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Melinda Doolittle In Zaxby’s Commercials

What has American Idol star–and Brentwood resident–Melinda Doolittle been up to lately?

We saw her familiar face on tv last night, and I hunted the YouTube video of Melinda Doolittle’s Zaxby’s commercials for your viewing pleasure. Watch her Zaxby’s commercials right here!

I also found out that Melinda Doolittle will be hosting the PBS special Christmas at Belmont in November, which you can watch nationally Christmas Eve.

And for all you loyal fans, I have a link to the Tennessean article which says yes, Melinda Doolittle is still single.

Williamson County, TN Is Home To Ice Skater Scott Hamilton

I was surprised to see a closeup of Scott Hamilton and his wife Tracie during the Titans preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. When I investigated, I learned that Scott Hamilton and his family lives right here in Williamson County!

Melinda Doolittle’s Final Performance On American Idol

Melinda Doolittle gracefully stepped down from American Idol’s Top 3 tier. Here are a few reasons why we’ll miss her so much–and let you know how to contact Melinda Doolittle with fan mail.

Melinda Doolittle Makes American Idol Finals

Melinda Doolittle made a strong effort to crack the American Idol Final 2. The judges raved about Melinda’s flawless performances of ‘I Believe In You and Me,’ ‘Nutbox City Limits,’ and her favorite ‘I’m A Woman.’

Will Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle Win American Idol?

Will Melinda Doolittle win American Idol? Her hometown fans are asking the question for tonight’s Top Four episode. Melinda sang Bee Gees hits ‘Love You Inside and Out’ and ‘How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?’ to mixed reviews.

Michael W. Smith Votes For Jordin Sparks On American Idol

Top Christian artist Michael W. Smith once toured with American Idol finalist Jordin Sparks. Smith’s blog explains more about his experience with the smiling young Sparks.

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle Sings ‘Have A Nice Day’ On American Idol

Melinda Doolittle goes rock during American Idol’s Top 6 episode. She giggles with guest Jon Bon Jovi, then gives a Tina Turner-esque performance of ‘Have A Nice Day.’

Melinda Doolittle on Idol Gives Back

Melinda Doolittle shone with an inner light during American Idol Gives Back, a fundraising episode for America’s neediest places. She made Faith Hill’s ‘There Will Be A Day’ completely her own. Christian music is clearly Melinda Doolittle’s element.

Melinda Doolittle Sings ‘Trouble Is A Woman’

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle showed off her Music City roots in American Idol’s Country Night. She owned the stage with a hipper, younger look and a sassy performance of ‘Trouble Is A Woman.’

Melinda Doolittle Sings ‘Sway’ on Top 8 Idol

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle experiences her first brush with criticism on American Idol’s Top 8 episode. The Latin-themed night was hosted by Jennifer Lopez, who had previously sung Doolittle’s choice of music, Sway. When J-Lo advised her to show more sex appeal, Doolittle confessed she had little.

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