While I agree they are under incredible pressure, I don't think the pressure ends once they win the title. Show business is not for the faint hearted. Many people think they just want to perform and entertain and don't like all the extras that come with the business, but to be successful you have to be so much more than just talented, and you often have to bend your ideals to meet what others think is relevant and marketable. I think it's no wonder that so many performers turn to alcohol and drugs to help ease the pressures of this industry. If you ever do get to the top, people take great delight in bringing you down. American Idol might be good at weeding out those who can't take the pressure, many of their winners seem to be handling their success quite well, so far. |