Adam Lambert comes out

Groan–I liked him when he was in the closet–now-ugh.

Your headline is wrong. He didn't come out to Rolling Stone. He's been openly gay for a long time. But I guess "Lambert confirms what everyone already knew" doesn't make a very compelling headline either.

You know, the Today show just did a bit on him and his RS cover. He admits to being gay, smoking pot and doing hallucinogenic mushrooms, among many other thing. Do we, as a country, draw the line somewhere as to what we should consider an "American Idol"? This person is certainly NO IDOL where my kids are concerned. I decided to "overlook" the gay thing, but the way he flaunts it, it's hard to overlook, and now when he states that he's a drug user, I will FORBID my children to listen to or read anything that has to do with this person. Is that who we want as a role model for our children? Someone who is a gay drag queen and drug user? I really truly think this country is going to he11 in a handbasket. What happened to morals? What happened to American heroes? We now idolize people like this? I'm afraid for this country, what will it be like 20 years from now? At least I know I'm raising my kids morally and God fearing. Adam's mom didn't

Wow, a gay entertainer! Imagine that.

American Idol is just a show VL....geez....go ahead and outlaw his music in your household. What I find funny is that you look to the music industry (or any form of entertainment) to find role models for your children.

I really don't see what the big deal about this guy's sexual orientation is...

First time in a long time I will be purchasing an Idol contestant's debut disc. Looking forward to it. And I don't give a damn about his sexuality, although I do love those photos of him with jewels and glitter on his cheeks and forehead.

Who cares if Adam Lambert is gay? Ho hum... boring.

Listening to Adam sing, however, is the complete opposite of boring... bring on the album!

Amercan Idol is just a singing competition . . . not a roll model competition.

VL – you are such a sad person. I am so grateful you will "overlook" the "gay" thing. Give me a break. Your kids will not "turn gay" by listening to him. This is such a ridiculous idea. I for ione and extremely proud someone stood up and is not hiding who they are! And the fact you ar teaching your children to be God fearing is a joke. What a sad thing to teach your children. You are a poor excuse for a parent I must say. As for what this country will be like in 20 years....I certainly hope a loving caring open community where gays can marry and everyone can live their lives as they choose without people like you telling us what is morally right. It's sad the way you think!

I really dont think people are all that shocked. If you watched American Idiol it was pretty obvious that he was gay. Regardless of his sexuality he is a fantasic singer, and people should judge him on his talent.

American Idol should be about who has the best singing talent, not whether he/she is a goody two shoes or role model for anyone. His sexuality should not matter to a talent show and it's too bad so many people often confuse ability with sexual orientation.

VL – I'd rather have someone like AL as a role model then someone as santicmonious and judgmental as you. You "overlooked" Adam's gayness? Well la di da. He and every other open-minded person in this planet are grateful to you.

"Someone who is a gay drag queen and drug user? I really truly think this country is going to he11 in a handbasket. What happened to morals? What happened to American heroes? We now idolize people like this? I’m afraid for this country, what will it be like 20 years from now? At least I know I’m raising my kids morally and God fearing. Adam’s mom didn’t"

Gay drag queen? Because he wears eyeliner and is gay you have now called him a drag queen....oh my, that is sad. Kudos for him for not keeping it a secret but really did anyone think he was straight? Then you go and attack his mother...geez! At least he is content and happy with the person he is and he should be. God fearing...shouldn't it be God loving?

Yes, Lambert is openly gay and so is Elton John and many other musicians. Lambert is a bit over the top, but so what. It's all about creativity and music. All you protective parents had better get with the program. You can't shield your children from the realities of life. By the way, I'm not gay...just a realist.

VL is so out of touch with today's kids, they are smarter and less impulsive than generations past. I love that my kids can expand their thoughts to include all people who have talent, and not judge them for things that many times the parents themsleves were guilty of as teens. I love Adam's voice and ability to entertain but I do not look to him to be a role model for my kids, he is just a man and that's it, albeit a talented and very public one. If you want to hold up someone who kids should be scared of it is people who make their living judging others and damning us all for being individuals, blech! I can't stand the moral majority folks who claim that gays are the lepers of today's society, how Christian is that that you are so judgmental of people you do not even know? Hypocrite!

With Adam, too many people saw what they wanted to see instead of seeing him for what he is - an amazing vocalist and artist. If he was trying to hide being gay, he wasn't doing a great job. What he did do well is give American Idol an edge and some unbelievable performances. As for experimenting with drugs, my rock "idols" were Zeppelin, the Stones, the Who - all drug users. And I turned out just fine as did my kids who love to listen to rock music (and would never consider using drugs because they get their advice from me - not celebrities). Give Adam a break. We want our children to be honest and true to themselves, don't we? In that respect, Adam has earned his accolades. Bravo Adam!

VL, perhaps you should teach your children that God's love is not exclusive.

Perhaps you should teach your children not to judge others.

Perhaps you should teach your children that hate is the opposite of God.

Methinks they will learn far more from those lessons. Best of luck to them... and you.

Kel, it's the fact of the matter that this person was on a show called "AMERICAN IDOL", A show that MILLIONS of KIDS watch. If he were some random singer I could care less, a lot of them are gay and do drugs, but my children aren't exposed to them as they are to Adam Lambert. Don't make ME out to be the bad guy, I think the AI producers should have done a more thorough background check on him, I find him and his "lifestyle" somewhat repulsive. They've disqualified past contestants for a LOT LESS than what he has done. This guy had no right to be on a show called American Idol. Seriously, when does the line get drawn?

Poor VL!

Thanks for overlooking the gay-thing though!

I'm sure your children will enjoy the Christian music section at Wal-Mart for the next few years until they are old enough to secretly spit at you and buy what they want with their X-mas and birthday money.

If your children are hungry for role models, may I sugesst Bristol Palin? I think she is a great role model, aside from the underage sex and baby out of wedlock thing. Maybe Michael Phelps? Mel Gibson? Rush?

SO WHAT?? It took Clay AIken how many years to come out? Personally, I've always liked Adam (much more than Clay) and could care less about his sexual orientation. It's his music I admire (and I'm 50+ years old).

I love all the pearl clutchers saying their Hail Maries at this story. Lighten up, Francises, no one is forcing you to buy his music.

Who cares who he sleeps with? If that makes him happy, good for him? I think we should all be happy!!

He very talented and will have a great career!

I love him all the same!!!! Ever heard of Liberace and Elton John? Both Gay, Both Fantastic musicians! Good for you, Adam!!!

Sandy, please....you didn't know. Yea he was in the closet.....a glass closet. He had more flames shooting out of him than the space shuttle on liftoff!!!

VL you are a jerk. You have no idea what Adam mother has gone through to raise Adam. Adam has made a choice. You may not like his choice, but he has to live with the consequences. This has no reflection on his family. How dare you? I wish Adam the best. I hope he out sells more CD's and make movies than all the previous Idol winners. This is a singing competition. Keep your remarks to that.

I personally voted for Adam based on his SINGING ALONE as AI is a SINGING competition, not a "if he is gay, i am not voting for him" competition. What people do in their bedrooms is between them and God. Who are we to judge? Cast ye not the first stone if he is without sin.

To VL – If you are a God fearing person, as you say you are, your last comment "Adam's mom didn't" wouldn't be something you should be saying. We have no idea how Adam's mom raised him. She could have raised him to be a respectful, moral, Christian man. That doesn't mean that he will CHOOSE to remain that way as an adult. God gave us all FREE WILL. The vast majority of us raise our kids to become respectful, honorable, moral, responsible beings in our society. All we can do as parents is HOPE that what we teach them carries over. Please don't blame Adam's mom for his decisions. They are his to make, not hers.

VL cracks me up – "I decided to "overlook" the gay thing". Ha. As though your doing so was doing someone a favor. And, in your rant you mentioned it enough that it's clear you didn't "overlook" it. I'll pray that your child don't grow up to hate the way you do. See you in h – e – double hockey sticks.

What a shocker! I never imagined that!....

I really think that you are closed minded. Why does it matter what his sexuality is? Secondly, when everyone on the show loved this young man for the type of person he is that is what should matter to you. While I do not agree to drug use, most drugs (if you knew why drugs were illegal) were meant to segregate white society from the Chinese and the slaves. In many cultures and with new scientific evidence, most of these drugs have medicinal properties. In fact, must drugs for ADHD kids are a type of methamphetamine.

As for you being "god fearing:" Think of what people do in the name of God! There are parents that kill or starve their children, families who cage children, religious wars over whose God is better that kills millions, people who rob others and people who think they are better because they are god fearing. If you define a person by who is god fearing and who is not you are missing too many good people in the world!!

I am a highly motivated, highly educated young woman who works with kids who have been raped and abused by "god fearing families." I am working on my Ph.D. and try to do what is right for me and my family. I jump out of airplanes, sometimes spend too much money and volunteer my ass off when i have the time. I am a good person to me because I want to be and not because some GOD is going to come save me. I can "save" myself by doing good for people while I am on this earth and making myself happy. Do not believe in God to be a better person, believe in yourself!!! No one is really going to save you but yourself!!!

Coming out has seriously lost it's shock value. So this should not be any big deal.

I'm disgusted by sandy and VL's clearly homophobic rants. Thanks for "overlooking" the gay thing. Sheesh.

VL, he is a singer, not a role model. Liking someone's music doesn't mean you have to adopt their lifestyle.

And why do morals have anything to do with someone taking some drugs and being gay? I don't get it. If he treats people well and is a productive member of society, I don't care how he chooses to have fun.

Yeah, it would be just awful if 20 years from now the country was full of creative, articulate, educated people. I don't know how we'd survive.

Umm...DUH!

Love you Adam!

Dear VL

That's ROCK for you, he is the nearest to saving that style of music. Drugs are all over the show it is right that you raise you kids morally correct but do not lash out on Adam's mom as parents we have no control over what our kids do ,we can just hope for the best.

Adam is great at what he does ( musically) he will be an inspiration to a lot of people, besides a lot of Rock stars have made positive contributions.

I just want to tell you : Do not praise your kids too much as you are not with them 24/7 and you don't know what they do all the time.

Adam you rock. ROCK ON BABY!!!!!!!!!!

When I'm driving listening to whatever is in the CD player the last thing on my mind is the sexual preference of the artist. Anyone who watched the show knows he’s a good performer and anyone who cares who he sleeps with is ridiculous.

Who cares if he is gay?!?!? He is awesome. There is no doubt about that. He is in a league of his own as far as an entertainer and singer. Underneath that "gayness" he is just a soul – a beautiful soul!

vl – if I was Adam Lambert, I would be happy that you will not be listening to his music. I feel sorry for your kids being raised in such a closed minded home. Who cares if he is gay – how does that impact your life?

We've landed on the Moon!!!!!!

Hey VL...not sure what kind of music you DO listen to but I can bet there are some drug addicts in there. Elvis? The Beatles or Stones?
How about Britney? Heck, even Glenn Miller and all those old jazz greats were dopers. Sorry to burst your bubble.

C'mon. Sexual orientation has nothing to do with talent. There are tons of gay entertainers otu there and I could care less about their sexual orientation. He has talent. Period. People need to get over their feelings on the gay issue. I am a 63 year old married woman and I have lots of friends who are gay or who won't admit it because of fear of being ostrasized. Hell, Rock Hudson was gay. He had to stay "in the closet". There were/are tons of gay entertainers. My favorite show is Ellen so people, get over it. Look at the talent and nothing else. If you liked him before then nothing should stop you now. Get a life.

VL – I'm sure Adam Lambert is glad you decided to "overlook" the gay thing so that he can minimize the inconvenience to you. Just like I'll overlook your ignorance. You act like his confirming that he's gay was the last straw, as if it was a crime. Mushrooms, smoking and now gay! It seems you think this was the worse crime he could have committed. If this country is so bad and it's going down the tubes, then leave.

Uhhhh, duh.

Oh please give me a break VL he was a contestant on a singing show . If you think that anyone on tv, or in the movies should be role models for your kids you are a fool. How dare you question somone elses morals without knowing them. I thought the basis for christian belief was forgiveness so if he has made mistakes and makes more mistakes who are you to judge. Raise your children the way you choose but don't judge others unless you are ready to have your life dissected and judged. You asked What happened to our American Heroes they are all around you in the Military , Fire Departments , Police Departments etc.. They are everyday people who do the right thing not for fame or fortune but because its the right thing to do. Everybody else is a Celebrity not a Hero and there is a difference.

I don't think being gay or smoking pot have anything to do with what makes a person of good morals. Being kind, considerate of others and not judging a person makes us moral humans. VL, I'm sure Adam Lambert will do fine without your support. I hope your children turn out as perfect as you think they will.

To VL – Let me guess... you love freedom and the fact that our country is free and you're proud that men and women serve and even die for our freedoms, but when it just so happens that someone different from you has the freedom to excel in the public spotlight, suddenly you're disgusted. Sucess and public admiration only for people who believe what you believe, right? Maybe FOX should make that a show. Oh wait, I think they already do. And it stars Sean Hannity.

I just think its funny that he wasn't openly gay on the show... only afterwards... so what does that tell anyone?

VL says"I’m afraid for this country, what will it be like 20 years from now? At least I know I’m raising my kids morally and God fearing"

Your comment describes what has been driving this country down. the Bigotry towards other peoples lifestyles is what is causing so many issues with whats happening today. Teaching your kids to be"god fearing" seems to be an excuse to use to spew hatered toward other peoples lifes.Smoking pot, doing mushrooms or being gay do not in any way have anything to do with morals. Why shouldnt somebody flaunt their lifestyle?? What this country needs more than anything is the ability for people to understand that being "normal" may not correspond to their idea of what that means. I will forbid my children from reading anything like VL's bigoted rant. Gratz to Adam's Mom and Dad for raising a truly inspiring person

Hey VL,
If you want to increase Adam's fan base, go ahead and ban him in your house. He'll now become extremely interesting and exciting and make it more likely your kids will try to hear his music outside your home, just to find out what is so horrible!
Every generation thinks the "new" one has lost its moral compass. OMG, he's gay! AND he ADMITS it! How horrifying, he's not embarassed about who he is.
So, you were willing to overlook it as long as he didn't overtly acknowledge it. Nice way to teach your children about hypocrisy. Well, there ain't no "Don't ask, Don't tell" policy in the entertainment business. Better find a good list of artists who've done drugs or may be gay to be safe. Actually it might be easier and faster to make a list of "perfect" entertainers. It would be mighty short!

VL - I think it's sad when we look to people who sing really well or entertain the masses as role models. The entire industry alone propels the most venal aspects of humanity forward. Why should you be surprised that Lambert smokes pot or does 'magic mushrooms' from time to time? Some of Alan Sorkin's best work on West Wing came from that.

No, I think your heart is in the right place, but your head is far away. Let the kids listen to Lambert or whomever they want - you have to be very careful the things you make actually forbidden - but find actual role models in the community or from history for them to aspire towards. Don't look to Boston or New York or LA for your idols.

Adam is an entertainer and he will be making it fun for audiences from here on out. I am glad he is around, gay, straight, bisexual or what. Do you flaunt your heterosexuality? Personally it does not offend me so let him be who he is.

I agree Kei, VL take a chill pill....who's morals are you talking about, yours I guess....who said your morals are right.....oh yeah god. Teach you kids to hate other people but fear the boogie man.

Oh please VL, so ridiculous. I find it hilarious how people that are "God Fearing" are so intolerent of others. That's why I quit religion. Get off your high horse and stop thinking that you're better than others, that's definitely not going to make people want to be "God Fearing" like you. I'm sure you know what they say, squeeze a bar of soap to hard, and it will slip out of your hand.

I don't care about Adam's sexual orientation. I am in my 50's and I know talent when I see it and hear it and Adam Lambert has definitelly GOT IT!! Give the guy credit for his talent and forget his sexual orientation, for godsake!!!!

Doesn't matter to me...the dude can flat sing, dance, entertain, and look good and sexy (apparently to both sexes) while doing it. He's the best Idol has offered. Now Idol has two gay runners-up...Adam and Clay...why no hoopla about Clay? He's not as "in your face" as Adam...neither does he have the public appeal that Adam has.

to AL
better put your kids in a bubble then, much worse things are around your kids every day. and good for you on "overlooking the gay thing" give me a break.

Ok, I can't take it anymore. What is wrong with you people? Who cares if Adam is gay? I am so tired of listening to Christians complain about this. What gives you the right to judge someone? Isn't acceptance and tolerance supposed to be the foundation of Christianity? You people are disgusting. Mind your own business. And as for the drug reference, I don't know of many artists who have not experimented with drugs or alcohol. It comes with the territory. Van Gogh was an alcoholic. Do you think the would would have been better with out his work because he didn't conform to your ideal lifestyle? Do you conform to that life style? Do you ever lie? Act in your own selfish interest? Your collective disapproval is no more than the only way for you to feel redemption for your own failed life. Everyone should spend more time focusing on what they may improve in themselves, rather than imposing their judgment on others. For the record, I am a heterosexual female who is soon to be married, and who has never done any drugs. I was raised in a Christian family, I simply chose to make my own decisions, and embrace my own beliefs.

VL....shame on you and your narrow minded views. Assuming that all gay males are drag queens makes you the bigot that YOUR children should not learn from, to say the least. Most cross dressers btw, are heterosexual as are pedophiles since you like to dwell on stereotypes. Teach your children well. Love is love no matter what your orientation. As for your positions on "drug users," past and present Presidents have been known to do as much. Experimentation is not necessarily good for everyone, but with the right guidance and support your children could grow up to be wherever their dreams/goals take them. It sounds to me like you are the one that needs the guidance. Best of luck to your kids, they'll need it.

Well said Carla

Rmember Elton John in the 70's? Does anyone see some similarities......glam rock with drugs. Now Elton is a legend making music for Disney movies. Imagine that. So what' the big deal?

Our perverse fascination with sexual orientation is no longer stale, but utterly rancid. I don't feel that much can be expressed here on this matter that hasn't been said time and again for years. Still we fixate. Still be obsess. Some of us even get hostie. Mr. Lambert has a talent. If his sexuality is a card to consider in the hand of his success, very well, but it seems well passed the occasion where such a consideration begs to be examined on its own.

VL,
Anyone seeking a "role model" in a rock star has backwards values to begin with. Try BEING the role model for your kids instead of pawning off that responsibility on some person you dont know who makes music for a living. Lambert is a musician, and a talented one at that. Your kids cant appreciate a talented singer because of his personal life choices? Thats pretty pathetic.

Oh and Kel, I believe you took what VL wrote out of context. I don't believe they said 'they' look to the music industry or anything other form of entertainment in search of role models. On the other hand I believe what they were pointing out was the fact how the media will put a spotlight on individuals in the name of money who are less than moral (in the religous aspect), and less than what we, as parents, would want our kids to look up to over and beyond their own parents. That VL's point I believe.

He makes me wish I were a gay man! Adam I totally heart you and think that it is awesome that you make no excuses for the person that you are!!! Keep on Keeping on!!!!

Zzzzzzzzzzzzz Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Dear VL,

I am afraid for the country when we have hate mongers like you spreading your hate. You also need to get you facts straight.

First, let me make a few things clear. 1) I was never a fan of Adam Lambert winning –(I didnt think he was that good of a singer) 2) I can certainly understand not want you children to idolize someone who has taken drugs however this is is a singing competition not a political election.

So based on your post, it's ok in this country of free speech to proudly claim that you are a God fearing person but it's not ok to proudly admit you are gay?...freedom goes both ways..

Finally, to your whole "Gay Drag Queen" comment...ignoring the homophobic overtones of your comment. You are just plain wrong. Being gay and being a transvestite are NOT the same thing. Adam wore a little eyeliner. HE was not trying to dress or be a woman...

so bigotry and censorship define american morals now, vl?

Gee. Brittney Spears, Rush Limbaugh, Paris Hilton, crappy idols all...but we have to ban Adam Lambert? C'mon, folks!

Lambert is a role model... and a great one. For me it has nothing to do with sexual orientation or drug usage. It's his attitude. He always thanks the judges for their compliments and smiles while on stage. He's talked about his life-long dream to perform and how hard he has worked for it. You can talk to your kids about drugs, but attitude and work ethic have to be taught by example. I wish more people were as polite and motivated as Adam.

VL – The majority of people in this country have experimented with drugs at one point in there life. Some of the most famous art in the world has been drug induced (JRR Tolkein was taking mushrooms, Marijuana, and Absenth while writing Lord of the Rings, Salvidor Dali was a known drug user, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, etc). To write off an artist because of a little experimentation is very narrow minded and to think drugs played no part in the musical revolution of the 60's and 70's is just plain ignorant.

While I agree that there is a fine line to be walked while setting an example for kids, Lambert is not the first, and definitely won't be the last. Do you allow your kids to listen to The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Britney Spears, Simon and Garfunkle, or Paula Abdul (all admitted drug users)?

You could do a lot worse than Adam Lambert as a Role Model.

Wow, such closed minded judgemental remarks to make on someone you don't even know. He is just a guy that wants to be a singer. Why does his singing career have to be based on whether he is gay or not?

VL – Why raise your kids to be GOD fearing? I for one do not fear him, and I am an openly gay women! I don't really think that GOD wants us to fear him, rather I think he really wants us to LOVE him! What bothers me is that you are teaching your kids to be closed minded and fearful of things they do not know. That is just what this country needs, is more people affraid to accept people for who they are and NOT JUDGE. I thought God was the only one to judge not us! You even took it a step futher and judged his mother when this doesn't even have anything to do with her! If you were really GOD fearing than why take the risk of judging when we are not supposed to?

Sandy – What does Adam out of the closet have to do with his singing. Now that you know for sure that he is gay it means he is a bad singer??? I am confused.

Wow Vl-hope your morals are in place. How big of you to judge others.
I agree with Kel, why are you looking elsewhere for role models? Must not be so great in your own household.

VL, get with the times. It is 2009. Who cares if he is gay? He is talented, and that is all I require of an artist. look at Brittney Spears! look at Rick James! look at ALL of the great artists of the past and I am certain you will find many of them are gay and have been or are drug users. Get over yourself and your outdated morals. You are the only role model your child needs, although I would prefer someone like Adam show your children reality as opposed to the ridiculous bubble you want tme to live in. Embrace people's differences. You sound like you need a hallucenogenic mushroom or 2 yourself....

VL-you are too funny–imagine drug users in the music business. Did you ever hear of the Rolling Stones or Beatles. Bet you even own some of their work. Oh and BTW-it is not immoral to be gay–and God loves gay people–so I think you should be God fearing alright!

The only reason I'm disappointed is that I was hoping he would come out as bi-sexual. Now THAT would really have been fun and interesting!! After all, a lot of metro/goth/emo guys are pretty flamboyant without being gay.

VL – I have not read the article yet, but it sounds as if you live a very sheltered life. The easiest way for you to drive your children to do something is to make a "big" issue of it to them. I am glad you decided to "overlook" the gay thing, LOL I wonder if your friends think you flaunt your heterosexuality and have decided to "overlook" it because inside they find you to be a caring person. Adam said he is a singer-not a civil rights leader. Maybe YOU should be the leader or idol you want your children to look up to......

Even when he sang on Idol he looked like he was doing one of his drag shows. He may have a decent voice, but Ive heard many good voices stumbling into a Karaoke bar. Idol may find talented voices, but they will never produce a Lennon, a Bowie, a Iggy Pop, a Bono, or even a Hendrix. I hate watching tv anymore.

Woah, easy there VL. This guy is who he is, he's proud to say it and I respect him for that. I'm sure he's worked hard to get where he is and he's got a lot of talent and he comes off as a very nice, intelligent kid. Sexual orientation has nothing to do with anything, except in his own life. And so he did some drugs – news flash – people do drugs! Obama did drugs! Stop living in a fairy tale world and show some respect for people who aren't like you (and thank goodness we're all not)...

VL – who made smoking pot or taking mushrooms immoral? You? the US government? I'll take my cues on morality from another source. You should try taking your head out of the sand and realize that the world we live in with respect to the "moral sins" you speak of have been around forever and at one time they weren't looked at as "moral sins". Nothing has changed. And the fact that you use your kids upbringing as an excuse to hate another person is the real tragedy.

Wow, VL! What an angry and disillusioned vision of the world you have! There are few or no totally sinless role models anywhere. Never has been. If the worst thing you can come up with is that he is gay, then you will have to forbid your children from watching ANY television, listen to NO music and have no social contact with the world. And why attack this person's mother? There is no choice to be gay and there has been proof of gay people as long as there has been someone recording history. Our country has had many heroes that were civil rights leaders, presidents and politicians, war and military, astronauts, etc. Our country is the greatest in the world because of what you can do and enjoy here. I'm afraid for this country and what it will be like in 20 years with people like you raising childrend with anger and hate for those who are different. We are all human, we are all the same despite our differences. Instead of angrily dismissing another human being for what makes them different from you, you should embrace those differences and work to correct the hate and anger you are pushing off on them. I believe in God and realize that He has created everything that has ever existed. Love and compassion is the key. Learn to accept people for who and what they are. God did that for you...

Gay. So what's the big deal. Geez...

Elvis Presley was a drug user. Overdosed as a matter of fact. But he is still idolized. What's the difference? People are people. Enjoy their gifts and let them be. Prejudice has no place here either.

@VL,

It's clear by your inability to type "hell" that you yourself are God fearing. However, it is also evident that your are not God following. Had you followed what I believe is your doctrine, you would not have judged Adam Lambert in any manner, and you and your children would not have idolized anyone, let alone Adam or Kris. You certainly lack forgiveness for anyone who made a mistake. But Adam is gay and used drugs earlier in his life, so I guess he's the bad guy, you're the good guy.

there are tons of pictures all over the internet with him in drag.

good for him for publically coming out.
although i really don't care to know he uses.

Poor VL – her self rightous religious world is coming apart. One of the main reasons I am glad that heaven is just a myth, is that I understand from people like VL that there are no gay people there – no Tchaikovsky, no great music, no theater, no ballet – just a bunch of born-agains. Can you imagine spending eternity in such a place and with such people? Not for me. Fortunately young people today, like Adam Lambert, can be who they are, even if VL disapproves.

VL – so the show should be Straight American Idol. No gays allowed. I think that goes against what this country is supposed to stand for, and that's individual freedom and liberty. I still don't understand why the GOP is not behind this whole gay marriage issue. It's not the governments job to tell you who to love and it's not the governments job to decide who goes to heaven or hell since...if either exists...that is someone else's call.

Why is this a news story?

being gay did not make Adam great...his talent did. NOT his past actions nor his orientation.

VL i have no idea if you are male or female...not that it matters much but you certainly do not live in the real world. gay people are everywhere and should not be treating as immoral. They are who they are. Adam is talented and should be recognized for that talent...not who he sleeps with or has done drugs with.

I can't wait for VL glass house to come tumbling down

I have to agree with VL–I don't care who a person sleeps with–what is done behind closed doors is no one's business. I don't care for people flaunting that gay or straight. Person's orientation should not take away from his/her talent. But if these people are supposed to be role models for younger kids, and let's face it, it's the kids who watch these programs and buy the CD's etc. what kind of message does it send when with big smiles enterainers admit to drug use and the media gladly reports it? Same concept with all the entertainment shows continually reporting celebrity out of wedlock pregnancies with big toothy grins. Parenting is difficult enough these days without having this kind of negative interference.

I agree with Kel – parents should be the role models for their children instead of looking for someone else to assume that role. Adam is Adam, you either accept him for who he is and appreciate him for his talent, or you don't. Give him credit for not staying 'in' the closet and having the guts to face the music. If you look hard enough, there are plenty of flaws to be found with virtually everyone – starting from your priest in church to each and everyone of us. So let's not be hypocrytical and expect everyone out there to be perfect. Even Mother Theresa had some issues and was great enough to admit it. Leave Adam alone, he is comfortable with himself and makes lots of people happy with his music. Enough said.

wow Sandy... that's pretty close-minded nd rude of you. Do you enjoy being like that?

Seriously, THIS is news? Are ya kidding? Is there anyone on the planet who didn't already know this? In other news, the sky is blue, rocks are hard, and water is wet.

I am feeling a little heart broken .
I love Adam Lambert....his voice, his charming way, he is so beautiful to look at.
but I will say I have struggled with this whole thing–I wonder if I can support him as an artist, without compromising my beliefs as a Christian.
And after much soul searching, I have decided that I CAN.
We all are sinners, as the Bible says, and his lifestyle, as is true for all of us, is between him and God.

I believe that his voice is a gift form God, and that we are better for having experienced it.
I hope that he uses his gift wisely.

I'm sorry, but am I missing something here? I still fail to see the big deal that is Adam Lambert. "Lambert has added an element to the competition that has been woefully lacking in seasons past: a contestant so unique that you can’t wait to see what he will pull next out of his bag of tricks,”...give me a break. I'm sorry but wasn't this David Cook LAST season? I fail to see why everyone thinks this guy walks on water. David Cook is MUCH more talented and was much more original than Lambert. Lambert tried way too hard to accomplish what David did so easily on Idol the season before.

VL- Can you hear me back there in the 1950s ?

I defy you to turn on the television and NOT find some example of public mention of sex, drugs, or other "deviant behavior" ? This would include many cable channels, and virtually every news outlet as well. I suppose you could restrict your family's entertainment to the Disney Channel and games of parchesi, but don't go cry yourself to death when you're forced to live in the real world.

@VL: Imagine that, a sexually liberal, recreational drug user in the realm of pop music?!! Lol! You need to get a bit more educated about showbusiness. If you bothered to truly delve into the background of most of the entertainers/musicians in your album collection I have a feeling you'll be tossing the majority of them out. I've been a working musician in the biz for years and let me tell you, alot of these people with "clean" images aren't so clean. Their image is manufactured that way to get $$$ from people like you. And it's across the board and not limited to pop/rock.hip-hop...it's country. jazz and yes even Christian music.

Hate the sin – not the sinner! Christians have been known more than what we are against and not what we are for. Don't hate – we wrap our arms around everyone and love! We need to have constructive conversations around these topics versus toxic conversations.

"Oh God, save me from your worshipers" VL in your day "role models" were openly straight womanizers, drinkers, smokers, gamblers and partyers and look how you turned out – a bigot!

Kel you must not have kids... you totally lost what vel was trying to say... I agree with her. Sure Adam has a great voice and can actually sing, (though the screaming in every song – come on now) but the entire concept of the American Idol is the person who can sing and have a presence about them that the people listening to their music can associate with. So by him bringing all his dirty habits into light , like it's ok because it's him, is just WRONG! He can do whatever he want s (afterall it's his life), but he doesn't have to flaunt it in our faces and expect us to like him and think it's all good, at least not the ones who clearlly have scruples. I'm glad he did not win, he will have his music deal and then does who enjoy what he stands for can buy his music, but he won't be flaunted as the "American Idol"!!!!!

MM,

FYI: It's not a choice.

What does it matter if he's gay or not. He has a great set of pipes and is one heck of a showman.

Why should I care if anyone is gay, let alone Adam Lambert?

Yawn.

This is news. Just like "Sun rose this morning, and it was light".
I'll say this, when he played with Queen in the last show, he didn't 'replace' Freddie Mercury, but he did hold his own. He'll do OK.

VL–We'll all try to "overlook" the fact that you are a giant a-hole. Thanks for confirming that most of America needs to get their collective heads of their collective a**ses. Please continue to raise ignorant human beings-we sure do need more of those in this country.

Hey VL, do you let your kids listen to Elvis? The Beatles? Jerry Lee Lewis? Mozart?? If you are looking for only non-gay, non-drinking-or-drug-using role models for your kids, I'd say anyone in the public eye will probably disappoint. Even your former president, George W., for whom I'm certain you voted, is out.

On that note, I've never even watched Idol and I knew this guy was gay. Why is this news?

Can he sing--Yes...
Is he gay-–Yes
WHO CARES

As far as VL's comments, American Idol is about finding unknowns and giving them an opportunity. Not about making unknowns your IDOL.

Adam is inspiring as a person and as a singer. I hope he is the new front man for Queen!! You rock Adam. Thank you.

I don't care one way or the other if he's gay or not. He's hot and I LOVE his singing voice! His version of Mad World still brings me to tears everytime I hear him sing it!

Jeff, where did VL say listening to Adam's music will turn her kids gay?
Did I miss something somewhere?

he's a good singer and who bloody cares, get a life.

Good for you Adam Lambert; why can't you be who you wonna be? Still a great guy, and still think you won American Idol. Now that the rumours and speculations has evaporated, spread your wings and fly.

he's a good singer, who cares, get a life!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Who cares, he's not trying to hit on me, my husband or my kids, he's just trying to put a smile on my face through music and he does, and I dont expect anymore out of him then that.

When we stop being so concerned with our entertainers personal lives we may be able to get them to stop thinking they have a right to push their beliefs on us. I love the fact that he says he just wants to be a singer not a civil rights leader.

As for the drugs, unfortunately he isnt the first and wont be the last, I hope he doesnt lose himself to them.

VL- Seriously? You will "forbid" your kids from listening to his music because he's spoken about using drugs? Man... what's your music collection look like? I assume you have a large selection of "The Wiggles" and "Barney". What about Bob Dylan? David Bowie? The Beatles? You'd be hard pressed to find musicians who haven't indulged occasionally over the years... doesn't mean they haven't contributed significantly to music history.

Also- good luck with the whole "I forbid" thing. Never a quicker way to get your kids into something than by outlawing it.

Most of Hollywood is gay. It's not a secret if you live here. Of the 10 A (and B list) actors my friend reps, 6 are gay. Two are married. Go figure.

It's people like VL who have turned me off religion. Should we fear God? I thought God loved everyone . . .

If this singer, has come out of the closet, good for him, whatever his sexual orientation is, that is his business. People who are closed minded towards other who are bisexual, should maybe think about it a little, before making comments about others. People who are bisexual could influence our lives in many places example, creators of fashion makeup, perfume – cologne, – writers who books we read, talk show hosts who we watch, actors/singers whose albums and films line our walls,maybe even the local politican who we have elected, could be bisexual. Alot of people need to grow up and think before make smart comments on these blogs...

I am the proud mother of a gay son and struggle with your comments. I had no choice in whether my son was gay or not and I love him for who he is. The reality of the situation for me, and I've learned this the hard way, is that people living honestly make better choices, have stronger relationships, and are more adept at managing life because they are not burdened with secrets and the pain of not being who they are. I love seeing Adam Lambert say who he is. It's beautiful and necessary. I do hope your children are blessed with the luxury of being themselves and loving themselves and being loved for who they are and not who a certain group of people wants them to be. Same gender relationships are the same as heterosexual relationships - they just come with heaps of fear and judgment from people who are invested in others living under their own beliefs. I'm 62 and am grateful to have let go of that notion that people need to live like I want them too.

And a note on the phrase "American Idol." That is certainly not about being a role model. It's Idol as in Idol worship or teen Idol. A bit different and possibly more offensive to some of us religious folk than the face that this young man is attracted to other men.

VL Sorry you are getting bashed by people who don't believe in the Bible and morals. Adam's lifestyle is despicable. He was not born gay, he chose that lifestyle. If God wanted 2 men to be together he would have created Adam and George! And why can't two women or 2 men make babies? They were not designed that way. Going against creation and God is not a wise course. One day each will be judged on their life and how they chose to live it. Sure it's not easy living by the moral code of the scriptures, but it can be done.

For starters I hope VL's children turn out to be the citizens that they hope they will be. I can't help but wonder if the children turn out to be gay if this parent will turn their back on the child they have forced such ridiculous beliefs on. Parents who try to control their children in such a forceful way will do nothing more than turn their children against them. Gay children from parents like this are the ones that commit suicide and turn into drug users. How will you feel then VL?

So he's gay! He is a great entertainer. Oh and VL hmmmm lets think about all the straight "idols" who do drugs, drink, and are cruel people. Vicks, Mel Gibson, Tom Sizemore, Charlie Sheen, the list can go on and on. You are truly a moron. Don't you think your children are exposed to this at school??? Get your head out of the sand!!!

VL – Get a life!

Hey VL. A few years back I was way into Christianity. Being a musician as well I managed to end up doing shows and even toured with some of the bigger names amongst the pop-Christian genre. Guess what? They all do drugs, sleep around, and basically act exactly as your condemnation of Adam Lambert suggests he does. I personally cannot stand Idol or Lambert but the truth is; the musicians you would want your child idolizing, are doing the same as the American Idols, sometimes worse!

To VL: Because Adam is gay and has done drugs makes him immoral? Sorry, nope, not true. Incest is immoral; child abuse is immoral; hurting your fellow person is immoral. Gay drugs don't. And I don't believe Adam's mom "raised" him to be gay or experiment with drugs. The more open, loving and ACCEPTING Americans are of people who are different, the better our country will be. I seem to remember Jesus as being someone who gathered the outcasts to be his disciples because he saw something of God in them.

VL – you are flaunting your oh-so-straightness right now, and I don't find that very appealing either. Thank you for "overlooking" how another person lives their life. How big of you. Check your calendar. It's 2009. Don't pass on your bigotry to your so far open-hearted kids please.

VL – what will you do some day if one of your kids is gay? Or experiments with drugs & alcohol? Will that make you a bad parent? Will it mean you didn't teach your kids about God & Christianity? No, it won't. It will mean your children are themselves, not you. Many believe being gay isn't a choice, it is just simply who a person is.

VL hit the nail on the head. I'll do the exact same with my kids. Nevermind the gay issue – I think that was evident from day one and who really cares, but once drugs come into the picture, that's it. Lambert isn't an "idol" under any definition of the word nor should he be treated as such. Just read the reports in the press about how "difficult" and disrespectful Lambert is when working with others. I'm just hoping he'll fade into the woodwork like Taylor Hicks.....

Oh please........Program should be called American entertainer or singer. What his preference is has nothing to do with talent!
So, I guess we shouldve never listened to the Beatles(idols they were)or God forbid the Stones....And please dont ever listen to Clay Aiken!
Come on...role model?.......You better not let your kids watch ANYTHING on TV or in the movies!

Wow, I can't believe the lashing out against VL that everyone seems to be enjoying. Since when is it so evil to want to raise your children in an environment that doesn't make things like drug use and gender bending seem like an acceptable choice to make? No one is saying Adam can't make the choice to flaunt like he does, but why is it so wrong to not want to expose a young child to things they cannot fully comprehend yet?

Evan,
What do you mean he wasn't openly gay on the show? Was anybody openly heterosexual? What does that even mean?
Short of wearing a t-shirt expressing his sexuality, what did you expect him to do?
This young man was probably more true to "himself" on that stage than any previous contestant to get that far. If you're surprised to find out he's gay, then you've been living in a closet for too long and need to come out and join society.
Are we seeing a new phenomenon? As more gay people come out of the closet, then more straight people go in to live in denial of a reality they can't handle?

Goodness VL,

I, for one, think you should keep your bigoted, judgmental, evangelical opinions to yourself. It's too bad there are so many bible thumpers, like yourself, who apparently only learn how to hate in your churches. God made all people dear, not just those whose actions you approve of. It's really too bad you don't realize what a bad example you are to your own children.

Is this really news? What moron couldn't tell he is gay?

I don't care if he's gay or not as long as he's a nice guy. Even that I don't really care about. There are lots of straight people that are vile, so does that make straight people as a group bad people? No. Look at Chris Brown. The guy is a waste of flesh. And yet there are plenty of people who are straight who are wonderful. And if Lambert is nice, well that's good enough for me. All I plan on doing is listening to his music on the radio.

Yea smoking dope and doing mushrooms has nothing to do with morals. Really? What do you consider good morals,Kevin?

I'm so glad Adam Lambert has been signed to a record deal.
If VL is truly looking for someone for her children to look up to, she had better stick to her bible. Last time I checked ALL of us are HUMAN and fallible!! I have raised 4 kids and they've listened to everything from rap to country and I think they've turned out to be pretty great kids.
Also, whenever I hear someone go on and on about how they love Elvis Presley -the one thing I remember about him is how he was fat, alcoholic and died of a DRUG overdose. So I wouldn't go looking to the music industry for your kids heroes...better looks elsewhere.

VL – You deserve the roasting !
Oh you poor soul – wait till your kids come to you and say they've been smoking pot and they think they are "gay" ! Cant wait to see you "overlook" that ! Not cool, passing that judgement on Adam's mom. I think they did an awesome job in raising a confident kid despite the world surrounding him ( filled with double-std bigots like YOU ! )

No one's begging you right-wing, "god-fearing"-then-"god-loathing-when-life-turns-sour" type of people to buy his music.. Go back to your Aiken-bedroom Jazz ( oh wait – he's Gay too !! ) maybe Fantasia !!
Or is that too "black" for you ? You can "overlook" that as well !!
Just remember some of the most famous, inspiring people are Gay.

I don't care about his lifestyle choices, but I love his style of music !
I for one hope he joins "Queen" and re-ignites their music.

Meanwhile, God bless Adam and his parents and his music !

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Oh poor VL's kids to be raised with such close mindedness and idiotic rhetoric. Whether you like it or not VL, Adam's got real GOD GIVEN talent, so I for one, don't care diddly squat about what that man's sexual preference is, what kind of drugs he's done or about the make-up he wears. Believe it or not, this comment is coming directly from a 54 year old grandmother who I might add, helped raise 2 very wonderful fine upstanding children that have great moral values and bright futures ahead of them. Stop taking the title "American Idol" so seriously, and besides, Adam Lambert wasn't voted in as Season 8 American Idol, little Kris Allen was and frankly, he's just okay in my book, so there's your actual American Idol. Kris is about as squeaky clean as they come, but as far as real talent goes, he just doesn't float my boat. Adam offers real talent, creativity and diversity and has one of the most awesome voices I've heard in a long long time. Oh by the way VL, go to You Tube and check out his performance in the stage production of Ten Commandments with Val Kilmer where Adam sings "Is Anybody Listening." Yes, that's the very same Adam Lambert and he's performing in Oh My God! a Christian Production of all things. You really need to get a grip VL. And if you don't think that there are any Gay Christian performers out there trying to send positive messages to the masses through their music, think again.

VL, I am in total agreement with you! The bottom line is being gay is a sin, no worse than any other sin but a sin and Adam and his parents should be trying to help him overcome this sin and try to lead a Godly life. Same for the drug use, not at all acceptable. You people that are slamming VL obviously aren't christians. This country has gone to hell and I don't think it will be around much longer. Jesus will return soon and I think a lot of people will be sorry for the lives they have lived.

VL, Why did you continue letting your kids watch American Idol if you were so offended by Adam? YOU are responsible for what they watch, not the producers of the show. Turn the TV OFF if it bothers you.

VL, based on the "opinions" you've expressed here, YOU are the single greatest threat to your child. Your ignorance will scar your child and create in them a handicap that will cause them more and more difficulty in life as the rest of humanity continues to evolve and improve.

Does anyone really think either Adam Lambert or Kris Allen are really on their way to stardom and a long career? What exactly is the Idol track record (especially for guys) for sustainable career trajectories. With the exception of Carrie Underwood (In the niche Country market) and Kelly Clarkson (fading fast), most of the winners and also-rans are now in the has-been category. Seems to me that all this is much ado about nothing.

Say it isn't so!

I don't CARE THAT HE IS GAY. I LOVE GEORGE MICHAEL, I LOVE QUEEN, I LOVE ELTON JOHN, ALL GAY. ADAM LAMBERT IS NOW AN ADMITTED DRUG USER, A FREAKING DRUG USER, PEOPLE. THAT'S AN AMERICAN IDOL? WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON IN THIS COUNTRY???? I'M JUST SAYING THAT A PERSON LIKE THAT SHOULN'T HAVE BEEN ON A SHOW CALLED "AMERICAN FREAKING IDOL", but you all have to play that gay card, don't you? If this were anyone else, and this past admission of drug use and other stuff came out, you would have been ALL OVER IT, and all you hypocrites know it.

Oh noes! It's bad enough that they want equal rights, but now they want to entertain us also?! What is this country coming to!

DANNY SHOULD HAVE WON!!!

VL- If you don't like the direction America is going in, pack a bag and one for your 'God fearing', moral kids, and move off to some sort of backwoods commune, preferrably in another country.

The rest of us will try real hard not to miss you.

Attn: VL
your heart is very small and narrowminded and I feel sorry for your children shielding them from the real world....how dare you criticize Adam's mother....how dare you....not very Christian of you....!

How you raise your child has nothing to do if they are gay or not!! Believe you should educate yourself on "issues" .

I always saw some Freddy Mercury in this guy, even from the very beginning.
More apparently than I thought.

He was already a loser. Now he is just a gay drug abusing loser. Not worthy of any idol.

VL – I am the mother of two teenage daughters (both straight). The oldest has both gay and bisexual friends that are loving, caring people. I don’t raise my children to be God-fearing – I raise them to be empathetic individuals who pay attention to what is on the inside and that it doesn’t matter what one’s skin-color or sexual orientation is – what matters is the size of their heart and their compassion to others. During the course of AI Adam was always courteous and encouraging to his fellow competitors, gave props to the band and back-up singers, said “Thank you” to the judges for their critique…Congratulations to the Lamberts for how they raised their son. They must be very proud of him. He is a witty, charming, compassionate, talented person, and I am so glad that he is part of our world!

VL- Well actually, the American people have chosen NOT to idolize him and have chosen Kris Allen instead, so there's nothing to complain about! And I agree with everything you said!

VL – As far as an idol goes, America elected a former pot user twice (Clinton) and then a former cocaine & pot user twice (Bush). Even Obama's tried it. Are you going to ban your kids from reading anything political since it could be tainted by "drug users"? And so what if Adam Lambert's gay? Somewhere between 10 and 30 million Americans are. Teach your kids tolerance, not bigotry. When they leave home and enter the real world, they'll be thankful.

People... get over it already – who cares who he wants to be with!!! I am thrilled that he is a VERY nice person and has GREAT talent!!!! This is what the headlines should be focusing on!!!

People need to settle down! It was a TV show and if parents expect a reality TV show to help create a "role model" they are in a lot of trouble. The show rated for the appropriate age and if parents allowed their children to watch it's their own fault. Maybe someday people will just accept people. I don't care what Adam Lambert does. I don't even like his singing. Put the lame story to sleep.

The fact that this kind of story is making headlines is evidence that sexual preference is still a "big deal" to most people in our society. Congratulations, America .......... you're still a homophobic, hypocritical country hell-bent on stereotyping and discriminating against somebody regardless of their talent or inherent worth.

There's been so much sensationalism about who this guy sleeps with that most people don't realize what an incredible entertainer he is.

This wasn't a surprise.

Regardless fo his sexual preference, the bigger issue is that his talent is so overrated. The only thing he's good at is making people's ears bleed with his annoying screeching.

Warning: Don't play his music unless you enjoy having every neighborhood dog chase your car down the street.

Don't teach your kids to fear god. God is love. Fear breeds hate.

VL – If your children are so impressionable that seeing a gay man singing on TV makes them change their sexual orientation, then you've done a horrible job of parenting. Were you also concerned that having Lil Rounds on the show might make your kids become black?

Oh for heaven's sake! EVERYONE KNEW HE WAS GAY.-he was never in the closet to begin with.

This is not news. The man can sing. He is gay. He is a star. so what?

It's not an issue of an openly gay person ever winning Idol. It is about talent – or it should be. Whether Adam is gay or straight should not be a factor. And I agree its just confirming what was already out there.

VL, you're crazy! Do you even have any clue about the background and recreational habits of half the entertainers you listen to or watch?!!! I'll give you one (and I'm a huge fan too), Elvis! Did his mother drop the ball or something because he took a drug or two, or three? Don't we all still call him "The King"??? You're a judgemental wack! I hope you're kids recognize that about you.

Wow.........I really hope nobody runs into VL in public..might get ugly :O)

Uh, Sandy, you liked him when he was in the closet – but not now?? Ignorance does not go with what you are wearing today, honey.

How is this news? Look at the guy. He wears more makeup then half of the women I know.

Jeff & Kel & Mark etc-
Right on!

Why anyone would look to the entertainment industry for "role models" for their kids is just sad and pathetic. I remember when the people we looked up to were our parents, our ministers, our neighbors and teachers.... what is wrong in VL's house and community that makes it not an option?

At any rate, I downloaded the entire Adam album on iTunes (not the new one, the one of his AI stuff) and it is even better than the live stuff. I don't care which team he bats for, the guy is crazy talented and hot! meow... to this old lady.

takes guts to come out...props to him....now who's next?.....anyone from CNN wanna step up??

To VL ... first and foremost, I really do feel sorry for you and your kids. I cannot believe that as an adult you're teaching your kids how to hate. Whether you want to admit it or not, that's what you're doing. You may think that you're doing the right thing but you're not. What you should teach your kids is to love and respect EVERYONE regardless of their character ... better yet give them the opportunity to make their own decision.

Secondly, for you to overlook Adam’s gayness should be applauded. But how do you feel about other people for being straight/hetero? Day in and day out, people that are straight are able to flaunt that they are hetero, should that be overlook as well and applauded?

VL … you’re being a hypocrite just like I am right now for judging you. You do not know Adam and you should NOT judge him. But you have given me and other readers many reasons to judge you and that’s why I wrote my comment to you and for what you wrote.

Lastly, if you felt so strongly about Adam not being a role model, why not watch another show? Changing the channel cannot have been that difficult. Blame yourself for exposing Adam and his talent to your children.

I don't agree with alot that VL is saying but I think its sad that so many of you are "spewing hatred" towards her just as you say she does towards Adam. There is no difference between your comments and her comments towards another person.

i guess it's all pat boone all day in your household VL. nothing like a pat boone triple shot to my day going yes sirree. oh.....and the kids....they seem to love it. what great kids.

Is this "American Idol" show the kids are all talkin' about new??? If I ever have to work less than 70 hours a week to support my family and the "other family" that the Government has decided I must support...I might just have to check it out. By the way when you say he's gay, you mean happily excited or bright and lively...right?

VL I appriciate your comment!! I very much agree with you. Whatever happened to morals. People can say whatever they want but young girls and guys look up to these people, just as I did back when I was younger. Not that Im old either, only 29. But when your young you have a tendancy to mimic others who you think are cool. Its obvious in todays younger society. I would not let my child look up to this person. I do not want my child to experiment with drugs, alcohol, or their sexual orientation. Nor do I ever want them to think its cool. I do not let myself judge other people. its not my place, God will punish those. So be gay if thats who you choose to be. But when you infringe on my rights to live comfortably and my right to raise my children with morals. Thats where the line is drawn.

VL,

You better just not let you kids view any TV. Adam isn't the first gay contestant on Idol and he won't be the last. If I remember correctly I believe one even worked in gay strip club. I hope that you or your children never have to be served in your life by someone that might have an alternative lifestyle but is a brilliant surgeon or lawyer.

I don't care if Adam is purple. He's an amazing talent and that should be all there's is. If someone doesn't like his lifestyle or who or what he is, don't fricking listen to him. There's plenty who get it!!

Beatles, Rolling Stones, Rush Limbaugh, Betty Ford, Edgar Allan Poe...the list goes on with drug, alcohol users. VL, put plugs in your ears and a mask over your eyes, and watch out for that Harry Potter book. Do the same for your kids. Nothing will make you happy.

I idolize the best singer, and he can sure sing.

Sorry VL as a mom, and an ancient kid myself, you will be unable to forbid anything to your kids. I mean you can, but it won't stop the music notes to eventually make their way to their ear canals....The more open and accepting that you will be of others with your kids, the better people they will become. You never know who and what your kids will become in life, and believe it or not you will love them even if they become an Adam Lambert.

Sad that this is what America Idolizes. Pathetic.

VL your mother should be ashamed of how you turned out to be! AN IGNORANT who thinks that she has to look up to entertainers for idols!!!

Well geee....knock me over with a feather!!

I have the same phrase here of "Felines..." First time in a long time I will be purchasing an Idol contestant’s debut disc. Looking forward to it. And I don’t give a damn about his sexuality. He is a great singer, and that match with Queen: "made in heaven"

Gay? Who cares?

He's banned here, too, but only because he was on American Idol.

Shame, he could've been an adequate Freddie Mercury substitute.

VL must have voted for Bush as well. Scary.

Pathetic!

VL,

You're kidding right?

Why don't you grab yourself a real strong cup of coffee, wake up and realize that it's 2009!

The most unfortunate thing about your post is that the stongest influence on your children will be your narrow-minded, homophobic, petty and utterly pathetic point of view.

Dear VL – you are the problem, and sorry you can not control if your kids are gay, straight or do drugs... you just have to help them make good choices by example... The moment you FORBID something is the same moment they will want to do it...
+ what about Liberace & Rip Taylor, Rock Hudson, Pete Townsend, Elton John, Mr. Brady (brady bunch) and the gazzillion other gay performers who did drugs & alcohol... At least this Adam guy has the balls to say what he is so parents like you can't hide from the conversation and have to show your kids your true bigot feelings...

Get a life stop the hate...

I prefer classical music. Opera rules, pop drools.

As an out and proud, 40ish gay american, it has been a delight to read all the supportive comments to a story of someone coming out, as unsurprising it may have been. Coming out is a deeply personal and very unique event in any gay persons life, (celebrity or not). Easy for some, horrifying for others. The ifs, whens and whys are not really anyone else's to question.

Also, the resounding revulsion to the comments of VL, give me hope that the gay and lesbian youth in this country may have a brighter and more accepting America in which to live.

YAY.... good for him... Love adam for 1) his voice , 2) his confidence in truly expressing who he is -- YOU GO ADAM WITH your jewels, and leather and guyliner YOU ROCK!!!.... and 3) for being comfortable with who he is – a PROUD GAY MAN ....
So what if he has smoked weed... So has our President ... WHO HASNT?
Give me a break people...

He lives in LA for christsake... you throw a rock you are going to hit somebody who is gay or has smoked weed.... I for one, think you should be able to lively as openly in Elkhart, Indiana as you do in Sunset Boulevard , LA or Chelsea, NYC....

As a PROUD LESBIAN...I wouldnt want people to judge me because of my sexuality ... but I would like to acknowledge that it is an important part of identity along with my race, ethnicity, gender and the fact that I am an AMERICAN....

Get over it people. No one REALLY cares if he's gay or not, he is just the latest gossip target. In a few weeks / months, this will be old news.

Shock and outrage over a gay entertainer.... get real ! If every homosexual was removed from the entertainment business Hollywood would shut down and Disney would have to close their doors for good.

Adam is gay? WOW! Why didn't anyone let me in on the "big secret?" Big deal, the guy is great AND he can sing. You rock Adam!!

He has a talent that is a gift from God. I was entertained by his performances. I will look forward to hearing his music. I do not approve of his personal lifestyle but it will be God that judges him and myself and all who have posted their commets here. VL has a right to her style of dealing with her beliefs and as well will be judge for it. I pray for you all and myself as well.

Why doesn't everyone lay off of V.L. That person is totally entitled to her opinion. Homosexuality is a perversion (accepted by society or not) and she is free to call it what it is. I am not advocating hating people in any way, for that would do no good, but one certainly does not have to accept what they believe to be a perverse or wrong.

I for one am glad to see that she wants to raise her children to be God-fearing, which is a term given to the tremendous reverence of a mighty and powerful God. That is wonderful! How can you condemn that? Every human being, free or slave, gay or straight, rich or poor, jew or gentile will have to stand before a mighty and just God at judgement day – whether they believed or not.

As far as the whole 'God loves all' argument, God also loves justice and righteousness. Yes God loves the person, but by his own definition, he abhors sin and has called homosexuality just that. Let no one deceive you, unrepentant sin leads to death. I do not wish hell upon anyone, oh my goodness, no way, rather, I wish that by love and grace everyone would come to know the Lord and follow him faithfully. We MUST love each other, yet hate the sin, not the sinner.

Sure, my post was way off topic, but it had to be said.

Bravo Adam! Every person that comes out makes gay people a little more free. VL's bigoted remarks are just narrow-minded views from people with hate in their hearts. Newsflash, VL...there are gay people in America! And the world! Get used to it! We're not going anywhere. There is no need to attack Adam for his drug use. He no doubt experimented, as many teens do. That's the reality. You can't judge him or his mother for that. How dare you? Those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. Adam is brave for being himself. That's what we all should aspire to. I hope he has a long and successful career.

Who watching this show REALLY thought he was straight...please! I applaud him for being honest about it. As a gay man myself I wish every gay person could/would come out, it would make for a better America. I think he is an awesome singer but i ultimately voted for Kris because I thought he showed growth throughout the season where Adam did not. Sexuality did not play a role in my decision.

As for VL... my dear 20 years from now there will no doubt be something else for self righteous people to moan and groan about but i only PRAY that who someone loves by choice or inclination is not it. Please know how you raise your children will not determine their sexuality but definately will determine how they treat others. Morality includes how you treat others who are different from yourself.

Sandy.....you liked him before he came out and now you don't??? Kinda HOMOPHOBIC!!!

Why did Adam hold this back, until after American Idol had finished? As evidenced here, many who talk fairness, are jumping all over someone who thinks differently than they do. Where does that leave you??

VL–
Are you that bad as a parent that your kids look somewhere else for role models?

The Charleston was a dance craze on the 1920's that was supposedly going to ruin the young people of the day. Zealous bigots wanted Elvis banned because he sang "black" music and they thought their kids would be corrupted. (Except they didn't use the word black, they used the N word). They wanted the Beatles banned because they wore their hair long, hence they were too "feminine". And on and on down the line. Kids are going to listen to whatever they want. It's a rite of passage for each generation to have its own music, clothes and slang.

I admire Adam Lambert for being who he is. Good luck with that "banning" thing. Every parent of teenagers knows how well that works. I feel sorry that your children have to grow up in such a narrow minded, uneducated home.

VL- Glad to see there is still a Christian out there willing to stand up for morals and God's laws. It is a shame that God's people are such a minority and that seemingly all morals have been thrown away in this country. I am 28 years old, and I still stand firm on the word of God and continue to uphold the values that most others my age disregard these days. There is coming a very very sad day for many people, whether they like to admit it/think about it or not. We can only pray for those who the devil has deceived, and be a witness to them by our own lifestyles. Thanks for your posts.

"Train up a child in the way he shoud go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Prov. 22:6 KJV

Dear Tragic VL
I couldn't possibly feel more sorry for you or your poor kids. How sad to bash someone who is different. ...that's not what God teaches us. I don't know which one you pray too, but mine embraces all humans, and loves us no matter what. He's not to be feared, for he is light and love. I wish you the best with your God, sure isn't mine. Oh, and Adam is an awesome talent...don't give a hoot about his personal life.

Well, of course he's gay. But this way, he's controlled the presentation. And the Rolling Stone cover is Sizzling Hot! He's so candid and wonderful. He's always been "out." Honestly, people who react strongly in a negative way to him have their own issues to sort out.

Cool for him. Oh well. Its not the biggest deal and not even news worthy if you ask me.

I don't think Adam's fans ever cared about his sexuality, and I don't think Adam ever hid it. The "controversy" seemed to be generated by the so-called liberal, tolerant media that couldn't write a story about him without focusing on sexual orientation. What is "openly" gay anyway? Is he obligated to walk around with a big "G" stamped on his forehead? Now that the "controversy" has been put to rest, stop asking intrusive questions, and let him focus on his career.

Hey VL, he's a nice kid, good heart, polite, witty, and hugely talented – in my younger days, I did the same things and today I'm a responsible father of 5 who's raising kids the right way – to judge people on who they are, not what they are! There's a big difference which cretins like you will never understand – why don't you and the other self righteous, hypocritical, bible pounding knuckleheads go vote for your supreme queen of the knuckleheads, Sarah Palin? Get over it!

VL- I hope the line gets drawn at intolerant and ignorant people like you.

VL: Be a role model to your own kids. Don't expect somebody else to do your job. These contestants didn't sign on to be role models or heros. They wanted an opportunity to sing for alot of people and make a living at it too. And if you didn't want your precious, perfect kids 'exposed' to a gay man who happens to be a great performer...ever hear of changing the channel? YOU control what your kids watch on TV. But believe me, you're not gonna be able to control what they see or listen to when they're not at home....

VL Please move to some nice forbidden planet somewhere. Adam seems like a good kid, who worked really hard. It is parent like you, who raise kids shielded from the real world, that end up having kids who go off the deep end and get into trouble of the serious kind.

I imagine you are a racist too....

VL's comments are typical of the religous right who can only judge others....they see "the devil" in every aspect of life, and every such aspect is meant to ruin our society. It's a very sad way to live. I'm 50 and I have heard this same trash from people like her since my teenage years. Since she's slammin parents I might add it's usually the fruitcakes like her that churn out the screwed up puppies who are ill prepared to deal with society. Just be glad that you don't live next to her, or feel sorry for the one who does!

VL...I have to ask...are you a Rush Limbaugh fan? I'm guessing yes....but oh by the way...BIG BIG BIG Drug user....teach your children right from wrong, how to say No to Drugs and encourage them to walk the right path. "Idols" can and will make mistakes. As parents we can allow our children to read about them, listen to them, and encourage them to learn from their mistakes. Listening or watching someone who is gay..does not make you gay....watching someone who uses and or used drugs will not make your childrend into drug users....have some common sense.

VL is just the kind of person that we need to BREED-OUT of this earth. So judgemental!

I don't believe people should be hired, fired, overlooked, etc. because of their sexuality, race, religion, etc. Nor do I believe people should shove their sexuality, race, religion, etc. down people's throats. I think our country has become too obsessed with what people's sexuality, race or religion are instead of what someone's skills, talents, etc. are. Its a shame! We have lost sight of what is truly important.

It's too bad everyone's being so hard on VL - Yes, in some ways it came out "judgmental" because Christians shouldn't judge, but judging & stating your personal morals are two different things. She's entitled to her opinion just like the rest of you. The things you're saying about hoping her children realize what a whack she is.. why would you wish that for her? She's just looking out for her kids, obviously in a different way than the rest of you, not that either way is right or wrong. And music does play a huge role in someone's life.. if you're already feeling depressed & possibly suicidal, why would you listen to a song about killing yourself - wouldn't that make it easier to go that route? And if Adam Lambert isn't a role model.. it's JUST a singing competition, why call it "american IDOL" Why can't you all state your opinions without it turning ugly, calling names, bringing other's kids into it, or saying "see you in Hell"

What difference does it make. He is a fantastic singer and entertainer. YOU Go Adam. Love you for who you are!!.

Adam - gay? SO WHAT?

His orientation isn't illegal, however his drug use is. Let me break it down for you....... This is no role model for your children!

Might I suggest instead the music of Switchfoot, Mutemath or U2? Great musicians...... no drugs

i am finding a fine line between the world of entertainment and the world of politics lately. I could care less if he is gay, or what drug he has used, i just care that he can sing, because whether anyone life him or not, he is the best singer that show has ever seen. Rock This should be the only kind of popularity contest in this country, but because too many people are followers and celebrity smitten, we are all paying the price for another popularity contest by electing someone solely based on "charisma".

VL WOW! Look at what you've started. Keep on doing this and before you know it, the whole world will be talking about what you've written. I'd be trying to find an agent because everyone will want to be doing interviews with you! LOL!

On a more serious note I believe what VL wrote was taken out of context. He didn't write how ‘they’ look to the music industry or anything other form of entertainment in search of role models. On the other hand I believe what they were pointing out was the fact how the media will put a spotlight on individuals in the name of money who are less than moral (in the religous aspect), and less than what we, as parents, would want our kids to look up to over and beyond their own parents. That VL’s point I believe.

I for one could care less if Adam is gay or he does drugs because that's his choice, but what I do care about and do have a choice about is what my children are exposed to for as long as they are being raised under the roof of my house. I would no more have them look up to someone who admits they do drugs as I would allow them to go hang out with kids who do drugs (considering I don't want them to use drugs and I am not a drug user myself). The same thing goes for homosexuality. There are just SO many other choices in this world, but...to each his own.

Wow. VL really seems to have stolen the show here. Let's see, now, what were we talking about?...Oh,yeah - a singing contest.

I for one congradulate Adam for coming out. He shouldn't have to be ashamed - there's nothing wrong with smoking pot.

Ummm...who cares? Everybody and their dog is gay these days.

To VL –

Adam isn't the American Idol; he didn't win. So apparently we DON'T think he's one.

And "hell" is spelled with L's, not 1's. Last I checked, it wasn't a curse word.

VL... how dare you be conservative on a liberal website! you have no right to exist. don't you know that homosexuality has been declared to be officially normal by the half of american that controls the media? that makes it unanimous! do yourself a favor and don't come back here. by the way, agree with you 100%. i've just learned to breath deep when i visit CNN, then quickly go to drudgereport.com for news that i can stomach.

he just doesn't give a rip what anyone thinks. he makes it non-news, a non-issue, and will probably have less paparazzi on him as a result. he stole their story. the celebs that hide things tend to make what would otherwise be a normal thing into news, and we eat it up like so much mind candy.

It's seems to be a dogpile on VL. Truth is a person with views like that are how too many people in the country feel. They condemn people that are most like themselves. It's often that a person condemn's a gay person because they have homosexual tendencies. It's how their self-loathing is played out.

They spout off interpertations of the Bible as justification for their belief. That part is taken literally. However, all the admonishments for heterosexual coupling and activity are conveniently overlooked. My parents tried to make me a "God fearing" and "parent fearing" person. It was all a system of control. All the achieved was making me want to be as little like them as possible (narrow-minded, intolerant, cold and distant).

As for the drug use, well let's join the real world for a moment. People treat the 2009 society as if the sit-com's of the 50's and 60's were documentaries, rather than entertainment and wishful thinking. Stubstance use and abuse is a time-honored tradition around the world. Many leaders and those we hold in such high esteem do it. As several have mentioned before: Elvis, George W Bush, Bill Clinton, Willie Nelson, Woody Harlson and other figures in music, entertainment and politics that are too numerous to mention.

As for being gay, so what. He's gay, big deal. Sexuality is an individual's business. It's part of who he is, not the single defining characteristic.

In our society, we elevate people so we can watch some of them fall. We praise (and envy) their achievements, then delight in anything that we can use as a means to tear them down. It's not that he did anything more than be human. But apparently, some people will find that being a human is a fault by their definition.

Yay Adam!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So brave, so hot. Who cares what relationships he has and what he might have done for inspiration. The greatest artists are often the strangest since their minds just work in beautifully original ways. For anyone who watched and had any sense of the world Adam was in no way hiding his orientation. Of ALL the contestants he appeared most kind. If he was acting then he deserves an Oscar for real. Remember when he stayed back to help the vision impaired contestant when everyone else kept walking forward? HE was always humble while remaining authentic. I have been dying to purchase his record and can't wait for the Fall. As for role models, the main one your kids should be looking up to is you their parent/guardian. No one has a greater impact on how they will grow to be responsible citizens and caring individuals. Being gay isn't a choice, but acting on it is. Of course I myself would have a hard time going my whole life without sex in a loving committed relationship. Would you wish that on another human really?

ADAM IS the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I didn't vote for him b/c I got really tired of his screeching on every song and to be honest the Ring of Fire mutiliation.

However, I could care less if the guy is gay...

Jeff , you are all over VL Because she fears GOD .. YOU need to be because one day you will be at judgement day with him and it sounds to me that you are the same way Adam is !!

Good for him. A good singer and a person true to himself.

$100 says Bono has done some type of drugs in his music career and there are articles on line that substantiate that. But really, what does it matter? They're entertainers, not baby sitters. People shouldn't have idols anyway. They'll only let us town. People keep wanting celebrities to be perfect in every way and then dog them when they are flawed as the rest of us. That's ignorant at best. Be your own hero.

To quote Ferris Bueller quoting John Lennon " 'I don't believe in Beatles, I belive in me.' Good point there. After all, he was the Walrus."

I'm shocked! Who's next? Tony Randall?

As a christian, I am appaled and fascinated by some of these comments. We are suppose to 'let our light shine' not put others lights out. I love everyone and will always try my best to not judge anyone. I'm not perfect, but I am saved by the blood of Jesus Christ. I, alone, have to answer for myself as does everyone else, so who am I to insult and degrade another. I'm sure God is hurt when people judge and show disgust for another. Adam is a very talented singer who deserved to be in the top two. Just because I don't agree with some things doesn't make me a better person. I'm sure others don't always agree with me. I wish Adam all the best. It's funny how when you bring God into the mix everyone stands up and feels they must 'defend' themselves.

WHO CARES!!!!! The man can sing!! That"s what matters. Plus his man is finer than most women could ever dream about being with!!!

What ever happened to 'mind your own business and keep your business to yourself'? Yeah, I know... it's the 'media'. That's the problem. And people are too judgmental over things they shouldn't even be intruding upon. Don't put it in the open and one doesn't have to worry about it. And if someone asks, "Mind your own business" I think is the most appropriate response. Because really, it's none of anyone's business.

George Michael, Elton John, Freddie Mercury – Music Legends in the entertainment business who paved the way so that Adam Lambert could be on the cover of Rolling Stone and say "Yes I am...so what". This is such a old and beaten issue....Let's move on people. I admire Adam for being open about it and even open about his drug use (although I hope he quits using now that he's had his epiphany – remember Elvis died from abusing drugs)....His honesty though is better than "I tried it but I didn't inhale"!

I better clarify, I don't care if you're gay, but I do hate how everyone bands together and assaults someone for what they believe, but if it was the other way around, they are "bigots". Grow the flip up

VL- Your comments are disappointing and quite frankly, annoying. And if you think that all of these people you "love" (i.e. queen and Elton John) haven't used drugs then you fooling yourself. You are the biggest hypocrit of all. Lets be honest, this really has nothing to do with the drugs. Adam Lambert can sing with the best of them, plain and simple. His sexual orientation is really no ones business, but he chose to share that information because is he proud of who he is and has nothing to hide from. A young man admitting that he has smoked pot isn't really the shocker of the century, and as others have said, many of our "idols" including the former Presidents of the United States have admitted to "drug use." I would suggest that you open up your eyes and look around, Adam Lambert is the least of the "worries" as far as the future or this country is concerned. And by the way.....for you to say such a terrible thing about his mother is downright obnoxious. Who do you think you are? She clearly raised an amazing individual, with depth, personality and charisma. Hopefully someday you will be able to say the same about your children.

Maybe VL is looking for a role model for her child(ren) because she is not a role model herself.

I mean think about... she really think "American Idol" is a show to find an American idol.

But wants to tote her bible and spew hate on someone (in the name of Jesus) when she finds out a contestant isn't the perfect role model she needs for her kid(s).

Pathetic.

Just a thought for those that are offended that Adam admits to using drugs. Rather than condemning the media for "glorifying" this behavior, why don't you use it to springboard an honest conversation about the topic with your kids. Having open dialog about these situations will go a lot farther in preventing abuse than raising your child to be "god fearing". I was raised to be "god fearing" and I can tell you, it didn't stop me or any of my fellow religious friends from experimenting in high school. I don't know a single one of my christian friends in high school that didn't at least try drugs. If you think differently, you are only fooling yourself.

This is what I love about so-called Christians. They want us to believe that God loves everyone. BUT...apparently, God's love is only for straight people. Gee...I wonder why people are running from religion en masse.

Regarding this guy's sexuality...WHO CARES? I thought it was a singing competition. How sad are we when the topic of conversation is someone's sexuality? I don't care, and personally don't want to know if people are gay. It has nothing to do with me and certainly doesn't affect my life.

People who don't like gay people are simple insecure about their own sexuality. Get over it.

Adam Lambert is a brilliant vocalist and entertainer who not only kept all of us watching, but talking about American Idol every week. I still get chills listening to Mad World. Adam never hid who he was and the most beautiful part about that was that his incredibly supportive parents were there every step of the way. Parents of gay (and straight) children could learn an awful lot from the Lambert family. Adam is so comfortable being who he is and we all delighted in how he entertained us each week. For anyone to take a shot at his parents is deplorable. Mr and Mrs. Lambert, I applaud you on accepting your sons differences so early on and fostering his talents for us all to enjoy.

I don't think you can "come out" unless you were "in" and I am pretty sure we have all known he was gay for the get go. Good luck to him and I can't wait for him to be a huge success.

I have to side with VL....regardless of what people say, more people feel the way VL does....and why jump on VL becuase he/she is voicing her opinion....seems like it is only ok to voice your opinion if it is a gay one....God have mercy on all your souls

I can't believe Rolling Stone now has to report on Idol gossip – this use to be a medium for groundbreaking entertainment and as wonderful commentary on the world around us. This is becoming a sad, gray world.

Groan–I liked Sandy until I read that comment–now—ugh.

Apparently ignorance can also come out of the closet.

Ok, let's take a vote....ALL those who are perfect...let's see a show of hands......EXACTLY. That's what I thought. We ALL are different. It was intended to be that way. Love one another WITHOUT being judgemental.

Why is this unnecessary bashing of "VL" happening ? Learn to be in a tolerant society & learn to respect other side of the story & other peoples view point without bringing them down..

Hey they gave Elvis a stamp and he was an alcoholic drug addict that constantly cheated on his wife.

VL – I'm sure grateful I'm not your kid........

Although I like Adam's singing, don't make someone the victim because they have morals that are backed in the bible. That is bs! Not everything is okay in this world so take your immorality somewhere else.

Everything VL says is solid gold comedy. Welcome to the internet.

VL – you do realize "American Idol" is just the americanized version of Pop Idol- the original show from the UK. One word was changed, so it wouldn't seem like an outright copy of Pop Idol. Seriously, its just a show lets not go all crazy cause idol is in the title.

And everyone speaking for God quit it. No one is meant to speak for God and I mean no one.

Who cares! Many many famous celbs and artists have been and are gay. Does it really matter? Why are we judging them based on what they do behind a closed door? Does it really affect us? Who cares about what drugs Adam has dabbled in! I would be more than willing to bet that many "role models" that parents think are fine for their kids have also dabbled and are not the model that they think they should be....the difference is maybe they aren´t out and open about it. Besides, think back to Britney in her heyday- the I´m still a virgin lie that was told over and over again. Oh or, Michael Phelps that "got caught". But, honestly, what does it matter?! Is Phelps still a great swimmer, and will he continue to win awards? Can Adam still sell amazing records based on his voice? Yes.
You should be the role model for your own kids and explain to them how the world works!...not pretend that celebs should be exalted for their perceived "moral behavior", and them feel disappointed when they don´t live up to your expectations!

A woman appeared half naked (bikini girl) on the show, yet more people are offended by the mention of Adam's sexuality than the woman's sexual objectification? Indeed, where have our morals gone?

Adam Lambert doesn't even sing. He "downloads" the sounds from the anti's circle of Christ mimicry. It's like a gang of heckling plagiarizers who think music is a hypno-lure, not soul confession. So there. The sounds change when your scary puppets try to rip off the real haunting cathedral.

VL,
Like they're aren't any Christian artists who don't abuse drugs....

OK, I have about had it.

First things first VL and the other "fundamentalists" out there, you have a choice, and only one choice. "Do not". If you have an issue with Adam "Do not buy his album" If you want your kids to be raised within your standarrds "Do not expose them" Other than that get off your high horse and STFU ( google it!)

I am tired of religious fundamentalism. You people think you have a lock-down on Morality and Family. You are the bane of growth for society as a whole. Your outdated mythical personal religious views are yours and you lack the ability to logically understand that it does not apply to all. You can raise your children the way you wish, inside your own home and in any manner provided, **BUT** I am tired of you people hijacking everything in this world for the sake of your spawn. You have no "right" to have children and you have no "right" to do everything possible to push your morals in the name of your breeding.

Morals exist without religion and always have. There is not one shred of evidence that your belief creates morals, in fact evidence points to it destroying the moral fabric of the human race.

Go hide up in your compounds waiting for your apocalypse.

Have to say that VL has stood up for what she believes. She did that without calling any of you any names. You all took it and ran with it and have called her ugly names. Is it wrong to have an opinion? No. Is it wrong to bash somebody else and tell them their opinion is wrong? Yes. Freedom of speech – one of our basic rights as American citizens. You may not agree with what she says but you have no right to treat someone that way. Talk about role models...ridiculous!
I like Adam, I think he's a great entertainer. I was glad he didn't win though – got tired of his performances and the obvious American Idol favortism – my opinion...something we all are entitled to have.

VL- I understand where you are coming from and why. I too, am a Christian, and am concerned about the effect of the world on my children, but I cannot agree with or condone your hate-filled rant. Try showing a little Christian love. Explain to your kids that there are many talented people who make their own choices in life for which they will be answerable to God upon the final judgement, and let it go at that. if you are truly living in God's love, your children will pick up on that, and will hopefully make their own choices based upon a good Godly example. If not, remember, God gave us free will to choose to love Him and live our lives patterned after Him. We can try to teach one other, but by trying to force, ban or otherwise compel your kids to live the way you feel they should could very well backfire on you.

One more for VL

If you are so concerned about your children learning about the "facts of life" why not lock them up in your basement with no TV!!! Children needs to be "educated" not locked from what really happens in this world!!!

Adam is not an "addict" go ask the other contestants how many of them have tried to do drugs, I would say many!!!!!

So I still think Adam deserves to be a role model because HE IS TRUE TO HIMSELF AND TO US!!!

I don't think a person sexual preferences should impact anything. As long as he doesn't hurt anyone or any children than who cares. Why are people so intuned with who is gay and who isn't? Who cares!!!! No one can judge anyone but God so all christians believe, yet they are the first to cast the first stone? We need to worry about more important things like child abuse!!!

Adam was a superstar and deserved to win the show. What does being gay have to do anything with his amazing talent?

Kris Allen was ok but I don't think he was an American Idol. There was poeple who were more talented then him but I guess like Brittany Spears, he has the like factor.

I hope VL's kids all turn out gay! Now THAT would be a hoot!

Adam has mad talent, an open mind, and an open heart. Unlike some of the homophobe's posting on this site. Where do some of these people live? Under a rock?

I bet they don't know that Elton John, Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen DeGeneres, and Melissa Etheridge are gay either. Hurray for all of these talented individuals...for their honesty and their bravery in facing such hate-filled, ignorant members of society.

Really! You need to smoke something to help you relax. I feel sorry for your kids! They're doomed by being surrounded by such ignorance for the rest of their childhood.

The fact that this is news is sad to begin with, the fact that people would actually not support his music because of his sexual preference is disgusting.

Most of the comments in here are judgemental. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. No need to berate someone for their beliefs. We all have our way of wanting to bring up our children. If you can find something wrong with wanting a God loving family then maybe your life could use some fine tuning.

I draw the line at VL!!!!!

I love Adam Lambert as a person and as a singer and entertainer and that is all that matters. What type of sex have you had VL; I guess everyone should know all the details now that you are quite famous in this blog. We need to do a more detailed background check on you as you suggest AI shoud have done on Adam. We need to know more about your morals, thoughts and details of every sexual act you have received and performed throughout your lifetime, because, so far what I know about your beliefs, repulses me.

I'm glad he's clearly stated that he's gay, now all the women I know might stop pining for him. I don't know how he does with the fellas, but this guy would need surgery after all his female fans were done with him.

Adan is a fantastic singer and a fantastic entertainer. I can't wait to hear and see more of him.

As an openly gay male who is not a god fearing person, but was raised with morals in a Catholic household, VL's words are exactly what is wrong with this nation. Believe in what and who you want. But don't shove it down mine or anyone else's throat. You don't have to be god fearing to have morals.

We no longer need a physical war. Just check out the battling between the comments. Dang!!! No one is REALLY allowed to express their true opinions or feelings. We are all supposed to openly accept everyone for who they are..and that's cool. I can understand that. BUT, when someone states their differences and or opinion that is contrary to the other side's viewpoint, BOOM, war breaks out. Each and every person who is bashing BOTH sides of this argument need to chill. Aren't both sides supposed to have their say??? We don't have to agree, one way or the other, but to rip each other to shreds is a BIG part of today's problems. If we are supposed to accept ALL lifestyles and ALL faiths/or lack thereof, then the acceptance MUST go both ways. And, just because we disagree with one side or the other DOES NOT MEAN that we should or do HATE the other side and their views. We are to love each other, whether we agree or not. Compassion is not compromise. Somehow WE ALL tend to forget that most important point.

VL- really.... "moral and GOD fearing"...really.... How dare you comment on Adam's mother or upbringing. You speaking the word of a religion that has condemned so many to death over the centuries for being different than your expectation of normal. Shame on you VL and all others like you. No wonder the nation is in the state it is in. It is closed minded people like you who make it a miserable place to live at times. What a boring miserable life your children will suffer being raised by parents like you. Shame on you.

Adam will join the likes of Freddy Mercury, Elton John, George Michael, The Pet Shop Boys, & Erasure, and many other wonderfully talented acts who have achieved great fame & fortune. I just hope America allows him to get married & have his full civil rights.

Come on Mac, are you serious? You KNOW with absolute certainty that these musicians you are suggesting haven't used or are not currently using drugs? Give me a break, of course you don't. The only person anyone can have 100% knowledge of is themselves.

Nice try, but entirely misguided.

Who the hell is this guy anyway?

Boy!! He certainly has talent but what is wrong with standing up for your
beliefs? If you have a problem with a gay person then you should be able to express your view without everyone blowing up on your remarks.
Yes, God does love everyone, but he does not like what everyone's actions are nor what they think is ok !!
I have no judgment for this young man . The man that won is the winner
of the contest. Whats the point of the argument?

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Why is it that when I read VL's, Angela's and Jake's comments, I hear the distinct sound of dueling banjos?

I will buy Lambert's debut album. It will be the ONLY album I have ever bought from someone that was on American Idol. I don't even like the show, but I had to watch it every week this last season. Hell, my gf even accused me of having a bromance with Adam. LOL!

The fact that he is gay, whatever. As far as the drugs go, well, many many people have used drugs, he may or may not stop. Not my business.

I really have to sound off here:

I'm a Christian and I get sick and tired of this self righteous judgement people pass on others.... Let's get back to the matter....Let he who is without sin cast the first stone!!! The Bible is clear that we should not judge others and by the same measure that we judge we will be judged... Let's be clear: I do not condone homosexuality. I believe however that is something that is between a person and thier maker. If one asks for my opinion I will give it.

As this relates to Mr. Lambert. I watched American Idol this whole season. It was by far the best AI season ever. The last 4 were all extremely talented.... Adam Lambert??? That young man is talented, no matter how you slice it. I'm not a rock fan either. If you are truly listening with an objective ear, you will note that he could sing any genre, not just rock. The guy is an artist. I don't think his sexual orientation is relavant to his talent. He was in a contest to be a musician....I don't think he aspired to be the "great American Role Model for our kids"!!!!

I hope he does well, and I hope the "Christians" back off, and start acting like Christians....I believe Jesus told the prostitute and to her "go and sin no more"....I don't believe He chastised her and told her what a horrible despicable human being she was.....His words were soft and kind.... perhaps His example should be followed when it comes to passing judgement. Yes, the world is full of problems and issues but Adam Lambert did not create them.

Focus on being your own role model for your kids....let the musicians be musicians. You can make a choice if you want to avoid the realities of the world and shelter your children from them....but I can assure you, once your children leave your "nest", if you failed to properly expose them and equip them with how to productively handle differences, they will fail.... When we grow up and get in the "Big World" we have to work with people every day who are different, they look different, act different, believe different etc. This is life!

It's entertaining that for all the ire directed back VL's way calling him close-minded, it seems everyone one of them failed to thoroughly read or at least comprehend his post.

The point was – do you want your kids to look up to ("idolize") someone that uses dangerous drugs?

Everyone here realizes it's 2009. But apparently very few understand that values erode almost imperceptibly, until disparate preferences are seen as not only values themselves, but even popular.

The same individuals warning VL that God isn't exlusive are just as guilty of excluding others that don't share their viewpoint – dozens have proven this by their comments above.

To: Sandy (6/9@ 10:48am) , VL (6/9@ 10:50am), Canadiansuzie (6/9@11:02am, Theresa (6/9@11:38am) (and any others who are obviously self righteous bigots who use religion as an excuse to hate):

A) If you dislike Adam for being gay then why are you taking a chance of losing your place in heaven for reading about him, won't you be struck dead or banished to hell?

B) You are all sad, it is people like you and your teaching of hate and intolerance that make kids fear who they are, and in some sad cases, even take their own lives rather than tell their parents they are gay.

C) I would rather be gay and happy vs. spending my life worrying about what other people do in their personal lives and trying to force feed your beliefs and use god (who lives all people equally) as your scapegoat!

i agree with VL, you can bash me all you want to but this is America so we can say whatever we want to say and have the opinions we want. that being said, I also respect all of your opinions, I just believe what I believe. Yes I am a christian, but that is not the basis for why I believe what I believe. I am a teenager and I sure hope that my kids don't grow up and decide that they don't want to be just like Adam. Yes, children should be able to choose for themselves but as a teenager I believe that all parents should influence their children. What is the point of parenting if you don't instill some of your own values in your children. And no, if my child turns out gay one day I will not throw them out of my house lol. I'm just saying that we can all agree that the world is changing and we can all agree that America in particular is changing, but that doesn't mean that we should be lax in teaching our children what we believe. VL, thank you for caring about your children. As a teenage I can say that I would be proud to have a parent like you who cares enough to try.

VL, Joey, and Angela-

As a Christian person, I find your comments horrifying and way off base. Judging someone because of their sexual orientation is too many levels of wrong to count. And saying you dont want your kids "experimenting with their sexual orientation"? Really? Becauase you have so much choice over it? Way to think there, controlling how you think your kids feel. Well, then again, for the time being you forced them to listen to you. We will see how long that goes.

We can uphold values all we like, but in the end you cannot blame musicians and anything else for your own faults. If your kids do drugs, that's on them. Dont blame it on the music if you're a bad parent. And get over your phobias of society, you are the reason this country has a bad name. Go away

big deal , why make a big deal out of it?

I'm not sure who didn't know he was gay. There's no such thing as guy liner, only womens eye liner that gay men put on. Dude was opening flaming, leaving burnt footprints behind him, i'm surprised that anyone would be confused as to the sexual orientation of a feminine looking boy wearing women's make up.

Some comments on here are just funny. People stating "him being gay" makes " no" difference. Yeah right. If so,, then how come all his audiences are field with dudes screaming "adam!" In the Adam's audience they are all screaming 12 year olds dreaming of a "date" with Adam. American Idol is a joke if not then how come every winner does not become mega stars? Chris daughtery got voted off and was not in the top 4 and he has made more money. People American Idol is a social interaction for kids and fancy texters

On the comment that VL made. Just because society now is accepting people being more open gay does not mean that people like VL needs to be quiet and listen to the more " main" stream idiots in this world. He has every right to voice his opinion. Calling him names shows how stupid you are and your ignorance on the subject of gay.

Happy he came out, sad that he's no longer an option for me

My goodness. As others have noted – gee, a gay entertainer. What disturbs me is the comment made by VL about Adam's parents. You remember them, the lovely couple in the audience every week supporting their son. Congratulations to them, as well, they raised a young man who knows who he is and only supportive loving parents could have accomplished that. VL may not like the fact that Adam (and many other entertainers) is gay. Don't buy his music – your choice. I, for one, a 64 year old grandmother (well, 60 is the new 40) will be first in line!! I think Adam is adorable!!

If you care that someone is gay, you have no business watching TV &movies or listening to music!

Adam's performances always bugged me, but he always struck me as unique person.

He dabbled in drugs, big deal. So did I. Do I want my kids to? No, of course not, but that's another topic...

Mrs Spencer who are you to go judging people. Everyone makes mistakes in life. Look at Michael Phelps he made a mistake and most of America has forgave him. I think Michael's mom raise him with morals and to be God fearing but he made a mistake and should not be punished for the rest of his life. So, I think Adam should be forgiven for his mistake.
Adam is very talented and should not be judge by the poor choices he made. As parents we try to do the best raising our kids but all it takes is one stupid mistake for them to make.
I have two kids and have no regrets for the way I have raised them.

Adam is a talented young man. The best American Idol has ever seen. I look forward to his CD and I will purchase it. He will be a SUPER STAR so get ready for an OPENLY GAY ROCK STAR. Yeah for Adam honesty and amazing talent. In 20 years, it won't matter...non-issue about who is gay or straight.

Why is this "news" ?

who's VL and why does anyone care about it/them/her/he? I thought this was an article about the blackhaired guy. Oh,also, I think that the boys in U2 (mac June 9th, 2009 12:10 pm ET) may smoke some refer.

VL: My advice to you would be to never, ever go looking behind the scenes at any actor, singer, athlete, or any other public figure whom you DO hold up as a good example for your children. Regardless of the image they present to the public, you aren't going to like what you find.

And for Jake-I am sad that the God you were taught about loves condemnation and righteousness-you need to read the Shack, very good book about God that people who are taught to believe the latter benefit from, greatly.

VL – I need some advice here. When my children and I are invited to a birthday party for children being raised by my openly gay friends, (close friends) – should we attend ? Is it a bad influence for my children ? Might they decide that being gay is cool and give it a try ?? How do I explain "2 daddies ? "

thanks in advance – please respond. I have one of these parties to go to this weekend !!!

whether what VL said was right or not all of you love ganging up on whoever this is. People talk about tolerance and free speech and what was said was assumed offensive nothing more. people can have their on feeling about what they want their kids to see and its not up to you to bash them for it. Your hollywood idols make much bolder and stronger statements all the time and whether you are on their side or not no one ever goes against them. People are such bad asses in forums

Oh, sweet VL.

Adam did drugs. What a horrible roll model. So did George W. Bush and Rush Limbaugh. But something tells me you like those fine, upstanding citizens.

Why is it always the Christians who understand the pervading message of the New Testament the least?

Oh, and rather than "overlooking" the gay thing, maybe you could learn it's not really a sin at all. There's a wonderful book called "What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality." I doubt it's available at Wal-Mart, but Amazon has it. It translates the words from Greek and Hebrew... I know, it's, like, hard 'n stuff, but maybe you could give it a try.

I got a kick out of Lambert's outfits and presentation. Looked forward to what get-up he was going to wear next.

I personally CANNOT STAND American Idol but watch it to make my hubby happy...go figure.

Adam Lambert is the best AI contestant, ever, in my opinion. Who cares if he is gay??? People are just silly! I want to know who is perfect, out there? No person is perfect....no person should judge someone else, unless, they want to be judged, in return. This goes to all the VL's, out there. Adam was the best performer, best vocalist and extremely creative...I voted for him to win. He was deserving to win....if we are basing it on a singing competition, and, not his gayness. Just absurd. I think people are Christians and/or want to be good people in society. But, some people are just CLEARLY over the top, extremists, hypocrites. Again, who cares if he is gay...like, who cares if someone writes with their left hand, and, not their RIGHT one. Back in the day, that use to be a flaw. Do you see how silly that sounds? I am tired of silly people. Adam is awesome.

This is a non-issue, except for the "either-or" crowd. How about we celebrate the fact that he's a talented individual, an exceptional singer and an attractive man. People have to stop focusing on what a person does both privately with another person or with his or her own body because it doesn't actually effect you. I'd like to see those bothered by his sexual orientation come out of the closet and say " I used to masturbate to the brassiere ads in the Sears catalog" because it's their own shame or self-denial that makes them hate others they think are perverse.

He's a great talent so who cares about his private preferences!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Perhaps it will make VL happy to discover that Adam did not win. Does he know that??? I think Adam was probably the best vocalist the show has ever had. If you are judging on that alone, then he was the best. If you are looking for a person for people to idolize then the other things come into play. I am not a fan of homosexuality, we are talking about something that animals don't even do, but I suppose people can do whatever they want. For some reason, if you disagree with homosexuality, you are considered a hate monger. I don't hate them, but they sure hate me. I can almost feel the hate the second this post hits the page.

I am sick and tired of Amerrican parents! Be your kids role model, train them and nuture them and stop blaming celebrities and artist for your failures. Celebrities don't have to be your child's role model. He said he is gay and so what? I don't believe in homosexuality but I just don't think because he said he is gay and he uses drugs means your children will follow suit... if they do then he is not the cause, it is your failure and irresponsibility as a parent.

WORD!

Not saying that Lambert does these things, but let me get this right, so you are all saying that if I have sex with pigs, have drunk sex with prostitutes, I worship satan, and eat live gerbils, that it's ok, as long as I am a good singer, because it's the life style I choose right? Oh yeah, I guess eating hamsters would be immoral....
So I gues the next question is, if gay marriage is becoming legal, what about multiple partner marriage? If they all love each other why not? What if I want to marry the pig I am having sex with? If I love him then that's ok right?

I, for one am glad that Adam is being honest about himself. More people need to do that.

Good luck to you Adam. I look forward to your first CD!

As an older gay person, I applaud the young people who have the balls to tell the world who they are. It's a new world and people like VL and Sandy need to wake up and either deal with it, or move to some island of "morality" some where in the middle of the ocean!

Congratulations Adam! Even though he didn't win AI, I'm sure he will go far and he definately is a roll model for all the gay kids that are living with straight parents like VL.

You guys and gals will be ok! Don't listen to them and just be who you are!

Could someone define "flaunting" for me?

During the competition, Adam was wearing guyliner, hair products, black fingernail polish, and leather, and that was considered "edgy", "exotic" or at least "eccentric". Now that he's come out as Gay, this same behaviour is "flaunting homosexuality"??

Did I miss a page?

I agree with VL. Ted Haggard, the gay, drug using head of the National Association of Evangelicals and former pastor of the New Life Church in Colorado Springs who preaches morality and abstinence is a MUCH better role model for his kids!!!

Not Adam Lambert, the gay, drug using, singer who well.....sings...

Hey VL. So that means your kids won't be watching any sports performers either. Keep in mind all the steroid use, pit bull fighting, etc, etc. And oh yeah, throw in war criminals like Cheney and Bush and heroes for your children to look up to. Get a life and join the real world, or better yet go back to Utah.

Obviously Sandy you liked his voice before he "came out".....his voice is still same.....so get over it!!!

VL –

What kind of rock are you living under? It's the 21st century and guess what people do drugs. Your elected officials do and have done em. Along with countless other you love and care for. Don't be a hypocrit.

Or stop blaming everyone else for your issues. News flash – you have the power to control what you and your kids watch on TV. I would say that there is nothing good on television these days. But you have issue that it's called "American Idol"? What would you say if "America's Biggest Loser" was a gay drug user? LOL!

Remember he was second. That means a lot of viewers be it adults and children liked him.

You could use this as a bigger lesson on tolerance for your kids.

Nevertheless how about you get your kids to reading the bible instead of watching TV?

So what!!!! Stop making a big deal out of things like this.....this is sensationally cheap reporting.

I think everyone on this site should stop bashing VL she is entitled to her opinion that is what this is for not to bash each other.

I think her main point is whether we did it or not when we were young -is that she didn't want her children watching someone who flaunts that he did drugs – I understand her point there are just things we don't or shouldn't discuss with our kids – money what we did when we were young!

Who cares if he is gay or did / does drugs...why is he flaunting it? so!

Adam Lambert has always been Adam Lambert, a talent with a gift from God who just happens to be gay. The only reason he did not win was because the country is still brimming with delusional individuals who somehow believe that sexuality is a barometer for moral certitude. If you really want to get specific about "morals", we could say that the show "American Idol" is a sin against God, raising up American entertainment to the level of worship that surpasses spiritual honor...and there are a great many religious extremists out there texting in their votes to these false idols very willfully, and teaching their children to do so....all in the name of "good, clean fun". Hypocrites, all of them. If we could look in the closets of our most prominent role models (such as the leaders of the GOP), I bet we'd find a litany of "sins" far worse than eyeliner, hallucinogens & same-sex attraction. Ego is the true enemy in this battle against the soul, and as far as I can see, Adam has been pretty straightforward and humble about his talent & lifestyle. Perhaps the folks who stand in criticism should look in the mirror and start analyzing their own faults...but I suppose that would require looking beyond the surface, and looking within themselves...and that is probably uglier than any truth that could ever be exposed on tabloid television.

I just wish we could return to the days of clean, wholesome musicians everyone could look up to. You know, like Elvis or the Beatles.

Er. Um. Well, at least they weren't GAY! Gasp!

I don't know why everyone has to know that he is gay. Who cares? Does that make him a better man or less of a man? He is still a great singer and performer, no one would care whether he had six toes or a mole on his arm. Why are people so curious to the point of being nosy. What he does behind closed doors is really no one else's business.

Big surprise...isn't this the new "everybody's doing it"?

The bottom line is morals. If you dont have any then you would vote for gay boy but if you do have morals then you did America and God a grave justice by NOT voting for this weirdo!!!

He is a fantastic entertainer and singer. Sexual orientation is irrelevant to his right to success. He inspires many and entertains millions. Great job Adam Lambert!

I just found out for sure that he is gay. It makes no difference to me. He is still a very good singer, and puts on a great act. I don't like the screeching, but maybe he will get rid of that. It is a pleasure to watch him. By the way I am straight.

VL, who would you let your children listen to?

Serioulsy, ppl, a lot of you are misinformed. For one thing, God-"fearing" doesn't mean God's scary or does scary things. It means respecting God among ppl that are Christians. For another thing, there are a lot of ppl out there that claim to be Christians or non-Christians. Both groups do bad things. So, don't blame Christians as a whole for the crimes and deeds that they've done that are against God's teachings. Because real Christians are supposed to be loving, forgiving, and kind to EVERYONE.
Obviously, I AM a Christian. I didn't root for Adam from the beginning. Of course, I didn't want Kris to win either. I'm not judging Adam on his lifestyle. That's God's ultimate decision. The Bible DOES say that homosexuality is wrong, but that's a decision I'm following in my own life. And I will not judge Adam on his sexual preference. But to attack VL b/c of stating they were God-fearing is just as wrong as them attacking Adam's sexuality.
I love all of you b/c my God is a loving God and hope that one day your beliefs in Him will alter. Bless you all!

Who cares about anything to do with "American Idiot"? The show - and anything on FOX - is for losers...

Oh please ...look at him, how could anyone not know. Looking for more publicity.

Whether you're gay or straight does not matter because real talent always rises to the top. I hope he becomes the new frontman for QUEEN.

WOW....so much bashing of one another and each others opinions....I guess this page to air your opionions beats the firing squad in some foreign country, but...I really don't think it deserves so much attention. Adam is who he is, which in the end will be handled by GOD without any of our help. We all "feel" like we know what GOD does and does not think about homosexuality...truth is...read Leviticus and you will find out what HE thinks. I am the parent of a gay adult child..I love her, I do not love her Gay"ness" and she knows that...however, GOD tells me to love and to judge not, that HE will take care of the judgement...and I believe HIM when HE says HE will take care of it. THrowing harmful, hate filled comments in VL's direction does not make anyone better than her, more tolerant than her...more anything than her...what it does do, is make you all just like her.....READY and WILLING to jump on someone without knowing them, knowing their life and knowing where they came from and why they say what they say....Jesus said "Let him who is WITHOUT sin, cast the FIRST stone.".....I really do not think any of you should be throwing stones.....not VL, not any of you. I wish Adam the best in his carreer, IF he really is a drug user, then I will, and we all should pray for him that he can find a way to live life drug-free – NOT throw him to the dogs and forget him. Can you imagine where ALL OF US would be if GOD had taken that attitude with us, and NOT sent HIS SON to the cross to save us ALL, I for one, am grateful to GOD for HIS COMPASSION. I will also pray for him that he will live and do as he and GOD see fit for him to and I will allow GOD to handle the rest of it. Past that....it is none of my business....I will allow my grandchildren to form their own likes and or dislikes of him....based on his talent....not based on whether I or they believe that GOD will punish him for being either Gay or a drug-user. In my home, we teach that GOD loves everyone...EVEN when HE dislikes the things they do and say. We must also remember this....Sin has no "degree" to GOD....so IF we are to say that Adam sins or my daughter sins by being Gay.....then I too sin by smoking cigarettes and over-eating (defiling the temple of GOD).....SIN is SIN is SIN....let GOD take care of it......guess what, HE will do just fine without any help from us......

He's Gay?! Still not a fan. I voted for Kris Allen.

Awesome! All the posters just made my day!!

It's not a choice, and it's not about who one 'sleeps' with.

Alcohol is a drug, so is ibuprofen.

Where is the moral line on drug use? Only the cool ones are immoral?

The Bible is fiction.

I'm loving these comments. Amazing to me how the handful of people agreeing with VL are calling homosexuality a sin and throwing around God's Word as if it were an easy-to-read children's book.

It's called a translation, people. Read it in Greek. Read it in Hebrew. Then take a deep breath and apologize to all the gay people you've called sinners because, well, you're wrong.

It's a shame they only teach languages to the educated folk anymore... :/

Who cares? Gay, straight? Does it really matter???

I figured out what VL stands for..."Very Lonely."

VL = successful troll is successful

Adam didn't win AI because more people liked Kris' style and voice. Adam may have an Elton John/Freddy Mercury persona, but he certainly doesn't have a voice equal to either of them.

Also..... why do people feel bad that "VL" is getting so much smack. I think "VL" should expect it after putting such small minded comments on a public post. Topic at Hand: Adam Lambert comes out of closet. Where was the question asked on how good of a job his mom did raising him???

I wouldn't consider wearing eyeliner, leather and glitter a "gay thing." It's a "weird thing," regardless of sexuality.

OMG!!! Who cares who he likes, he was put on the show because of his amazingly different and exceptional talent. And I for one, just want to watch him on stage, not the bedroom, whether he's straight, gay or anything else for that matter. I'm sure he'll do just fine out there, and his fans are gonna love him for what he brings to the music table. Bring it on Adam, cause since idol's been over, I'm missing you! xo

Mrs. Spencer you are so right. VL has a right to voice her opinion. Why is it when opinions don't match we attack that person. I personally don't care what a person is or does. Why do we have to know every little bit of somone's life.

Who cares on 17 levels. This is not news. I don't care about this idiot or anyone else on this stupid show. Why don't you do something that even approaches reporting of real news instead of this gossip mill garbage?

Being gay shouldnt be a crime. im straight but i have friends that are gay and i think its cool they do what they want just like everyone else out there in the world. what makes them so different? i mean come on people in some crazy mixed up way were all related!! theres no one person who isnt related to us because then they'd have to be from another planet. but anyways like i was saying if he wants to be a singer then let him he shouldnt of even had to come out of the closet its no ones business its not hurting any of us is it? of course not that'd just be others being ignorant and hating someone for what they believe in and chose to be like being gay. so all in all just get along he's a marvalous singer and he has the right to be gay.

I rarely watched American Idol in the past (bad karaoke contest), but this season I had to tune in to find out what everyone was talking about. This guy is amazing. Totally entertaining, killer voice, good looks. He was so head and shoulders above everyone else on the show (and any other reality TV competition as well), it was crazy. That's why people were upset he didn't win, and why they're still talking about him.

Before people attempt to judge Adam on pictures or a snippet from a Rolling Stone article: I suggest you check out his performances on the American Idol website, download his iTunes studio versions and read the entire refreshing, candid Rolling Stone article. The guy is smart, articulate, warm, funny and everyone who meets him in person just starts to gush. That's a star, in my opinion.

The only people who care or are disappointed about Adam's sexuality are those women who thought they may have had a chance with him, but don't, and homophobes. Throughout history there have been many gay actors, entertainers, and leaders of countries. Many didn't come out for fear of losing everything they had worked to accomplish. Thank goodness we live in a country that, for the most part, you don't have to pretend you are someone else just to impress the masses.
I am a huge Adam Lambert fan and knew he would be a huge star. He has real talent and is a true artist, and he deserves all the accolades he has received. I wish him a very long, happy, creative career.

Hey, He should hook-up with Rachel Maddow.

VL – I hope you find Adams CD under your kids bed one day next to their stash of pot. Keep teaching your kids to fear God and watch them grow old filled with regret because they couldn't do something they always wanted without the fear of being judged when they die.

It was obvious, the he was gay. What is so nice too is that most american choose normal person over abnormal (besides musical talents). They want idol to be normal. My point here is that everyone choses whom to be with. And I think we should not go ballistic against them. That is what tolerance is. Pe

From this forum I see a lot of haltered toward you VL. This is normal because anyone who wants to be "normal to prevail" would be hated.

I'm with you VL

As for others. You are hypocrats. Loook at yourself. You poured more dirt on poor VL then she on that guy. Want to be example to her. Behave yourself.

I'm stating my opinion. Please state your opinion on that guy and not on VL. She have right to freedom of seech. You on other hand putting in down. You are unconstitutional.

What is the USA coming too? When anything goes in a society and that society doesn't care if drug use is legal or illegal and the basic economic principle of family is destroyed that is a Nation in decline. I know you all wanted to do what ever you want and think what ever you want, but a society headed towards this mind set will eventually lead to anarchy. Some people think that a America like this would be great, but it is obvious to me that we have not learned from the past and or not only doomed to repeat it, but are sliding very quickly into a nation that stands for nothing and doesn't believe in anything. Adam is a human being with the ability to choose his own path, but I would never choose it and would never want my children to choose it. I'm an old fashion young guy.

Adam is the greatest! I watched Idol this time mainly to see him. He was clearly the best and it's sad he didn't win. I hope he becomes a really big star. Kris is a nice guy, but there was no comparison in level of skill.

Adam is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!! Who cares if he is gay, it is a non issue. For you morans who think this is something to hold against him you never were really fans of his enormous talent. Best wishes for a long and amazing career ADAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

VL, there is no such thing as a "God", so you're teaching your children lies. Shame on you.

VL – if you follow your guidelines for Adam your kids will not be able to listen to any music, watch any movies, or view any television.

The entertainment industry is a drug and sex culture. It's part of the package.

And there is no end or limit to who in the entertainment industry is doing things you disapprove.

There are things I could tell you about Doris Day that would make your jaw drop.

Gee, VL, "now when he states that he’s a drug user, I will FORBID my children to listen to or read anything that has to do with this person"? Kant took Opium, Freud took Cocaine, and Socrates' "daimonion" is kinda iffy, too... I guess the good news is that you can dissolve your kids' college funds and buy yourself a nice hand-embroidered "I'm a Righteous Person" doormat from the money you've saved.

Canadiansuzie,

The fact that you call yourself canadian is a shame to the rest of us canadians. I don't believe that you are God, so why are you trying to do His job or judging people. Shame on you! For someone who appears to be claiming that they are Christian, why don't you act more like it. Evaluate Adam on the quality of his performances. If you don't like his performances, big deal. However, your bigotry has no place in this matter. I bet you'd like your kids to listen to classical music instead. Oh wait, a lot of them were gay too.

I guess he was scared to be open about his sexuality in fear the homophobic country wouldnt vote for him and he'd lose the AI title...

Thats sad, but seriously... everyone KNEW already. Why lie – he kind of gave the impression that its better to lie about yourself when it serves your best interest. IDK... any gay person in the workplace understands his difficult position, but dang man...

I am a 58 year old heterosexual, very happily married for almost 30 years, with 4 children and 4 grand-children. My wife and I both cheered for Adam throughout the competition and will continue to wish him the best in his career and life, regardless of any personal preferences he might make. I can't wait for his first, of many, albums. Shame on anyone who is still so narrow minded as to criticise and judge him for being honest as we near the end of the first decade of the 21st Century. Kinda reminds me of Salem Mass a couple of hundred years back or some 3rd world nations today that still stone people, not the great country we live in. GO ADAM!

VL – sorry you took such a beating. I didn't realize this was such a hate board. Ouch. Walked right into that gay parade, didn't you? And, this is why I'm moving to Denmark. It's full of some of the smartest, richest, and gayest people in the world. And, also the happiest? No kidding.

Just turn the TV off – it just makes people stupid. I've never met a mother or father who said, "the worst thing I ever did for my family was turn the television off".

By the way, if you're looking for a church, let me know. We're full of hypocrites, but that's how we ride.

Nice way to have an open mind Sandy...way to go.

Dawn,
I am a Christian. I believe the Lord Jesus Christ. I also believe Christ would prefer I leave the judging up to Christ. After all, through God's grace Adam and people like him were born. Perhaps they are living their lives the way God intended them to, by listening to their hearts and being true to who they are. So before we start talking about how homosexuality is a sin, pause and remember your name isn't Jesus, Dawn.

VL –
There's no shame in you or Dawn speaking your mind. Only, I would think it wouldn't matter what your children gather from TV entertainment like American Idol so long as they see YOU as their real idols. It's not what children watch – it's the context they receive from their parents. Get to work on being the American Idols for your kids and let creative endeavors on television be.

M Reddin, I'm not religious, but you have officially become one of my heroes . Thanks for representing the moderate side of people everywhere on this issue.

Dear VL, Your post really upset me. There are very few young people in the US or any other country that haven't dabbled in drugs. Even adults use the legal stuff, ya know alcohol, nicotine. Adam does not seem like a drug addled person. He seems a healthy young adult with plenty of ambition, energy and in all honesty, one of the most kind and spiritual stars I have witnessed on TV in a long time. Even Kris Allen, a confirmed Christian, loves him as a friend and brother. I am sure Jesus would, why can't you? My only worry for you is that if one of your children were to realise they were gay, just as happened to Adam's mum – sincerely how would you handle this? No amount of church theology, protecting children from the media and harsh words from mommie is ever going to stop a person's natural sexuality. Could you have seriously made yourself fancy women when you naturally found men attractive? This is the problem for gay people and deserves our understanding as a compassionate nation. I choose not to fear God as I know he loves me and all of us whatever we are or do. And for me a God that I have to fear is by definition not my saviour, my helper or my friend. I really hope you can change your outlook and mindset, for your own peace of mind, and for your children's future welfare. Please give this some serious thought. Peace.

WHAT!!!?!?!??!?!?!?!?!?! Adam Lambert is GAY??????!?!?!?!?!?

LOL! Since I don't believe in God, nor do I believe in "morals" dictated by any entrenched interest, I won't feel bad in chastising VL and her narrow minded supporters. Logic, reason, and humanism make it necessary for us to share critical knowledge, which some of you may see as reverse judgement, a sentiment that I will preemptively reject. Judgement is NOT WRONG if you are protecting the greater interests- namely, life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness of mankind. VL Inc. have marched headfirst into this sh**storm, and so I believe this to be the natural equal and opposite reaction, well deserved, and also very much needed.

Even if being gay was s choice (which I don't– is your heterosexuality a choice?), it has no bearing on you or your children, so who do you care so much? Leave people alone. And teach your children to value the freedom to choose, SO THAT THEY MAY NOT CREATE UNNECESSARY CONSEQUENCES for those only trying to live open and honest lives.

Religion is a poison on this society, and I say so because it breeds hate and ignorance under the guise of righteousness. VL Inc., you are prime examples. You believe in a mythical being that will return to end the earth, and so you care not about what happens in this life, and have no invested interest in being a positive part of it, as evident by your narrow understanding of the world in which we live. Living for the rapture does wonders for our future planning.... While some may argue that religion teaches, love, I will counter with the notion that humanism does also, and that it does so under honest and just pretenses.

Lastly, drug use is none of our business unless it affects our lives directly. Adam Lambert on American Idol is not the last time your kids will see someone who has used banned substances take the spot light. Teach your kids that some people make this decision, but that you have a logical and rational argument for why it isn't a good idea for them. Its hard to deny a rational argument, and it serves as a much better explanation that "Its morally wrong," or "Because God says so". Good luck with those kids, and with the way you choose to walk through this life. And I sincerely mean that.

so agree with M Redden...I'm the mother of an adult child who came out to me at the age of 15. I was raised in a Christian home and raised my girls in a Christian home, so to hear her decision was devastating for me. It's not that it changed my love for her, that could NEVER change, it was heart breaking to know the "fight" she was up against by society and to know that MY GOD says that homosexuality is an adbomination before CHRIST. She knows that I love her but not some of her decisions. We talk openly, she's had girlfriends over for dinner, we've become quite close thru our differences, yadda, yadda....but I also agree with VL. I also have three 10 year olds at home, and there are certain celebrities that I do not allow them to listen to or get hung up on. It's MY decision on how to raise them or decide what they listen to, eat, what time to go to bed, I do the best I can to start them off on a life of their own and to help them make the best life decisions when they're on their own. What we decide for our children is our business and the LORD himself will judge us all in the end. For those of you who say "raising your children to fear God is a joke".......that chills me to the bone. Those of you who cry for "equal rights" should treat us "straight, God fearing Christians" with the same respect that you want treated with. Give me a break.

He's Gay????????? NO! I am shocked! Shocked I say!

ok ok...sarcasm off now...

Big deal....

VL – I agree with you 100%

It has been pretty much proven that being gay is not a choice...it's in the make-up (no pun intended) of the person....genetic so to speak. If being Gay is perverted, what is being left handed?? That used to be considered pure evil, and left handed people were of the Devil!!! I am proud of AL for just being himself.....confident, strong, polite, and as far as morals go....they are much more to do with how you treat others, ie respect etc. Being Gay is no more a Sin that being Left handed, that is the way God made them. The judgemental attitudes of religions in general bother me.

Anyways AL did a great job, his voice was/is wonderful....his stage presence both unique and powerful, and his talent apparant. Let's hope he treats the world better than some would treat him.

And oh yeah, forbidding a child, especially a teen, from something is the most foolish thing a parent can do.....drives a kid straight to it!

I post here to voice my opinion and it gets left off. I just wante dto say everyone has an opinion but it's just that their opinion. Adam is a phenomenal singer, GOD bestowed the gift if thart voice on him. So it would seem to me that people should either accept Adam or say nothing, he is so talented. I voted for him every week and so did my kids who are now older. But I raised them to have compassion and be accepting of all those around us for all their differences. We were created unique by God and he loves everyone even those who preach about someone's personal preferences. Adam is a great man and I don't care if he is an alcoholic, gay, straight, or an idiot. He is what God created him to be an amazing singer. God Bless you Adam, I for one will purchase your debut CD and anything else you're involved in. You really know how to entertain, and make people smile.

My response to this? Who cares.

This isn't news. There are plenty of gay people. No reason to hold a press conference.

I can't believe how vitriolic you guys can all be. I staunchly oppose the comments of VL and others, but respect their right to express an opinion. Sadly, it's not an open-minded opinion, but theirs none-the-less. And most people are commenting without having read the article! He doesn't say he's a frequent drug user. He just admits to experimenting with drugs in his early twenties. Refreshingly candid, and hardly a rarity these days. And have you ever read Rolling Stone magazine? It's very edgy and certainly not for young kids. Adam's not doing this interview with Teen magazine. Can't people just appreciate his talent, humor and honesty without being so judgmental? That seems like what it means to be a true "Christian" to me.

Wow! The hatred here directed AT VL is way out of line. I think everyone is missing (his/her) point. I don't think his/her bashing was as much directed at Adam as it was at the show. I agree that someone like Adam should not be considered an "American Idol". But i'm not losing sleep over it. I think everyone should scroll back to the top and read VL's original comment. It wasn't even close to as vicious as the rest of the people, who basically want him/her killed. It's amazing. I recently commented on Facebook that I was against gay marriage. I'm not on a mission, just against it. I think it's wrong and that's my opinion. Enough said. But people who are for it need to settle down a bit. They tend to be very vicious. And trust me ... it's not people like VL that are hurting our country. It's the others.

VL ... I respect you for sticking up for what you believe, even though you are heavily outnumbered. Hang in there.

VL....Blah, Blah, Blah.

BTW, Footloose just called. They want their script back.

For all of you that think he is the greatest thing since sliced bread. HE STILL DIDN"T WIN THE COMPETITION. So your are in the minority on how talented you think he is. Why is no one talking about that little issue. Is it because it's true. Wait lets beat up on VL a little more so more people hear cause. Maye the more publicity the gay community gets the faster we can turn the world into a gay society.

"Why lie – he kind of gave the impression that its better to lie about yourself when it serves your best interest."

If you read the Rolling Stone article, he states that he was afraid discussing it would make it "so sensationalized that it would overshadow what I was there to do, which was sing." Unfortunately, the media sensationalized it anyway. I'm happy that he just focused on the singing and didn't let everything else get in the way. And now hopefully, people can move forward and just focus on the singing.

VL- the beauty of what you said is that the show is called AMERICAN IDOL and then you say they should ban him. Isn't the POINT of American Idol that people vote for who they believe is the true American Idol? If he garnered all of those votes, then by definition he is worthy of being considered an American Idol. The people decide what the definition of an American Idol is, not some subsection of religious believers. Hate to tell you, but you ran afoul of your own argument...

I just want your new album to come out!

Jim T , Ben, Paul

THANK YOU!

LET also not forget Mr Obama also tried a lil smoke, still an amazing role model for everyone, millions of successful "role models" used drug, i used drugs as a teenager and i learned so many valuable lessons by doing wrong, i cant imagine what a teenager with a bible and no tv or sports would end up like. You need a little bit of all these influences to make judgments for the rest of your life, you need to be exposed to gay people, blacks, whites, god, no god, drugs etc. How the heck else are you supposed to make any judgements if your not? How do you teach a kid right if they never experience wrong?

I love Adam!!! He is an awesome singer – can't wait for a CD!!

VL- Since when is just saying you are a gay man "flaunting It"? The media beat this kid over the head with a bat to say it. You think he is the first gay entertainer that your kids have seen or listened to. As for M Reddin you are right none of us know how god feels about as you say "gayness" including you. God created all creatures right? So then he created "gayness" as well. Judge this kid on talent and talent alone not his lifestyle because if everyone was judged on lifestyle boy would'nt we all be in trouble. Gay or not we are all children of god and should be treated equally.

We are in the mist of a civil rights movment for glbt peoples. 5 years from now the only people who will care if he is or is not gay are a few marginlized individuals.
The fact that he admits he has done drugs is not worthy enought to write him off. Look at your medicine cabinets and are you not on drugs as well? its 2009 people.
This generation of young adults value honest answers and comments. Whether you want to hear it or not, people are telling you the good the bad and the ugly.
So adam, please lay off the shrooms (in my opinion), smoke a little pot randomly as YOU see fit, and live your life and sing to America.

VL, wouldn't it be ironic if/when your children grow up in your so called 'god fearing home' that they come out gay. I know many christians who are gay. Get a life & a clue

I think Adam is the best thing to come to American Idol. I do believe he won but the religious right had a horrible hand in preventing the win. Kris is good but not an idol. I will definitely buy Adams music. I know a lot of people waiting for his album to come out this fall. Not sure if I will watch American Idol anymore since it can be influenced in such a negative way. I feel sorry for Kris, he must know that fixing the vote is not the way to win a contest. This is just my view.

What century are you people living in? LOL Who cares if he is gay, closeted or opened about it? Who cares if it's a male or female, white or black or asian or of Iraqi descent for that matter? You don't have to watch, or vote or comment and who are you to judge anyway? People that have to make such judgements need to look in the mirror and make a few minor adjustments themselves if they are going to be such cynics. Wonder what is hiding in your closet? hmmm...food for thought for those that need to chew on something other than gossip.

I watched everyone of Adam's performances and simply enjoyed every minute of it. I knew when I first laid eyes on him and heard that voice that he was either going to become the American Idol or be in the
finale. I'm 59 years old and couldn't care less about his sexual orientation or anything else. The man's a huge talent and deserves to have a wonderful career.

Response to VL.
I am happy that you were magnanimous and allowed the "Gay Thing to pass". I am sure you do not notice your condesending tone and attitude. I am gay and do not need nor require your consent, And you saying that being gay is amoral is also wrong. I go to church every week, give to charity, help who and when I can, never intencionaly hurt anyone, pay my taxes, Pay my mortgage and assorted bills everymonth and on time. Been with the same partner for 15 years, Keep a clean house and yard, So what gives you the right to call me amoral. I read the Bible and in it I also find rebutals to all the chrstian missguided homophobia. So please do not allow me anything, I work and pay for what I need and your approval is not it.

I love Adam, always have from day 1. I remembered watching the auditions and when I heard him, I knew he would go far in the competition.

Lambert being gay, who would have thought? American Idol is a show about talent, not all the other stuff people love to judge others on. Just enjoy the musics or not, don't judge others based on some phobia.

VL – so you can't stomach a gay man, who admits to smoking pot and taking mushrooms (I thought god gave all of nature to us?)...yet, you don't think anything is wrong with Paula Abdul, who is obviously either drunk or stoned on prescription pills (neither of which are natural – in god's eyes)????

Oh, thats right – Paula keeps denying that she's on something so "its ok"...I guess Adam should just have lied and then you'd find no problem with Adam?

(I have a coworker who's very religious, and she has a similar view on lying...when the boss daughter, our coworker, was pregnant at 6 months and still not telling her father and we all knew but him, she was sick to her stomach about it – but when the coworker, bosses daughter, lied to her and said "I swear, im not pregnant"...suddenly everything was fine. Turns out, a few months later a baby popped out! This philosophy of "la-la-la" fingers in the ears, is just plain juvenile and ignorant)

VL – you are ridiculous!!! Yes, everyone is entitled to their own opinion but you make me laugh!! Yes, the show is "American Idol" . . . . just because Adam has admitted to using drugs and is gay doesn't make him any less of an American. . . . as a matter of fact George Washington grew marijuana in his garden. AND just because he is gay and has admitted to using drugs does not make him any less of an idol. He was there to sing. . . . . and only to sing. Kids, adults or anyone should idolize him for his singing abilities. Just like anyone else – his personal life is just that – PERSONAL and what he does with his personal life is his choice and his business. I don't think you will see him standing out on a street corner selling drugs or soliciting boys and men.

Why is it that those who loudly profess themselves to be Christians and cloak themselves in rightiousness are so willing to "cast the first stone"? Christ is watching!

I, like VL, pine for the days when our role models were people like Rock Hudson, Judy Garland, Jim Nabors, Raymond Burr... you know, all-American, clean-cut, heterosexual... Oh now, wait. Turns out I'm wrong. Raymond Burr was Canadian. Scratch that.

Jeff,

Just wondering when you say... " I certainly hope a loving caring open community where gays can marry and everyone can live their lives as they choose without people like you telling us what is morally right." ... aren't you in essence telling VL (and the people who may disagree with your definition of what is "morally right") that they are in essence "wrong" (according to your definition of what is or isn't "morally right" and therby insisting that your definition of what is "morally right" is the correct definition. I can't figure how you can tell VL they are a "poor excuse for a parent when" they are simply exercising the same freedom to state their own opinion that you are exercising by disagreeing with VL's opinion. Can't you show VL the same tolerance that you want VL to show you and all others who disagree with VL's opinion ? Just wondering...

VL, you are right. It is amazing that people are willing to ignore the basis of what this country was founded upon, Christian principles. In God we Trust. If we truly trust God, we must look to his word for our guidance in this life. We are definitely not put here to judge but we are called to differentiate right from wrong. Thank God that we are not the one's making the decision on who goes to heaven and who doesn't. It has gotten to the point that Christians are being judged by "The World" for not going along with anything that comes up. I don't hate Adam Lambert but I certainly do not agree with his lifestyle.

VL-It's a TV Show! You have to raise your children and teach them values and about the dangers drugs! Are you relying on the television to teach your children? Let people live the way they want to! I think Adam was extremely talented, in fact, brilliant. As a musician, the way he arranged his music was amazing. Let him live the life he wants to and stop judging people. All of you crazy judgmental people sit and judge people for 5lbs their neighbor gained, the cars people drive, the homes they live in, how much they make, who their dating!! WHO CARES!!! Let people be happy!! VL, I am 100% sure Adam is more happy in his life than you will ever live in your evil bigot life. Grow up and stop judging and live your stupid life! GO ADAM

Oh my God... huge shocker! A gay singer!

Give me a break folks... go hang out in music or acting circles for just a few hours and you'll find that the men that aren't gay are either bisexual or won't say. Sure, there are straight guys that do make it... just like in cosmetology.

The funny thing is that you are taking the title of an overrated television program so literally. I'm sure the show's producers don't intend for American Idol to be your hour-long babysitter, and I'm certain they don't expect the show's contestants to be role models to your kids.

Just hang tight. Reality television has had it's decade and soon this dumbed-down crap will be a thing of the past.

As for Lambert, it's cool that he's out of the closet now. It's his problem (repeat – HIS problem, not yours) and his choice (repeat – HIS choice, not yours) if he wants to be a cliche "Queer As Folk" and "Party Monster" club kid. He will be forced to face those demons at some point later in life just like everyone else. I would personally prefer to see a normal gay guy every once in a while.

Lewis Carol wrote "Alice in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking Glass" while tripping on LSD. Hunter S. Thompson was an admitted drug abuser and one of the most prolific and influential writers of our time. Who else dabbled, let's see...Tom Wolfe, Van Gogh, Dickens, Cobain, Morrison–the list goes on and on. And how many of their most famous works were a biproduct of this "proclivity."

The show is called American Idol, not American Role Model. Artists aren't role models by definition. They live on the fringe of what society considers normal and right, which is why their unusual and unfamiliar works are regarded with reverence or revulsion.

I can't stand Lambert, but I think we're forgetting this important semantic distinction. Again, Idols and role models are two very different things. Idolatry is worship, and idols are a byproduct of the cult of personality. Fortunately, for the Lambert phobes, history has proven time and time again that most idols fall from grace, be it because they're pushed by popular opinion or an overdose. The role model position isn't filled by a person, it's filled by largely transcendental ideals, which are best taught around the dinner table, engaging with your children, during the 8-9 television time slot.

Just sayin...

Boy! the gays are coming out today. Go VL!!!

Adam is an amazing performer and singer but what I really admire is his consideration for others, his humility and his ability to express gratitude.

Although I disagree with VL's world view, she has the right to express it. If we condemn her, we condemn ourselves. Let's stop perpetuating her judgment with more judgment. Instead let's celebrate the beauty of music, the diversity of the human race, and hopefully, our ability to accept each other despite our differences.

Get a grip VL – your kids will be doing the same thing when they're his age (and younger). Your kids aren't angels so don't even go there. They'll be brats just like the rest of 'em if they're not already. They'll probably experiment with things you can only imagine. So, get a life and stop it with the "my kids are holier than thou" attitude.

BRAVO to Chris in MI The reason to be on American Idol is a chance of a lifetime to show your talent not to worry who is going to judge you on your race, color, creed or sexual preference so again, I am going to ask the same question other's have been asking Why is this so surprising to so many that he is gay? Adam Lambert is a talend person. Who really cares if he is gay? Should he also be taunted because he is Jewish as well? VL – You are trying to raise your kids to be God fearing but then in the same statement you label someone as a "gay drag queen" I am guessing this is the type of thing you are teaching your kids to "label" people that are different than yourself...
you took a very low blow by insulting his mother unless you've walked in her shoes.....Raise your kids the way you want them to be and if they make mistakes, make sure before you point the finger to others, check to see where your thumb is pointing.
Adam you are a GREAT artist! Hurry up with that album and show the world what entertainment is at its best!

Are you folks serious?

VL isnt the enemy here. I love how these forums turn into something completely different. Alls this person is saying is that admitted, public admission of drug use by a person who her children have grown to know is not something he/she is comfortable exposing the children to. Whats the problem here? Everyone prides themselves on being so polically correct here that they arent seeing the forrest through the trees. Alternative lifstyles are not a danger to this society, drugs are. I dont want to hear about how much fun youve had on pscyodelic mushrooms. Just shut up and sing!

I do not think Kris sings as well as Adam but oh well, Kris prevailed. Kris to me is boring, and Adam is a pure entertainer. I could care less about the sexuality of someone and in todays' society, drug use is not uncommon, although I may not agree with it. I do not have children yet but feel that at least when they are young, maybe I should be their rold model until they can make their own decisions. I would never look upon the celebs of Hollywood to be any type of a role model. Adam is just plain cool and at least he is being truthful and we don't hear/read about him trying to hide things and then judging him for hiding. Adam, your music rocks. I'll be in line to buy it!

Adam is modeling wonderful values – generosity and graciousness for starters. He always thanks his fellow musicians, is openly appreciative of other performers. What I like best about him is that he is so obviously full of joy about what he's doing. THAT is something to model!

What i find the downturn and crumbling affect to our society are the self-righteous people. Its funny that they claim to raise their children better than others but are the first to buy games like GTA 4 or let them watch whatever is on tv, then blame the media outlet for it. How about stop with the "GOD FEARING" or "GOD WORSHIPPING" and be a role model for your children. You dont have to be a worshipper to do good in the world, and to use religion in such a context is more like "The greatest work the devil has done is to convince people he doesnt exist" That is what i believe is religion... the devils work, because very little good comes from it, but many of the worlds horrors are derived from Religion and Gods.

So answer the question. If gay marriage is ok, then is it ok for multiple partner marriage? What if two brothers are gay and want to marry each other, and their sister wants in on it too, should that be legal? Or is that when it is considered immoral? I'm not asking these questions to be funny, nor am I neccessarily against gay marriage, I'm just wondering what doors gay marriage will open. When do we draw the line? And who is to say what the line is?

Adam is FABULOUS, gay or not. He's very brave to be honest about his life when folks can be so judgmental. Cheers to you, Adam!

Another comment to M Reddin – I agree wholely with all that you said. Go dis the Ultimate judge of ALL OF US. I also do hope and will pray that Adam isn't a drug user. But if he is, I will pray for God to touch him. With such a talent, given by God, it would be such a shame if he is using drugs. But we are ALL in GOD's loving arms and HE will take care of us, even when we don't listen to good judgement within.

Big deal, so he's gay..why does everyone care what people do with their sex lives as long as it's legal and not hurting anyone? Why don't we go after the pedophiles, wife killers, and child abusers with the same vengeance we go after people who simply have a different sexual preference? He's a great guy, very nice and friendly, and certainly one of the best performers out there. I wish him the best, especially with all those nasty judgmental people out there trying to bring him down. Good luck Adam!!

Wow Sandy-I'm sure the fact that he is gay has affected his singing, creativity, or ability to entertain. He is the same person he was yesterday.

Sorry, he does have a great voice, but his lifestyle will probably prohibit him from the mainstream success that he could have had prior to coming out of the closet. I don't want to know who or what you are having sex with but if you push it on America they will usually tell you to shut up and go back in the closet. Does George Michael ring a bell???

Wow, VL...Interesting set of comments you made...I think you're completely wrong, but interesting. Comments like "I decided to “overlook” the gay thing" and "At least I know I’m raising my kids morally and God fearing. Adam’s mom didn’t" don't mesh.

I am not gay nor am I a drug user, so do not take my following comments as a person sticking up for their own lifestyle.

BUT...You and I have something in common. We're both Christian. We have clearly had different experiences with Christianity. You see, I recall a question posed to us by Jesus Christ, who asked in Matthew 7:4-5 which asks "How can you say to your brother, 'Let me remove that splinter from your eye,' while the wooden beam is in your eye?'

I doubt you even see Adam Lambert as your brother, and am sure you would be the last person to consider yourself a hypocrite. That's a problem. I suppose that's why Jesus told his apostles that tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of Heaven faster than the pharisees.

I don't condone Adam's actions, but I don't condone the disdainful judgment your espouse on him, either.

Hey G. Olson,
If you don't believe in social change then I assume you agree we should go back to the Jim Crow laws and BTW, who let all these women vote anyway. All this change is leading to the destruction of life as we knew it. All you women, back in the kitchen (and no more pill). Oh yeah, this is a Christian nation, right? All you Jews, Muslims, Hindi, and "Christians" of the WRONG denominations - Go away! All social change is wrong, especially if MY church says so! Just give me my simple view of the world so I don't have to stretch my brain or soul around anything new or different. It is so much easier to say no, it was one of my first words. It feels safe.

Being gay is a mental disease... we make drugs to alter peoples sick thoughts about other things... why not make a "not to be gay" drug?? Get some morals about yourself folks! I knew the dude was not only gay but totally weird form the start... let me tell you I dont hate anyone because I am a Christian. But I will follow God on this one and despize that life style and there is no room or morals for this sort of conduct in society! Please keep it all in the closet!

NO WAY =O
And this is a Surprise HOW!?
Goodness Gracious, this isn't even news it's just pointing out the OBIVIOUS

I do agree that he is good talent but he is GAY. Marriage wasn't meant to be between 2 men or 2 women. What's next after they legalize gay marriage? Allow marriage between 3 people to make 3 somes legal?

So what Adam is gay. I might not beleive in that life style but so what. I love alot of entertainers that are gay and ill bet you most including the stars of the show have used drugs before. Look how sweet and wonderful Paula is and didnt she have a pain killer problem? Look around the world is changing. Its not like back in the 50s when you wore a dress to your ankles and you would go to hell for listening to elvis

ATTN VL,
If your kids are not already using drugs, they will soon enough with such a close-minded mother as yourself parenting them. If you are truly raising your kids “morally” then you should know we as God-loving (not fearing) people should love and respect all of God’s creatures for who they are (gay or straight)

VL – your comments are pathetic....partly because 30 years ago I was almost as intolerant as you are! Then one day, one of my many intolerances crawled up on my lap and called me "Mommy". Be careful....don't use God's love as an excuse for your hate! I don't believe Christ would condone your hateful comments. And, by the way, good luck with those kids.....you and they are going to need it if you don't open your mind and your heart.....I'm glad I finally did!

Adam Lambert is a great musician and I look forward to buying his album, the first I'll buy in years. Much of today's music is boring – Adam's talent is anything but boring.

As for him being gay and doing drugs, ever hear of Pete Townshend, David Bowie, Freddie Mercury or Michael Stipe? I LOVE their music as do many, many others. In the tribute to Freddie Mercury, David Bowie says The Lord's Prayer and it is one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard. If a man or a woman is to be cut off from God for their sexuality, then half the world is in trouble. I don't believe that is the case, as the teachings of Christianity are about love, not hate – they've been changed over the years into fear mongering.

American Idol I could care less about, it's the talented people who "lose" on that show who can be pretty wonderful.

Remember the generation of people that were turned gay by Rock Hudson films. It is going to happen again now that Adam is out of the closet. I am so surprised my parents even knew how to procreate after watching "Pillow Talk".

Adam Lambert – gay? Really, no kidding? The band Queen asked him to be their front man. It's called 'queen' because Freddy Mercury was also gay.

So what? So What? It killed Clay Aiken's career. American may still be the land of the free if you tote the majority's thoughts....but if you are gay, then you can only be an entertaining actor, designer, cook, tv personality, musician.

I hope VL's children both end up big time gay, pierced, tattoo'd, Wiccan or Buddhist....I grew up in a small town as the football captain, active at church, and an Eagle Scout, yet now I'm pierced, tattoo'd, gay, Episcopalian with a very professional career as a scientist. Last time I checked my Bible, VL, it said, "Judge not lest ye be judged." More importantly, Christ died for my sins just as equally as he did yours. We are all forgiven - even those that judge like you.

Don't buy his album. Let all us gays with LOTS of disposable income buy it for you. Let those people who love his music and have intelligence enough to not expect our entertainers, sports stars, actors nor politicians to be role models. Our teachers, community leaders, parents, and spiritual guides (those that aren't molestors) should be our roll models.

Now thirty-something, I did things in my 20s that were similar to Lambert. The world is harsh on gay men and coming to terms with it. So I'm proud of him for taking this out of the mystery. He had to do it to quit ducking the question and to have any sort of personal life. Enjoy his music and be the first in line to support his courage by buying his album and all his others.

CatholicGirl very well put. I am also a Christian and believe that we are here to love, accept and forgive one another. Our job as humans is not to judge anyone. Judging is God's job. "Holier than thou" Christians are way lame and need to study their bible.

Love is Normal, Hate is not. So-called Christians, deal with your festering hate and the sexual assaults and rapes committed against children by your pedophilic priests, pastors and preachers. There has been more damage and violence committed through the use of alcohol, meth, cocaine and heroine and no one has ever gone beserk and violent through the use of mushrooms and marijuana.

Adam Lambert is an excellent musician and singer and has earned his place in the music business...thank Goddess he's Gay!

It bothered me from the beginning that the media and many "Idol" watchers continually pushed to get an answer about his sexuality. Whose business is that? Has anyone asked specific questions about what kind of sex Kris Allen is having? It's absolutely no one's business. Adam Lambert is a talented person who's following his dreams despite the crappy things people are saying about him. That qualifies him as a role model for my kids. (Oh, and I think he's Jewish too, so maybe that can be more fuel for all the Christianist haters.)

VL

I truly understand were you are coming from. I wish sometimes I had more control over my child, who is about to turn 21, just to give you an idea of how much control I have now lol. Unfortunately we do live in a world where a lot of things go on that I don't agree with. I wish at times I could put my child in a bubble just to protect her. I get so afraid for her sometimes; we just had to get a restraining order on her ex-boyfriend. However; we cannot protect our children from everything, they is too much access from too many other sources.
But reality is you do the best you can, YOU are one of the most important role models (idols) your child will have. I taught (am teaching) my child to be kind, loving, forgiving, open-minded, sincere, trustworthy, and honest. She however had a period where she drank at college, and smoked. I was disappointed, but I know most children will experience these things, whether we want them to or not. I am sure occasionally she will drink again; I mean I drink occasionally myself. She does however drink responsibly, designated driver, doesn’t drink in excess etc... It doesn’t change the fact that she is a good, loving person. I know I played a big role in that, not just because I think so but because I hear my daughter helping others, giving solid advice, sacrificing her time and energy for those she loves, never asking anything in return.
SO I fully understand the want, the need to shelter our children from the various evils of this world.
All we can really do though is arm them, teaching what is right, good morals etc… so that at the end of the day they will make the right choice, because ultimately that is what it will be one day their choice, not ours.
I may not always agree with the choices of my baby girl, but I love her and will always be there for her, she knows that.

Single gay mom who is raising a dang fine girl, not perfect, but truly a good girl.

VL – How do you feel about Paula's drug use? Just curious.

Oh, and how do you feel about your kids seeing Simon berate these artists, telling them in colorful ways how bad they are? Maybe you promote bullying in your home. Maybe you teach your kids to hate.

And oh my goodness, Randy's black! Do you fear them in your house, too, second only to God? Maybe you teach your kids to despise other cultures.

VL, Do I actually believe any of these things about you? No. But you can start to see how dangerous (and misguided) it can be to make assumptions about people you don't know, VL based on superficial criteria.

Kayla, no one has ever said that a singer, actor or dancer are supposed to be our kids' role models. They are entertainers - let's not assign any more responsibility to them for our kids' well-being than that. Buying a singer's CD or attending a performance does not equate to anything more than enjoyment of the performers' talents.

Ok, so we have two different types of people commenting on here, and I see both sides of the argument. While I am a very conservative Christian, I enjoyed very much Adam's performances. Was it obvious he was gay, uh yeah. Did I not vote for him bc he was gay, no. I voted on who I felt had the best vocals. Now, I do understand some ppls concern with not wanting their children to idolize someone like Adam who is gay, wears makeup, and admits to using illegal drugs, but the bottom line is, as Christians, we shouldn't be "idolizing" anyone, and should know better.

Canadiansuzie, idk if you are Christian or not, but the Bible talks about being "God Fearing", and this does not mean that we are literally afraid of God, but this means to have a holy respect and reverance for Him. Loving God comes as a part of having reverance for Him and who He is. People who fear God, believe in Him, and those who truly believe in God with all of their hearts obey Him bc they love him. Think of this as how a child obeys their parents bc they have a reverence and respect for them...it's the same idea.

Instead of calling him a drug-using drag queen, pray that God would open his eyes and show him the way to live his life for Him. He's still a human being and God created Him, Adam just needs to realize that his creator didn't create him to be homosexual. You never win people to Christ by tearing them down, but by loving them, being honest with them, and living by example!

Personally,
I think the remarks about his parents failing him kind of left VL open to attack. I lost all potential sympathy when I read that. Attacking the parent without ANY knowledge was so pathetic. It showed the spirit of the post for what it truly was. I've read quite a number of other posts here I disagree with, some mightily, but many were truly just opinions, not attacks. Even read one that actually approached "Christian" ( strange but true). But when someone launches an attack, expect return fire.

Here’s one reason Adam coming out is important: 30% of attempted suicides are made by young people who struggle with sexual orientation. Until that drops to zero, coming out will always be important. And it will only drop to zero when we realize that not only are artists like Adam gay, but so are successful doctors and teachers and bus drivers and factory workers and moms and dads.

What is immoral is that young people still choose death over living life the way God made them because of the culture of fear and hatred we’ve created, often in God's name.

I strongly believe that Adam was cheated out of the Idol spot. How can 38 million votes come from an area with only 2.8 million people. That is what should be questioned. Adam was the most talented contestant in season 8, all the judges and talented entertainers that worked on the show this season agreeded. He will always be the winner in my book. What you do in your private life is your business and Adam is ture to himself and talented. VL, you must have grown up in the 60's or 70's and with all that went on then you became the person you are. Your children will also be whoever they are no matter what they may be exposed to. Maybe the more we are exposed to, the
better off we will be.

Umm.......... Who's Adam Lambert????

Yeah. He used to do karaoke at an upscale gay bar in West Hollywood, CA. Put the rest of us to shame. In addition... he says, "even though it's not my preference..." on a youtube clip refering to kissing a female cast member in "Wicked".
Adam, out. Was he ever in???

VL....Wow.....You really scare me,

How sad that you are so wrapped up in being GOD fearing that you've turned into GAY fearing. Do you think that gays or people who are differnt from you are out to get you, abduct you and turn you gay, oh wait, I get it, you think if you look one in the eye, you'll either turn to stone or get AIDS?

our fears are what we do not understand. (What else do you fear?)

I wonder how many other things you've turned your back on due to it being DIFFERENT.

I also wonder who you consider your role model, or your children's role model...Jimmy Swaggert, Jim and Tammy Faye Baker, all those priests who molested all those children, or the higher ups who only moved the molesters to other locations and hid what they did, or maybe Bill Clinton, or The clods on Wall Street, or the mighty and powerfull Oz.
Bottom line is that you are your childs role model, if you scare the he!! out of them with your rhetoric then they will turn out as twisted as you and become little Norman Bates waiting in the shadows listening to the little voices in their heads telling them to kill all gays because mother said they were evil! Kids need explanations more than they need anyones opinion forced down their throats. If one of your own children were gay, I'd hope they'd have the comfort in knowing that they can come to you and tell you, knowing that you will still love them NO MATTER WHAT – it's called unconditional love, maybe you should learn something about it!

I don't know why you draw the line of proper behaviour with entertainers when your last president was a drunk in his youth and the previous one was a letch! I would think that would be an issue to weigh in on instead....

I am so disgusted by the blog from LV.
I beg that you get on your knees tonight and pray to your God for humbleness. Your attitude is disgusting. It is people like you that I fear my children will be exposed to, not gays or lesbians. “The gay thing” as you put it, put chills up my spine. You are full of hate. You should let your children listen to and read articles about Adam…do you know why? He has had to fight off people like you his entire life, which has made him a wiser and stronger person than most of us have had to be. You are correct about one thing; this country is in torment and will continue to be as long as the mindset is as ignorant you. God Bless America from people like you! Thank you, Adam for having the bravery to be honest about your diverse background. And thank you bloggers who spoke out against this sort of hatred that is existing in our country. When will it ever end! Hope Peace Love

Adam's sexuality is not a choice. His choice to use drugs is. As a recovering drug addict, I have to say I am very disappointed in the way Lambert seems to flaunt his drug usage as a way to unleash his creative outlet. Our children have enough to deal with growing up during these times and Adam Lambert's cavalier attitude is certainly not one I would wish my children to admire or emulate.

I can't wait for his music. Love his voice and entertrainment value.

Angie – I do not want my child to experiment with drugs, alcohol, or their sexual orientation. Nor do I ever want them to think its cool.

I think its funny that when people become parents, they suddenly forget that when they were kids, they never always listened to their parents!

Why on EARTH would you believe and expect that your kids will be different?
I find it espeically funny when parents who drank or smoked as young adults are hell-bent on keeping their kids from doing the same, it's funny...incredibly funny, since I dont have kids!

"Lifestyle"?

That word has been tossed around on this page at least a dozen times. What, pray tell, IS the "gay lifestyle" anyway?

To me, owning an RV is a "lifestyle." As gay Americans, my partner & I pay our mortgage and taxes and bills, buy groceries, work in the yard, take out the trash, go out to dinner, shop, go to neighborhood meetings, vote, take the car in for service, go to museums and concerts, debate the best ADAs on Law & Order, and frequently visit friends and family. As straight Americans, my sister & brother-in-law do all of those same things daily, weekly, monthly like we do (except that they don't watch Law & Order). Is my "lifestyle" "gay" while theirs is "straight"?

I'm going to gratuitously assert that ALL heterosexual people live the "heterosexual lifestyle" - which of course means nightly one-night-stands with any opposite-gender person who is available (i.e. all other opposite-gender heterosexuals) and living in singles bars & strip clubs day & night when not having sex in a hourly motel. That's all of what it means to be heterosexual. Every last one of them, that's what it means. The whole and sum of their lives. There is no other dimension (no, not even one) to who they are or what their lives means or how they think or what they do. Period. Shallow sex-obsessed heteroSEXuals. All of 'em. One broad brush for everybody who is heterosexual. Who needs 29 dimensions when only ONE actually counts (the sex one)?

Oh, and every last one of 'em FLAUNTS it for everybody to see. Ewwwwww. Guys gawking at girls, women dressing up in those outfits just screaming that they're heteroSEXual, frat boys bragging about their conquests, all those engagement & wedding rings....it's all TOO MUCH!!

A gay person who puts a photo of his or her partner on the desk at work, a gay person who mentions going to a movie with his or her partner over the weekend, a contestant in a singing competition who has always claimed "I am who I am" suddenly says the words "I'm gay" after the competition concludes - now, suddenly, all of them are (& were all along) FLAUNTING their sexual orientation. But by golly, you never ever EVER see any heterosexuals "flaunting" their sexual orientation. Oh yeah, no way could I *ever* spot a heterosexual, no matter how hard they try to hide it.

VL is not the moral majority. She is the moral MINORITY.

The bible thumping-xenophobic-hate filled-backward thinking crowd is a minority in this country. A very vocal minority, but a minority none the less.

Let us all not forget this fact and unwittingly give more weight to these nutbags then they deserve.

And VL – I cannot add much more to what people have said about your narrow-minded, god-fearing view – I pity you, but even more so, I pity your kids having to grow up in such an environment. Talk about doing your children a disservice! Sad.

VL, Teresa,

I respect the way you both feel. Ultimately, you must be your own kids' role models. I don't like AI, and I am not a fan of Adam Lambert. I will not bash him for being gay or using drugs. Sexual orientation is not a reason to hate. Rob Halford is one of my favorite singers. He is gay. I loved Black Sabbath during the Ozzy years. He did drugs. I had a mother who allowed me to enjoy the music, but was a strong influence on my life and taught me right from wrong.

Keep in mind, this country is going to hell due to a lot of things. A lot of it because of the straight, non-drug-using politicians we have elected. We all cannot love or believe the same way; that is why this country is so great. I won't rip you for believing what you believe. Don't force your beliefs on people or you should expect to have others force theirs on you.

Im sorry everyone. Im just a gay male myself and Id ont know how to deal with it.

I believe Adam won in the best world. His freedom will not be restricted with AI. He is free to be. And I can't wait for the fall because whatever it will be it will be amazing and that will be because of his amazing talent. He is so HOT.

Des...I try hard not to be "religious" either....but I am very spiritual and I believe that GOD is a gracious and loving GOD....not to say that I don't believe HE can get angry, I do believe the thing that angers HIM most is when "we" attempt to "BE" HIM......He asks us to do HIS work, to love one another as Christ loves us.....this is what I strive to do. Thank you for your kind words to me. I appreciate them, and I graciously accept them. GOD bless you and I pray that even if you are not "religious".....I pray that I may have somehow helped to show you how a true child of GOD loves those who share this planet with me.

Now Adam Lambert is an Idol!

I'm thankful that he verified what most of us already knew. It takes bravery to come out in a society that is full of people like VL. Young gay people do not need to fear the wrath of God, but the backlash of ignorant and intolerant bible thumpers. They are the real danger to modern peaceful society.

Anyone remember Matthew Shepard?

Ideals like those of VL led to his bashing and murder just for being gay.

I applaud Adam's decision to publicly admit that he's gay. He is now a role model for millions of gay kids afraid to be who they are. I think it's wonderful that someone as visible as Adam is now openly gay. The fact that he felt comfortable enough to come out shows that we have come a long way since the 70's when Elton John was still closeted for fear of losing his career. But comments like VL's show that we still have a long way to go.

There have always been gay people, there will always be. Society needs to embrace and celebrate that.

Thanks Adam.

tears for fears is not the artist for the song mad world. Mad world is composed by Gary Jules.

VL – I guess the rest of us will overlook your bigotry.

MAC – One of the band members of U2 was arrested for drug possession, use and intent to sell back in the day.

Better do some better "background" checks on your idols!

Wow, I feel sorry for VL they are being brutally attacked! I do not agree with their comments but you only fuel the fire by replying to them. I did not read all the comments here (too many) but I hope you all realize 2 things:

1: Being gay is not a "choice" we are who we are and I love that Adam embraces that portion of his life. It does not define him, it is just part of him.

2. Gay people are children of God. We are all created in his Image. Respect God by respecting them.

Also, you all have not read the complete article in RS since it has not been released yet. He talked about using drugs. How many of us have experimented with drugs at one point or another? Alcohol included. Probably most of us. He says he smoked pot and used ecstasy several years ago in Germany. That does not mean he still uses them. Stop making judgements before you know the whole story.

I for one applaud Adam's honesty. He addressed the issue up front got it out of the way and now we can all just move on and eagerly anticipate his upcoming CD.

okay you know what its not fair to not like him now because he's gay he's the same person he was before. and its close minded to be that way and as a lesbian myself i think everyone who wants to hate on him you need to go else we are the same as you are

I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT. He should have won american idol. Clearly he was gay and didn't need to have a "coming out" article but people feed on this kind of ridiculous media so what the hell play into it! Props to Adam Lambert. Amazing!

I think you are all just FABULOUS!!!!!!!
3 snaps in a "Z " formation!!!!!!!!

Way to go Adam! Now we can look forward to your album.

Way to go Adam!I think we should stop judging people for who they are.MAKE A DIFFERENTS IN THE WORLD AND MAKE IT A BETTER PLACE. Stop judging people

I just want to say first off – That being Gay is NOT A CHOICE. I am a 26-year-old Gay male and have been acknowledging my homosexuality for the past 6 years. Why would I choose to live a harder life? The only choice I made regarding my homosexuality was to no longer shelter myself from the freedom I deserve. Freedom that I was taught was the foundation of our great Nation (USA). Whatever happened to Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness?

Secondly, I wasn't the biggest fan of Adam – Danny Gokey is the man! However, I applaud Adam's comfort and confidence in expressing who he is so early in his career.

“It takes more courage to reveal insecurities than to hide them, more strength to relate to people than to dominate them, more 'manhood' to abide by thought-out principles rather than blind reflex. Toughness is in the soul and spirit, not in muscles and an immature mind.” Alex Karras.

These forums turn into something completely different because christians can't have one single conversation about anything without dragging god into it. Try this, read the article and discuss it without any mention of religion or jebus or god and guess what? You'll have an intelligent debate. And, you would learn that being gay is a genetic trait, and that some people have it, and some people don't. That's all.

Regarding Matt's comments at 121P, dude you would have been banned from entertainment all together! Good comments from "Purewebdev"!

Matt wrote -June 9th, 2009 2:09 pm ET

So answer the question. If gay marriage is ok, then is it ok for multiple partner marriage? What if two brothers are gay and want to marry each other, and their sister wants in on it too, should that be legal? Or is that when it is considered immoral? I’m not asking these questions to be funny, nor am I neccessarily against gay marriage, I’m just wondering what doors gay marriage will open. When do we draw the line? And who is to say what the line is?

Matt – WTF??? This makes absolutely no sense what so ever!!! Do not compare my loving committed relationship of 12 years to incest! How dare you? Imagine someone telling you that you CAN'T do this because you are straight...Oh wait you are a straight male you never get told you can't do something. Do not blame the gay community for the downfall of marriage. Remember you won't allow us to get married so it's not us destroying the "sanctity of marriage"

By the way this topic had nothing to do with gay marriage!

Adam YOU are the greatest most talented artist that I have heard in a long time. I got chills listening to you on American Idol. I have never heard a Led Zeppelin song sung better than Led Zeppelin sang it. I recorded that show and I listen to you sing that song over and over again. American Idol is a singing contest and YOU, BY FAR, were the most talented contestant that I have EVER seen on that show. I cannot wait for you to come out with an album. I knew that you were gay and that did not sway my vote what-so-ever. People need to stop judging people. And VL, people like you are the reason that there are fights, wars, and hate in this world. You are an ignorant son of a b_tch! Go dig a hole and crawl in it!

HELLOOOO!!! Isn't it amazing how everyone who screams at Christians for tolerance and acceptance then turns around and rants and raves and spews out the most vicious hatred on Christians. They hate and attack with a vengeance just because someone has a different opinion than them! Get real....it is obvious where the hate and control come from. Most Christians simply want the right to be able to express their opinions in this country that is supposed to be free. They want the right to worship and witness and they want the right to call sin what it is...sin. And most of them don't do it in an angry or hate filled tirade, but that is what they get in return. They get people trying to force them to believe something they don't and shouldn't have to. They get people issuing smear campaigns full of hate and violence. They get judged by the people screaming for no judgement. They get intolerance by the people screaming for tolerance. They get hate by the people accusing them of being filled with hate. This is still America and Christians still have a right to express themselves....just as Adam Lambert has a right to express himself.

If homosexuality is truly a genetic trait, then one could call it a genetic defect; becuase in practice if we all were gay, our species might not survive or at minimum flourish (much different than a "trait" such as blue eyes. They are not the same). Then the question arises should homosexuality be considered a disease? It's an ongoing very serious question. Think about it, if a genetic defect leads to "three arms" it would be called a disease. So why shouldn't a genetic defect that leads to a potential problem with species survival be considered a disease? It doesn't make a gay person any less of a person, just genetically different. Being gay may not kill a person, but has that been proven; what are the risks for cancer, heart problems, drug abuse and suicide in gay persons versus straight?

I am disappointed, not because Adam is gay–that is his business–but because he disclosed he had used psychedelic drugs. How many teenagers will be influenced by this? He could have been a role model, now he's only another druggie. I am a grandmother who thought Adam was the greatest new talent ever. So sad.

Being gay is only a defect if your point of reference is initially flawed by saying the "right" way to be is straight. It may be a statistical norm to be straight, but that doesn't make it any more right than anything else. There is a reason that homosexuality is a small fraction of the population, and that is what guyliner c. said, the propagation of the species depends on men and women. HOWEVER, many people have genetic "defects", modifications outside the norm; they have six fingers, or higher mathematical understanding, or musical genius. Or they are one gender trapped in the body of the other by no choice of their own. Instead of looking at these individuals as diseased, or wrong, or bad, we should be rejoicing in those that are different, because of their uniqueness.

Guliner... wow you have absolutely NO understanding of genetics do you? OR what a "defect" actually is.

Homosexuality occurs in nature and thus, by definition is natural. Look up mallard ducks just to start. Is it statistically "normal"... no. It isn't.

Christians – you have every right to your beliefs... but your rights stop when it comes to affecting me who doesn't believe in your faith not even a little bit. I don't believe in your God... do you hear me? I don't believe in your God... IT doesn't exist to me. I have my own Gods and I certainly do not expect you to believe in them, or to share my beliefs according to my religious code... get over it and stop trying to force feed me your version of morality. I have my own and the key component to it starts out with "And it harm none..."

Having said that.. who gives a crap! Adam Lambert is AWESOME! I love him and I don't care whom he chooses to sleep with. It isn't one of my hang-ups and clearly... it isn't one of his. Wow people spending all this time talking about his bedroom habits... who are the real perverts?

And statistically suicide is much higher amongst teenage lesbians and gays... and they haven't found a physiological link for it. For the most part they think it is caused by nurture, rather than nature so what does that say about us as human beings? How does the Golden Rule contribute to that? I say love on.... love on...

VL-good luck with forbidding your children to list or read anything about Adam Lambert!

All of you ranting about how wrong VL is are infact incorrect. sry, that's just how it is.

VL = win, u = fail. thx bi

I could care less if Adam is gay. It is this comment and others by Adam that offend me in the article.

• On the female fans that went crazy for him during his Idol run: "Just because I'm not sticking it in there doesn't mean that I don't find it beautiful."

Srs, all i've learned from this thread is that immoral people have a lot more time on their hands.. look at the average post length of the immoral types on this thread, some of them are full blown articles themselves defending their poor parenting and anability to accept the fact that people don't think like they do. I don't support homosexuality. That's different than you. Deal with it.

Sandy...ugh...I hope the rest of the comments aren't as ignorant. what frickin' century is this? He is hot, sexy, adorable, more talented than anyone that the world has experienced in ages. Grow up.

Gay people are sickening. It's time to straighthen them up :p
Repent or it will be too late.......

All have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Judge not least ye be judged. If you can't forgive your brothers, how can God forgive you? If you feel you must shelter your children from people, the moon is about the only place available. Back in the day, Rock Hudson, Johnney Mathis, Elton John, and now Ellen DeGeneress are all openly gay. Drug users abound. Natalie Cole, Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, Billie Holliday, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Richard Pryor, Stevie Ray Vaughn. You would have to tune out the whole world and put your children in glass bubbles to keep them from the way life is. Why not just teach them the best you can and ask God to lead them. God made us all and he says if you can't love the least of your brothers then you don't love him. No one says you have to love Adam like alot of us do - just stop being so judgemental.

Who is he, again?

And, like I should care?

Puh-leez.

Only The Brave & Adventurous Souls can withstand the trials of free society..
Adam handled this entire media blitz with style and class and rock and roll!
Adam is the most talented mezmerizing performer to come along in a long while.. This is saying a lot considering the onslaught of new talent churning through the industry. Look at how captivating he has become to so many diverse viewers. I barely recall the winners name of American Idol. I look forward to years of Adams career, i hope he tries more acting also.
As for the continued divide against the gay population;
The odds are that every single person who has a problem with a 'born' gay person, most likely has or will learn you have one or more in your own family, or circle of friends.. even if you are the squarest religious zealot.. science now proves, their brain is born this way.. research and learn.. as for the drug admission..watch any talk show.. many many celebrities now openly admit use, obvious after re-hab..
just legalize and tax it all and quit wasting money on the obvious..

HEY VL .... I AGREE with most of what you said. And American IDOL is NOT only a singing competition. The constestants DO become role models.

HEY ALL YOU VL HATERS....Watch out for the silent majority. You will notice that Kris Allen WON the competition. Methinks there's more to it than just a singing competiion. Because, honestly, he wasn't the best vocalist. BUT I voted for him. It's a whole person and a role model competition and Adam Lambert is NOT role model material. He's actually pretty disgusting with a pretty face and girly voice.

huh....who cares if he's gay, if he can sing like that he may even be bi and i wouldn't care!

These comments are nuts! Adam Lambert is one hot guy and a talented one at that.

Who gives a rip that he is gay? I certainly don't. This straight, married woman would rather have Adam as a role model for her children than many of the posters on this blog. He is unique and fearless.

Some people really need to get a life of their own.

I would love if my kids appreciate Adam's singing power, don't care about his sexuality and are wise enough to not follow him to smoke pot and use mushrooms. But who knows? When idolizing someone, children tend to imitate all the good and bad things.

I think the homophobes out there need to go back to school and get your high school diploma. Educate, don't hate!

Good for Adam! I still haven't come out yet.

I still hope VL will let me be a role model for her children, though.

The term "homophobe" is so inaccurate, when used to describe people who objects to homosexual behavior on either moral, psychological or medical grounds. Technically, the term actually denotes a person who has a phobia — or irrational fear — of homosexuality. Principled disagreement (with the social acceptance of homosexuality), therefore, cannot be labeled "homophobia."

It's just as wrong to hate those you rush to label "homophobes" as it is for those people to harbor ill-will or negative feelings towards homosexuals.

As for Adam Lambert, I don't think anyone is really surprised about this particular bit of news. I'm just surprised it took this long to happen.

Hey Sparky,
The "Silent Majority" is neither. And Adam would make a better role model than almost any politician, especially Republican. I'd certainly prefer my kids to be more like Adam than say, Sarah Palin. My children are free to choose what to believe. They'll have my guidance and advice but they will have to choose for themselves eventually. I just hope to help them have the tools to make good decisions. I will love them whatever their choices. But I will be upset if they do anything that harms someone else and I won't support that. And of course, if one should turn out to be a conservative Republican, I might just die of shame.
I'd like to think that being Republican is a choice, not genetic. Of course it may just be a disease. Maybe we can have a telethon to find a cure?

Adam has exceptional talent!!!! What happen to AI Voting system?? Shouldn't the best singer and performer win!!! So glad he came to AL where millions of people see how unique he is with unbelievable vocal range, over -the top performances and daring to inspired outfits. Downloaded all his videos and songs!
Every one amazing! He made American Idol the best season ever!
Beside, Queen wanting him to join there group, I'm sure here will be many more that want him. He will take on a life of his own with his Debut Album, can't wait to buy it. He will sell millions!!!
Look forward to years of his career.
Adam is handling the media blitz with Style, Courage to reveal, Strenght to relate, Thought-out principals, and Toughness. Hope Adam continues with comfort and confidence in expressing himself in this music. For we all do not love or believe the same way... Rolling Stone Cover Wow!! Can't wait to save that photo. Such a good looking guy!!!! Best of Luck to Adam, a Super Star!!!!!!!

Adam Lambert is GAY!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!????????????????? Wow! I never realized that! What a shocking newsflash! EW has just SCOOPED everyone!

In other news, the sky is blue, grass is green, some guy got cut and his blood was red, the Energizer bunny kept on going and going and going, Geico's "Somebody's Watchin Me" commercials are extremely disturbing, and the sun rises in the morning and sets at night.

VL
Gee...I seem to remember smoking a little pot myself (back in the '70's) and I also seem to remember a couple of Presidents admitting to the same!! And OMG...who cares if he's gay!! We all need to be more tolerant of each other. A little kindness and acceptance would go a long way in making this world a better place for our children!! Adam was always extremely polite on AI and all of the interviews that I've seen. If you talk to your kids instead of telling them what to do (cuz we all know THAT does NOT work!) you will instill the morals that you want them to have without them even realizing it! I think that Adam is an extrodinary performer and I am looking forward to his first CD!! Go Adam...we love you!

Who cares, the boy is talented. It has nothing to do with whether he is gay or not!

Ahh religion...ironically the one thing that is supposed to stand for love, forgiveness, caring, kindness,and unity is the one thing that can polarize us and drive us apart...and insight seething hatred between us.... I wonder why so many people despise religion? Hmmmm Oh well... Adam rocks

VL I'm glad YOU came out as the misguided person and parent you are! Perhaps some of the comments will cause you to think of what you are teaching your kids. You are teaching your kids to hate and fear. (from South Pacific, I believe). I'm a mother, wife, grandmother, friend who absoluely thinks Adam is one of the most wonderful of talents. Your kids could learn more from him. He is a gentleman–he is poised and mannerly. Also I think he is a Christian. Jesus would have loved him. Please don't take your bible so literally. Use Jesus's example, not your opinion!

Wow, VL you sure did get bashed for bashing.

VL – do you drink alcohol, or have drunk alcohol?

Then guess what? You too are a drug user! Both the drugs he's admitted to using, pot and shrooms, are less harmful then alcohol by a longshot. Not to mention that it shouldn't matter, what somebody does on their own time is up to them. But if they're a good person, and not wronging others (which, is more of what you're doing, making assumptions and all), then there is no harm done.

If you honestly think that a few mushrooms and some bud makes somebody the devil's advocate, you need a harsh reality check. I'm not even going to play the gay card, as you stated, because THAT shouldn't even be an issue in the first place.

I find all these comments really interesting. I am over 50 and LOVE Adam – he has a great voice and is always very polite.

Being gay is not a lifestyle anyone chooses. It has been proven medically that there is a difference in the brain. I have asked my gay friends about and they have all stated it is not a lifestyle that they would choose.

I am glad that Adam is being honest – there is too little of it in our world today. I applaud him for his honesty. It is better to tell than to have some tabloid do an article on it. As for the drugs, do you stop your kids from watching Lindsay Lohan movies? Many people have done drugs or tried them. Presciption drug additions are rampant.

My biggest beef is those that say you are Christian. As a Christian, you should love everyone for who they are and forgive them for the sins that they commit. Jesus loved everyone, no matter what they did, had or believed. If we took his view, the world would be a much better place.

So, you either like Adam's voice or you don't. That is what he should be judged on and nothing more.

My criticism of the conservative Christians is not about their beliefs. Until that belief involves requiring others to live the they way want them to. You don't have to approve of homosexuality. You also don't have to actively fight other people's right to live their own lives. You don't have to vote to support gay rights, however you don't have to vote against them either. If you can't in good conscience actively vote for something, you can also choose to abstain from voting on it at all. But when you attempt to legislate away someone elses rights, you are picking a fight, not just voicing an opinion. So don't be shocked when someone responds with anger when you attempt to mess with their lives. Live and let live.
Frankly, if your belief requires you to do your best to force others to the same belief, then you are going to open yourself up to serious pushback from those you're trying force into your little box. There are more things in heaven and earth, Noel, than are dreamt of in your philosophy.

Sandy: I don't think he was ever 'in the closet', he just never said anything but I don't think anybody is that dumb to actually think he was straight... that's ridiculous..

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Okay, people just need to get over it. Get over about American Idol, it's just a freaking TV REALITY SHOW. It's not like a beauty pageant where you need to represent the country yada yada... American Idol is just a show where commoners get to vote for their favorite singers, don't make it sound so political.
And who cares about him smoking pot or doing drugs or f**king men? This is his personal life right? and I don't think he is setting a bad example at all AS A PUBLIC FIGURE.. You don't see him acting like crazy Britney and pathetic Lindsay, do you?

Get over it.. I don't think any of his fans are actually surprised with his 'revelation', we all knew he's definitely not straight...

Adam can hang out in my closet any day!

Adam Lambert gay? Well duh! I think that was the real reason he was robbed of the American Idol! I think that was unethical that he lost! He is BY FAR the better singer! But because his contender was a straight, married and christian boy he won! He is not that good of a performer and does not even compare to the talents of Adam!
I wish Adam all the fame and glory in the world and hope, no I know he will, in the long run, be bigger than life and surpass anything Kris can ever become!

VL, you are truly a complete idiot, bigot, and a homophobe! Your mightier than thou statements are a disgrace! Its people like you that are sending this country "to hell in a hand-basket"! Your righteous and demeaning comments about others are the ones that are tainting the children of this country! By teaching "your children" that gay people and others that are not like your racist and judgmental attitudes towards others you are training them that it is okay to be that way! It's people like you that are really destroying this country! The constitution gives ALL people the right to be who they are and gives them the right to many other freedoms! If people like you had it your way we will are going to end up a socialist and or a communist country!
So before you go any further with your ranting, raving and babbling, think about how stupid and trailer trash it makes you appear!

And to all you people that are throwing all this god-loving, god-fearing statements about how wrong being gay is. You always seem to throw Laviticus out there. Here are some other Laviticus statements (not word for word because I am going by memory). It also says that any child that talks back to his parent should be out to death. Any man that lays down with a woman in a bed when she is on her cycle both shall be put to death, any man that should have sex with a goat, both shall be out to death.... My point is that these are all old testament! When Christ came to the world and gave his life for our sins he washed all of that away! And being gay is not a sin! Did you know that King David was gay? His lover was Justin (I think I am wrong on his name) but he was Paul's son. Alexander the Great was gay, and so was one of our Presidents!
Now about the comments on how these people have a duty to the "children" because they are role models. These rock stars, politicians, models and all these other people should not be your children's role models! YOU! As a parent should be their role models! When I was growing up in the 70's and 80's there were many actors and singers like Journey, for example my favorite band, that I just loved but my number one "role model" was and will always be my mother! That is how it should be! So people like VL and others like VL, think about it. YOU need to be your children's role models and stop leaving it up to the media, performers, politicians and everyone else but you!
Just a thought.

It's no big deal! a gay idol??? wow that's cool.

Seriously, is there anyone who DIDN'T know this guy was gay. Personally I could care less, but this is about as much a surprise or about as newsworthy as Clay Aiken "coming out". Hello? I don't even watch American Idol. It took about 30 seconds of seeing these guys on entertainment shows for me to figure it out. Nobody cares.

Agreed 100% with paulo85018:

"...that was the real reason he was robbed of the American Idol! I think that was unethical that he lost! He is BY FAR the better singer! But because his contender was a straight, married and christian boy he won"

A sad indicator of our society's mindset....

i think it's crazy how many of you are throwing your stones at VL and then in the next sentence saying stuff like 'he's made his CHOICE' and 'he doesn't have to be a god fearing man,' etc...first of all- its NOT a choice, it's a biological imperative. 2nd of all- what does his religion have to do with it at all? and who's to say YOUR religious ideals are right anyway?

it's not just VL that is misguided and bigotted in this discussions....there are so many of you....even if you ARE defending the correct position, it's the assumptions that make me sad.

in the end it's not relevant anyway...any of it.

VL, you are so pathetic and retrograde. Do you think, really, that kids are so weak and innocent? That's a very innocent thought. Do you really think that because some famous person uses drugs a whole generation of "kids" will use drugs as well? And you will forbid your children of hearing or reading anything about this guy? That's funny. You know, you should never tell a kid that he can't do something, the only thing you will get is the kid in question feeling curiosity towards the thing you just forbid.

What does god fearing means? So you are scaring your kids with the idea of hell and all that crap? "If you don't do this or act this way then you'll go to hell and god will not love you" What a good parent you are. I bet that someday, your kids, if they are smart, will tell you one thing while they do another.

What happened to heroes? Take a look in the mirror and then look at your kids, that is what happens to future heroes every day.

I hope that in 20 years, the USA and the rest of thw world, could be a place where we all can be what we are, a place where someone would ned to hide becuase of the fear of not being accepted or discriminated by people like you, a place where all your superstitious ideas are extinct and where all the people like you are just a long hard to remember memory of a dark epoch anyone wants to really remember.

Good for Adam, he is truly to what he is and also a very good singer, and what can be better than being oneself and being happy about it, instead of a single minded puppet willing to repeat what ancient books or old wracks say? Take Fred Phelps, for example.

Wow, this really turned into a "bash VL" party huh? You guys have to realize that she/he has just as strong an opinon as we do. Everyone is talking about being "accepting" and tolerant", but you are not doing the same. Personally, I think acceptance and tolerance is what is wrong with this world today. It is one thing to love someone no matter what they are, or who they are, but it is quite another to praise and support what they do and how they live.

I also noticed many gays writing comments about how they pay their bills and keep a clean house and even read their Bible. No one is saying you are inhumane by being gay. Of course you can pay bills and keep a clean home. But reading your Bible and going to church every Sunday doesn't make you any more of a Christian than sitting in a garage makes you a car. The Bible specifically speaks of homosexuality as a sin against the body, and that it is an abomination unto the Lord (although, that is not the only sin that is an abomonation), we need to realize that Christians believe certain things are sins. For me, I think sex before marriage is a sin, lying is a sin, as well as murder, homosexuality, gossip, over-eating and drug using (including alcohol). But the difference is, things like homosexualoty and being a drug addict are lifestyle choices that are seen very clearly, and people are more apt to point it out.

Bottom line for Christians: we need stop being slack and still calling ourselves followers of Christ and living any old shabby way we want. Do you really think God is so little and powerless that He can't deliver us from addictions and unclean lifestyles???? I sure don't! He's delivered me from many a bad lifestyle choices and turned me on the right path! SO instead of bashing Adam, pray that he would come to know Christ in a powerful way.

Reminder:

Adam is a hottie!!! He deserves his chance for a successful career.

Haters should just go away. If you have nothing nice to say, then haters should just stay quiet or go away. Choice is yours.

Go Glambert!!

ok people lets get real. american idol is a singing competition and Adam blew all of them out of the water. who cares what his sexual orientation is. so he didn't hang all his dirty laundry out for everyone now its out and ya'll have something to talk about. you can say that you aren't going to let your children listen to his music, but in all reality you can only shelter them for so long. time to all put our big pants on and head out into the real world. ADAM IS AN WILL CONTINUE TO BE AN AMAZING SINGER.

I just want to to say that being gay, or a drag queen or a drug user does not make one a bad person nor does it mean you can't be a hero or an Idol. Also raising a child who turns out to be gay, a drag queen or a drug user does not make one a bad parent. Also I do not believe being gay is a choice but I am not here to argue that. If you want to fault a parent on anything what about raising children who become closed minded bashers of any group that is different than them, those are the parents that you should fault.

Proud to be from Maine where gay marriage is legal!!!!

I love all the life stories and experiences– he really opened up in that article. I can't wait to buy the magazine!! He's just everything you'd want from an entertainer- unapologetic, brutally honest, gorgeous, talented, and so unafraid. He knows exactly what he's doing on stage and off, that's the reason why we can't stop talking about him! He's just so... addictive.
...And yes, he's gay and he tried drugs. It's not really controversial if he's owning it. At least he's honest about it and not trying to sweep it under the rug and pretend he's someone he's not. Squeaky clean cut artists just aren't fascinating to me. The world is filled with 'Kris Allens' and 'Danny Gokeys'... how many 'Adam Lamberts' have you ever met?

adam lambert is great!! he has already accomlished what his goal was. yes that was getting a record contract. his personal life style is really nobody's business. thats for the busybody, who has no life theirself!! keep on singing adam, someday you will get rich!!!

[...] Adam Lambert comes out So it’s official: After several months of playing coy -– or, at least, letting people believe what they wanted -– [...] [...]

It only stated that he told CNN he was gay, which he did

Everybody breath..............calm..............................now....................
now lets move on

Congratulations VL you've become quite the celebrity on this piece
of crap blog.

TO VL, Yes Adam admitted to using drugs, yes he is gay, SO WHAT? An AMERICAN IDOL HELL YES!!!! He is honest, appears to be respectful, and he can SANG!!!!! Where have u been hiding?entertainers have been doing drugs forever not to mention I'm from the so called Bible-Belt midwest and have seen more pot heads here than when I lived in the west coast. He is not forcing it on you or anyone he's not even making you listen to his music if you don't like it GET THE HECK OUTTA THE KITCHEN!!!! ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE CD!

SEXY!!!!

He's so open and honest...as well as an amazing singer!

okay, i'm a 15 year old heterosexual Christian girl who has watched American Idol for the past fourteen years and i have to say half the people here are crazy. I mean, look at it this way. As Christians, we are supposed to ACCEPT everyone for who they are. we are supposed to TOLERATE those who break God's law. and we are supposed to LOVE everyone for who they are like Jesus did. i don't care if you love God or w/e but Adam is a great role model because he is himself. I want you all to name one person you look up to who did not do drugs. Now name the ten that did. I know the people in my life (as in my family and older friends) learned from their experiences with drugs. They have taught me what i shouldn't and should do. So, as Adam has shown me, there is a lot more to a person than the three times they did something wrong. I'm a sinner. He's a sinner. And I'd bet my life you're a sinner. God loves all and forgives all sins. So, by these posts, are you saying that God's creation that he loves and sent his only son to die for is not a good enough roll model for your children? Shame. I love Adam. And, all of those people who hate, I love you too. So can't you give someone who needs love what they need? That doesn't seem so hard to me. Be who you say you are.

I am a 61 year old mother and grandmother, I APPLAUD Adams parents for raising such a caring, confident, true to himself young man!!! While allowing and accepting the path to HIS happiness and self-confidence they are GREAT PARENTS!!!!!!!! VL, should realize DEMANDING his children anything, will surely make them do the opposite.

" ADAM is the most intriguing artist in many, many, many years. He's a
beautiful soul " and I don't need to wish him success, THAT IS A GIVEN!!

VL-
"I will FORBID my children to listen to or read anything that has to do with this person. I really truly think this country is going to he11 in a handbasket. What happened to morals? What happened to American heroes? We now idolize people like this? I At least I know I’m raising my kids morally and God fearing. Adam’s mom didn’t."

WOW. NICE GOING VL. Sheltering your children from that? There are definitely worse things out there. Raising your children God fearing? What happened to God LOVING? Ever heard the expression, "Smile, God loves you."? Honestly, our country is NOT going downhill because of one person who happens to be in the spotlight, with talent, and happened to be on drugs. I can assure you that there were many more drug users, and a few closeted gays in the entertainment buisness in the 1960's.

canadiansuzie,

Um, to everyone who attacked canadiansuzie for being a bigot; actually her post started out by quoting someone else. She's actually all for Adam Lambert.
BTW Suzie, no one was attacking his mom. Just commenting that she didn't raise him to be "God-fearing", which is likely true.

Hey, you can even give yourself some kudos, if you decide to not keep things a secret any more. Maybe then you'd finally be content and happy with the person you are and should be, just like Adam. Lies and living fake lives doesn't enrich anyone. I feel sorry for both of you.

who cares if adam lambert is gay. he is a awesome preformer and has fans of all age including me at 68 yrs. old. his preformance was no worse than many performers and he is so talented. keep it up adam.