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Staunton, Va.
Posted: 7:18 AM Feb 25, 2008
Last Updated: 2:27 PM Feb 25, 2008
Reporter: Keith Jones
Email Address: kjones@whsv.com

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After being eliminated from American Idol on Friday, Staunton Idol Colton Berry has much to look forward to on the home front.

His fans are speaking out and continuing their support of the aspiring actor and singer. He even has a growing fan club. Robert E. Lee senior Maria Lane created a Facebook group dedicated to Berry's career.

Lane says it doesn't matter whether he's in the competition or not. He's still someone to look up to.

She says, "I think we keep going and continue to show support. Win the show or not, it doesn't matter because he's still what I think people will consider an American Idol. He's done so much stuff at such a young age. He's really brought a lot of theater and the arts to this area that wouldn't normally been able to come here."

The group already has more than 1,400 members, and Lane says it's growing by the day.

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Posted by: Stephanie Location: Verona on Mar 17, 2008 at 03:22 PM
I was so excited when i met Colton Berry on Saturday March 15, 2008.

Posted by: mike Location: spokane. wa on Mar 5, 2008 at 12:29 AM
dude you did your best so be proud? forget what simon has to say look at jennefer hudson oscar winner, so what doe:s he no. keep singing also look at clay akein he was on american idol but was voted off, so just follow your dreams? take care?

Posted by: tam n ed Location: waynesboro on Mar 1, 2008 at 06:32 PM
This kid has lots of potitial and alot to look forward to. He has made a place in the spot light and i enjoyed watching him on american idol. We will watching to see where he goes with his acting and singing. Great job Colton

Posted by: Maria Location: Staunton on Feb 28, 2008 at 10:44 AM
I agree with "realist" but I think there's more we can do. I'm so sick of hearing about those little kids who get to the nationals for spelling bees or student athletes who score winning touchdowns in state finals while simultaneously starting a charitable organization and maintaing a 4.0 gpa. How does that affect me? It doesn't! Actually, I think we should eliminate any and all forms of "advertisitng" concerning anyone under the age of 40 not involved with a political issue that directly affects me as a community member and I'm sure "realist" and many others would agree. Thank you "realist" for your enlightened perspective and opinions and how they should apply to everyone around you.

Posted by: Lydia Location: Augusta Co on Feb 25, 2008 at 06:50 PM
Just because he is a local boy doesn't mean he was the best of the 12 men. Look at what an honor it was to be in the top 24! Viewers don't vote for a particular contestant because he or she lives in the same area.

Posted by: realist Location: Harrisonburg on Feb 25, 2008 at 04:01 PM
The role of the media is not to play PR for tv show contestants, nor should it be. I'm not saying he isn't a talented young man, but devoting airtime or ink to his run doesn't really benefit the community as a whole.

Posted by: Berry Fan on Feb 25, 2008 at 07:55 AM
Im very disappointed that this young man did not have more support in the valley and I feel the local media did not give enough coverage,there has been more coverage about him since he has been off the show.

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