American Idolundoubtedly became the most popular show on TV because of its cross-generational appeal.
Even more curious, this past Wednesdays result show netted a slightly higher rating than the Tuesdays performance episode.
So what do these numbers really mean (if anything)?
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(For the record, I mean freak show in the best way possible.
Really I do.)
Theyre not as interested as they were when they texted their hearts out for Jordin Sparks and Carrie Underwood.
The show has always imposed an age limit, presumably in an effort to cater to the young folks.
What do you thinkIdolcan do to win back younger viewers?
Does it need them to stay viable?
