Does 3rd Class Philip Stacey have what it takes to be the next American Idol?

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Musician 3rd Class Philip Stacey, 29, stationed with the Navy Band in Jacksonville, Fla., just might become America's next 'Idol'.

In a taped interview on the show’s Web site, Stacey mentions his life’s ambition: If he wins “Idol,” he’ll use his fame as a springboard to political office, because he “would be a great president of the world.”

The polar opposite will apply if viewers eliminate him, Stacey said.

“I believe that if I don’t become the next American Idol, I’ll probably curl up into a ball and cry myself to sleep.”

Have you been watching? Do you think he's got a chance to be our next Idol?

[STS2129]

Sorry to say, but no - he has talent but no where as good as the woman this year!! This weeks performance was rough at first but he came through in the end - may not be as lucky next time

[leftbehind_guest]

I noticed in a couple of pictures of him that he was not wearing his uniform. Hmm, must be he didn't think it appropriate to use it to further his gains, unlike a certain woman officer.

[dourdan]

it would be nice to see a service member succeed on that show

[CommunityEditor]

Video clip of last night's performance: http://www.militarytimes.com/multime...8americanidol/

Latest update: http://www.militarytimes.com/news/20...y_idol_070327/

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Update: Sailor impresses again on ‘Idol’ (http://www.militarytimes.com/news/20...y_idol_070424/)

Not that I want to stir things up much but. Is he Active duty or reserve? Is he drawing military pay and benefits for his 6 months with the show? If he wins, then what? Does he get out or go to reservist status.

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Update: Fox releases Phil Stacey tour dates (http://www.militarytimes.com/news/20...ytour_070502w/)

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Final update: http://www.militarytimes.com/news/20...stacey_070502/