Jordin Sparks is being examined by critics of the national talent search competition, made suspicious by a series of coincidences. The young "American Idol" contestant and daughter of former New York Giants cornerback is being scrutinized for her pre-existing connections to the FOX franchise. BuddyTV.com points out the following:

-Sparks was the winner of Coca-Cola's Rising star award in 2004, a sponsor of AI. However, it was later pointed out that there was no tangible connection made through Coke, Sparks and Idol.

-Sparks also won the Arizona Idol contest, sponsored by FOX, winning the grand prize of a Ford Fusion and an audition in Seattle.

-Another point made was the fact that Paula Abdul, who often probably forgets where she is half the time, was able to remember the name of Sparks' father, as well as the position he played.

It just sounds to me like a lot of people really miss getting their fill of conspiracy theories since "X-Files" went off the air. Or maybe she IS an alien. An incredibly talented alien, sent to this planet to gain world domination through music. And that's why I don't watch Idol--mind control.

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