Kris Allen Admits Simon Cowell Helped Him Stick Around 'American Idol'

Judge's comment that 'chicks are gonna love' Allen 'probably helped,' the singer laughs.By Katie Byrne Kris Allen Photo: Chris Cuffaro/ Fox Kris who? Prior to Wednesday night's show, Kris Allen had flown mostly under the "American Idol" radar. But the 23-year-old made a big impression with his cover of Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror," grabbing a seat in the top 12 (alongside Adam Lambert and Allison Iraheta) over some early scene-stealers. We caught up with the Conway, Arkansa...

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