Lady GaGa: She donates so much of her time and celebrity to helping the gay community.
Life's soundtrack?
"Desperado" by The Eagles would definitely be on [the list].
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
Music and performing are my life, and through my art I really want to better the world and inspire people to make positive changes.
JENNIFER
The Sofo Tap
Age
29
Relationship Status
7 years taken.
Your Gay Idol?
I idolize my two friends who just got married after being together for 14 years! Congrats, Heather and Tara.
Life's soundtrack?
"People Like Us" by Kelly Clarkson. It explains itself.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I have the drive and talent to be a wicked awesome singer, plus I'd be a great representation of the femme ladies!
JULIO
The Call
Age
30
Relationship Status
Smitten and attached.
Your Gay Idol?
Judy Garland: She gave me my vibrato and strut.
Life's soundtrack?
Something written by Puccini. Wait, too tragic ... how about "Part Of Your World"? I love serving up fish realness.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
Because I have the charisma, uniqueness ... uh, I mean, I can sing good?
TIMMY
Crew
Age
23
Relationship Status
Happily taken, hopelessly devoted, totally gay for Jonathan. Life's soundtrack?
"Tomorrow" from Annie. It's basically my life: ginger; optimist; a singing, dancing little girl.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
"Gay Idol," what a tremendous title! I could only hope to achieve this title and represent our community well!
DAVID
Jackhammer
Age
27
Relationship Status
Taken.
Your Gay Idol?
Harvey Milk: The amount of courage it took to take a stand and become visible is inspiring.
Life's soundtrack?
"Don't Panic" by Coldplay.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I've always loved singing and getting others to sing. If I can make people happy through singing that's good enough for me.
JD
The Sofo Tap
Age
34
Relationship Status
Taking applications.
Your Gay Idol?
All the men and women who came before me paving the way for me to be able to just walk down the street holding my partner's hand and not feel ashamed.
Life's soundtrack?
"No Drama" by Mary J. Blige.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I have the talent and personality for what it takes.
MATTHEW
Jackhammer
Age
25
Relationship Status
Single.
Your Gay Idol?
Ellen DeGeneres
Life's soundtrack?
The Muppet Show theme song.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
Because I work hard, I learn from my mistakes, and I never forget what's really important to me.
JAMES
Joie De Vine
Age
29
Relationship Status
Married.
Your Gay Idol?
My husband, Dustin, for always supporting my choices, and making me feel like a rock star every single day!
Life's soundtrack?
"That's Life" by Frank Sinatra, etc.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
With it being my sixth year in a row as a finalist, I like to call myself the Susan Lucci of Gay Idol. It's time for me to win my Emmy!
RYAN
DS Tequila Co.
Age
28
Relationship Status
Single.
Your Gay Idol?
Does margaret cho count? She works double for me: Gay idol and Asian idol.
Life's soundtrack?
"Hoppipola" by Sigur R�"s: Just because you can't understand something does not mean it is any less powerful!
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
Performing has always been a dream of mine and any opportunity to do so is a gift.
JONATHAN
Crew
Age
24
Relationship Status
Totally committed to and with the one and only "Timmy Willy" :)
Your Gay Idol?
Quite honestly, probably Ian McKellen, moreso to do with Shakespeare than Gandalf.
Life's soundtrack?
Probably "That's Life": I've done so many different things up to this point that it just fits.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I plan to become the next Sinatra and this is the best place to start!
MARIA
DS Tequila Co.
Age
26
Relationship Status
Single.
Your Gay Idol?
Beth Ditto for strength in living unapologetically and Ellen for keeping a positive attitude in the face of hate.
Life's soundtrack?
"Move In the Right Direction" by The Gossip.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I'd bring some diversity to the title, along with powerful pipes that don't quit. I'm a bundled up package of fat, fabulous fierceness.
NICK
Mary's Attic
Age
32
Relationship Status
In a relationship.
Your Gay Idol?
Tough choice, but I must say Freddie Mercury for being the amazing rock front man he was.
Life's soundtrack?
"In My Life" by The Beatles.
Why should you be the next Gay Idol?
I want to represent the gay rockers of Chicago!
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