotion

54. Danny boy we have a hot drag queen circuit for this season's gay pride festival. You are welcome to attend. However, you must provide your own transportation.

Posted at 3:07PM on May 17th 2008 by gay pride sponsor

55. Hey Danny, now that same sex marriages are allowed in Claifornia, make sure you send us shots of you upcoming ceremony with you BFF.

Posted at 3:40PM on May 17th 2008 by tiny Tim

56. maybe he needs to join us at the NRA....we'd welcome his sissy girly ass in a heart beat

Posted at 4:29PM on May 17th 2008 by Mike Huckabilly

57. He's two minutes of fame is over. Because of his brief appearance on A.I., he got a free cruise. Remember, Rosie's cruise. This kid needs to get over himself!!! What a loser!!!

Posted at 4:49PM on May 17th 2008 by Ana

58. As others have said before this is not a video thta Danny posted for all of the public to see. Someone leaked it and TMZ leached onto it.
Danny is a very talented artist and was part of the top 24... the top 16 even. He should have been given tickets to the finale along with the rest of the cast. He should not have to beg and plead for tickets only to be denied. Danny has an incredible fanbase who will support him in whatever he chooses to do in the future.
We love you Danny!

Posted at 6:56PM on May 17th 2008 by mamadaizi

59. This guy was on last season, so why give him tix for this season?

Posted at 7:36PM on May 17th 2008 by popo

60. OMG! I thought that was a pic of Pete Wentz without the guy-liner! My bad!

Posted at 9:21PM on May 17th 2008 by Lulu

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