I'm not a viewer of reality television (well, maybe Discovery's Cash Cab and Dangerous Catch), but the Idol and voting people off islands.. well, that's just not me...
But my cousin Jeanne turned me on to this amazing story from Britain's version of Idol (actually, it was created before American Idol).
It takes about 7 minutes to watch, and you must have sound. But it is very worthwhile. I advise you have a hanky at the ready. Very moving!
... and thanks a LOT, Jeanne!