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Post by anuverwillfan on Jan 6, 2004 3:01:01 GMT 10
I realise that some of you may feel Will's not your favourite person 'cos of the negative press he's been getting down there, but thought you might like to read a slightly different perspective on things - from London:
'London News
"Will may not have won World Idol for which we are truely thankful but what he did win was the respect and warmth of several celebrities around the world. Many commented on his politeness and friendly manner as he shook off the fact he came fifth. A string of number ones and probably still top of the album charts with hardly a cover in sight, leaves Will in no doubt that Britain see him as a winner. Congratulations on a great year Will." '
You see, WI was generally derided before it even began here in the UK. It has also taken Will almost 2 years to finally begin to be seen as an artist in his own right, rather than 'WIll from Pop Idol', so to be seen solely within that context again is unlikely to be something he or his fans really want is it?
Sorry if we come across as very negative about WI, but Will did PI 2 years ago and it all seems a long time ago.
I thought Guy sang beautifully tho', and I can't understand why he didn't come higher up!
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Post by anuverwillfan on Jan 6, 2004 3:15:13 GMT 10
Of course you could read this as our press being a bit bias here, but in the past the press over here has generally given WIll a hard time.
Even so, I thought I'd quote you this which was posted over on the WIll Young boards from a Belgian fan:
there was an intervieuw with Peter Evrard in Het Laatste Nieuws (most sold newspaper overhere) yesterday (but I didn't get a chance to come onhere yesterday...) It's mostly about Peter but Peter also said
... There was a verry friendly atmosphere amongst the contestants!... Nobody was really dissapointed about the results, Will Young even seemed relieved that he didn't win since he's desperatly trying to loose the 'pop-idol-image'...
I don't know what was shown on Australian TV but over here WIll was interacting in a very friendly way with both Peter and Kurt who he was sat between throughout the show. I also know a lot of people who went to the recording and the atmosphere was relaxed and jokey.
As to reports that WIll snubbed the other contestants by not attending the New Year's bash, well think about it this way .... Will was in his own country down the road from where he lives so was probably not even offered a place at the hotel; it's New Year's Eve, a time for family and friends; he probably wouldn't have even been informed about the party 'till he'd made alternative arrangements anyway. Anyway, I know who I'd rather be with on New Year's Eve .... those who mean the most to me! Wouldn't you?
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Post by AfR0EmBrY0 on Jan 6, 2004 14:04:58 GMT 10
Personally i don't really care about this whole Will thing. Even though guy has even said him self that every contestant but Will talked 2 him and was friendly, i won't say much because i haven't met him in person! But i do believe what Guy said about Will not talking 2 him or not even shaking his hand... he could of at least done that, its only a hand...
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Post by Pinkline Jones on Jan 6, 2004 16:15:55 GMT 10
Afro,
Could HAVE at least not Could OF at least.
PINKLINE
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Post by AfR0EmBrY0 on Jan 6, 2004 16:33:41 GMT 10
Thankyou for pointing out that HUGE spelling error ;D
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Post by Idol Obsessed on Jan 6, 2004 16:58:19 GMT 10
Will's awesum! ;D
Don't believe everything u read...
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Post by sinisterangel on Jan 6, 2004 19:43:00 GMT 10
well i have nofin against will coz my friendz and dat luv him and i havn't really thought anything bad of him either so yeah
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Post by anuverwillfan on Jan 6, 2004 21:02:45 GMT 10
Afro, I've been a fan of Will for over 2 years now, and I've never ever heard of WIll purposely ignoring anyone. Will has on occasions been unconventional in that he hasn't taken the easy option regarding proressing his career - he has too much professional and personal integrity for sucking up to people, but that's good!!! Will does have strong principles, and they drive him more than what will be considered popular. Therefore, the press has often been down on him 'cos he hasn't played their game! But, again, I think that's brill! Nevertheless, Will is quite shy with people initially and I don't think he would just go up to someone he didn't know and impose himself on them - even tho' he IS famous! And interactions take two after all ... so maybe Guy would have got a better reaction if he'd taken the initiative. When I was at the recording for the initial show (where they all sang) WIll was definetly interacting with a couple of others that were near him on stage, and likewise at the results show. And who knows when Guy's report was from? It could have been from the first meeting they all had? If anyone wants to get a better idea of Will's personality, you could send me a pm 'cos I've got loads of resources!!! ;D btw AFro, is that REALLY Merry from LOTR?? Wouldn't have recognised him at all!
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Post by astro on Jan 6, 2004 22:15:42 GMT 10
sorry, don't like him or his music
but i can understand the frustrations and don't blame him in most cases. shunning the other idols is a bit much though.
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Post by anuverwillfan on Jan 6, 2004 22:43:11 GMT 10
I would agree astro! BUt I don't believe it is true!!! Newspapers are full of crap!
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Post by AURORAB on Jan 7, 2004 3:38:24 GMT 10
Personally i don't really care about this whole Will thing. Even though guy has even said him self that every contestant but Will talked 2 him and was friendly, i won't say much because i haven't met him in person! But i do believe what Guy said about Will not talking 2 him or not even shaking his hand... he could of at least done that, its only a hand... I don't know if he didn't shake Guy's hand. I know Guy said both Will and Kelly didn't seem too excited to be there though (maybe they want to shed the idol image) I did read an article of Kurt saying Will wouldn't shake his hand though. He said "I even shake the doorman's hand why won't he shake mine" And he called Will a bastard for acting like that. Yeah, Will could have acted nicer but he's probably just didn't want to be there or having issues with Idol management and it affected his attitude towards others.
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Post by Pinkline Jones on Jan 7, 2004 9:21:52 GMT 10
Will is a sheltered workshop performer.
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Post by AfR0EmBrY0 on Jan 7, 2004 11:36:35 GMT 10
btw AFro, is that REALLY Merry from LOTR?? Wouldn't have recognised him at all! heck yeah it is!!;D He is one of my fav Guys from LOTR ... and i also adore Johnny Depp (the guy who plays Jack Sparrow in POTK if ya don't know) and i am falling more for guys who wear eyeliner!... it just looks soooo GOOD! btw, he is wearing eyeliner
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Post by Pinkline Jones on Jan 7, 2004 15:30:56 GMT 10
Afro,
Who is that clown in the picture?
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Post by AfR0EmBrY0 on Jan 7, 2004 16:41:57 GMT 10
Since you obviously can't read the writing underneath it, i will tell you. it is Dominic Monaghan! And actor, who plays Merry from LOTR. Clown eh?... man... that would work for me! *pictures him in nothing but a bow tie, with 'I Touch Myself' music by Blondie in the background* mmmhmm... yes sir!...
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