Aspiring singer Stephanie Edwards was the lowest vote getter this week on ‘American Idol’ and will no longer be a part of the show. Edwards and Chris Richardson were the two contestants with the fewest votes. Richardson had been a favorite of the judges and pretty popular with viewers until this week.

Edwards is just 19 and comes across being very mature. She should have a successful career in music as she continues to grow as a performer and adjusts to her vocal talent. She resides in Atlanta, Georgia and auditioned in Memphis, Tennessee. Her favorite singers are Justin Timberlake and Beyonce. Her ‘American Idol’ hero is Fantasia (surprise).

I was surprised that Phil Stacey was not one of the bottom scum suckers like he had been the week before. Sanjaya Malakar, who also was nearly booted last week, performed well enough to stay. He seems to have a pretty strong fan base no matter how good or bad he sings.

The ten contestants that remain are: LaKisha Jones, Chris Richardson, Blake Lewis, Melinda Doolittle, Haley Scarnato, Sanjaya Malakar, Phil Stacey, Gina Glocksen, Jordin Sparks and Chris Sligh