Access Exclusive: David Cook's Ailing Brother To Attend 'Idol' Finale

Access Hollywood - May 20, 2008 11:05 AM PDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- When he takes the "American Idol" stage for his final performance, David Cook will have one special fan in the audience - his brother Adam - who is suffering from brain cancer.

Contrary to reports, Adam Cook will be in attendance at the "Idol" finale, Access Hollywood has confirmed.

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As previously reported by AccessHollywood.com, Adam, 36, has been undergoing chemotherapy for his second diagnosis of brain cancer, which had spread to his spine.

Julie Henricks, a Cook family spokesperson and a DJ for B102.7 FM in Adam's hometown of Terre Haute, Indiana, told Access Hollywood that Adam and his wife, Kendra, left Terre Haute on Monday to travel to LA to see David vie for the "Idol" crown.

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The trip was made possible by an anonymous donation for a private flight, Julie said.

"They are very excited and very happy," Julie told Access. "David is thrilled."

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David, who is in the "Idol" finals against teen David Archuleta, has had the letters "AC" on his guitar at times during the season as a tribute to his ailing brother.

Earlier this season, Adam was able to attend a taping of the show when friends arranged for a chartered medical jet to fly him out to LA, after doctors had prohibited him from taking a commercial flight.

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"It has been an absolute whirlwind. I'm so thrilled for Adam… it's been an awesome dream, an awesome goal, an awesome thought," his wife Kendra told Indiana's Tribune Star at the time. "The excitement of seeing his spirits lifted so high has been wonderful."

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  • oh Sheila
    I cannot believe American Idol didn't pay for his brother to attend Davis's performance!!!!
    report abuseposted May 20, 2008 11:20 PM PDT
  • grobankat29
    Inspiring. I wish Adam, his wife, David and family all the best. We live in IN and I have been through cancer twice. I want to say to David and his family that miracles can happen-even in Indiana! God bless you!
    report abuseposted April 18, 2008 7:55 PM PDT
  • TP MN
    I believe the same as Joy W. I wish David the best and I'm happy that his brother can be there too.
    report abuseposted April 18, 2008 7:37 PM PDT
  • cooldogs
    Just think of how hard life must be for Cook! he has the pressure of idol and his brother might die!! that is really sad no wonder he is trying his hardest to win, bless his heart he will probably cry or something! omg if he cries i am soo gonna start crying to!! david cook is awesome he is hot lol and can sing!! hope he wins...i was michael johns was back but as long as david c is here i am fine!
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 2:14 PM PDT
  • Peytonnn. ;)
    That is really nice that he will get to see his little bro. perform. I think it will really lift his spirits. But I am all for Archie!
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 2:11 PM PDT
  • Tex_Gal
    That is great his brother will be in the audience it should be a special night for David and his family.
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 2:04 PM PDT
  • TexasLiane
    I agree with Dodgergirl1 - KristiLee - she seems nice and seems like a genuine enough person but as far as talent goes I think she is pretty much at the bottom of the list. My prayers are with David's brother.
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 1:57 PM PDT
  • Connie
    I have liked David form the beginning. I hope he wins and I will pray for Adam...
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 1:44 PM PDT
  • dodgergirl1
    I hope David wins! I do want Michael Johns back and I am dumbfounded how Kristi Lee Cook is still there....life is unfair!!
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 12:43 PM PDT
  • Peggy H
    THIS IS WONDERFUL TO BE ABLE TO HAVE HIS BROTHER IN THE AUDIENCE. I WISH THEM BOTH THE BEST. I DO WANT MICHAEL JOHNS BACK !!!!! I'M BOYCOTTING THE SHOW AFTER THIS SEASON. THE HECK WITH IT---WRONG WRONG WRONG ...MICHAEL DESERVED TO STAY AS HE GAVE IN A BIG WAY FOR VIEWERS PHONING IN AND PROMOTING THE IDOL GIVE. I'M SIMPLY p*O* ABOUT JOHNS RELEASE FROM THE SHOW.
    report abuseposted April 14, 2008 12:34 PM PDT
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