When Chris Daughtry was up against Katharine McPhee for elimination, I was sure it was Kat’s time to go.  Even she looked shocked and horrified.  Chris was a fan-favorite and has gone on to enjoy HUGE success as the frontman for Daughtry so I still just don’t understand how he got eliminated.

Taylor Hicks went on to win with Katharine McPhee as his runner-up.  I personally adored Elliott Yamin and was disappointed he didn’t win or come in second place.  I also have to admit that I really liked Kevin Covais, especially his performance of “Starry, Starry Night.”  Of course, this is also the season that brought you Kellie Pickler.

I could go on and on.  Here’s the Top 12 (elimination dates from 2006):

1. Taylor Hicks – Winner
2. Katharine McPhee – May 24
3. Elliott Yamin – May 17
4. Chris Daughtry – May 10
5. Paris Bennett – May 3
6. Kellie Pickler – April 26
7. Ace Young – April 19
8. Bucky Covington – April 12
9. Mandisa – April 5
10. Lisa Tucker – March 29
11. Kevin Covais – March 22
12. Melissa McGhee – March 15

Here’s a video of the winning moment (look for Carrie Underwood and Anthony Federov in the audience) and Taylor singing “Do I Make You Proud?”

image: Newscom

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