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"My wife has been the [best] support ever," Allen tells Ellen DeGeneres. "I seriously almost gave up a lot, and she was just like, 'You have to keep going.' She believed in me more than I believed in myself."
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In fact, Allen says he didn't think he had a chance of winning throughout most of the competition.
"I was shocked every week I was there," he says. "But I think when I did "Ain't No Sunshine" -- I think that was the point where I was just like, ya know, I think I can stay in here for a while."
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Other than Allen, he admits that his wife is also a fan of The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
"She is just great and a huge fan of you, by the way," the singer -- who has played the guitar since he was 13 years old -- says on her talk show, which airs Tuesday.
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Although Idol judge Simon Cowell had criticized the married 23-year-old for playing the "wife card" and thought he should have remained a "single guy" for fans, Allen didn't mind.
"Yeah, I care about her a lot, so it didn't bother me that she was brought up," he says, adding that he will take her on a vacation to show his appreciation for her support this season. "I think it bothered her more than it bothered me."
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RobertI voted for Kris from day 1. Glad that he won, and not that squealing cat screamer.report abuseposted May 27, 2009 9:03 PM PDT
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FARMYThe right Person is Now THE AMERICAN IDOL " Kris Allen....He has heart, compassion and a gift. All of those in one person is very hard to find. God Bless you on your journey now and make us all proud! Look forward to first release! Also, hang in there Katy it will be ruff but worth it!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 1:09 PM PDT
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LAUR3N lx0i don't really care that Kris won, even though i like Adam more. it doesn't even matter. i never really vote for these things anyway. not because i don't support who i want to win, but because the lines are always busy for a while and i always forget like 5 minutes later. oops. but i remembered for the finale. XDreport abuseposted May 27, 2009 12:38 PM PDT
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BrittKris rox!! He deserved to win Adam couldn't sing he screamed. I might be biased cause i hate that kind of music but the fact is it isn't singing. There are no notes in screaming. Adam just can't sing a note. GO KRIS!!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 12:32 PM PDT
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AnnI voted for Kris, and I am glad he won!!! The same thing happend last year with both David's , no one thought that David Cook had a chance to be David A., everyone was saying David A. was going to win, what a Shock!!! the Right David Won!!! and the Right one Won this time too!!!!!! Kris, I can't wait to get your 1st Album!!!!!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 12:16 PM PDT
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NormaKRIS deserved to win! He can sing, Adam just screams!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 11:11 AM PDT
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NormaKRIS deserved to win! He can sing, Adam just screams!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 11:11 AM PDT
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AmberKris won because He has a passion for our Lord Jesus Christ, and in these last days you are going to see alot more favor given to HIS people. There is an urgency on the day, and people NEED to come to the savving knowledge of Jesus Christ. ~Go Kris~ You have the support of us that know where your heart is! BLESSINGS!!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 8:36 AM PDT
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AmberKris won because He has a passion for our Lord Jesus Christ, and in these last days you are going to see alot more favor given to HIS people. There is an urgency on the day, and people NEED to come to the savving knowledge of Jesus Christ. ~Go Kris~ You have the support of us that know where your heart is! BLESSINGS!!report abuseposted May 27, 2009 8:36 AM PDT
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KirstinTo "Chris" Okay, HOW does Adam have multi-talent? KRIS was the one singing his heart out on stage with his guitar and piano. THAT'S talent. I only saw Adam making the most dramatic show possible while he screamed.report abuseposted May 27, 2009 8:06 AM PDT
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