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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.’

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.’

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.

Melinda Doolittle brings down the house in American Idol’s Top 9 episode. After hearing Doolittle’s rendition of ‘I Got Rhythm,’ guest star Tony Bennett called her the best singer all day.

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle gives a stunning finale to American Idol’s Top Ten episode. Her youthful new ‘do and soulful rendition of Oliver! hit ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ garnered raves from the audience–and the judges.

American Idol’s Melinda Doolittle sang Diana Ross on the Top 12 Contestants episode. Melinda, an old-school Motown girl, broke down in tears after singing ‘Home’ from The Wiz. Paula Abdul and perhaps even Simon Cowell also cried. Includes judges’ comments about Melinda Doolittle’s performance and a link to the original lyrics of ‘Home’ from The Wiz.

Brentwood, TN contestant Melinda Doolittle sang ‘I’m A Woman’ on American Idol’s Top 8 Girls episode. Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul had nothing but compliments for her energetic, sassy performance. ‘You little tiger’ exclaimed Simon. ‘We thought you were a pussycat!’

American Idol’s Melinda Doolittle looks almost too perfect to win America’s heart. Vocal coach Janet Kenyon of Kenyon Artist Development and image stylist Kelley Norris of IMPowered Consulting are her ‘two Gayles,’ a reference to Oprah Winfrey’s Gayle King. They prepared her wardrobe and a book which details her outfit for each day on American Idol.

The Fun Times Guide is following Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle on American Idol, from a summary of her first audition in Memphis to the American Idol finale. Find links and summaries of all Melinda Doolittle’s performances here, with links and information to her Brentwood, Tennessee background.

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle gave a rave performance on American Idol’s Top 20. Simon, Paula, and Randy had nothing but praise for Melinda Doolittle’s rendition of My Funny Valentine. She dedicated the performance to her stylist and vocal coach. Melinda Doolittle makes the cut to American Idol Top 8 girls.

Brentwood’s Melinda Doolittle again impressed everyone after her performance on tonight’s Top 12 Girls episode. She sang an Aretha Franklin song, looked amazing in a leather jacket and jeans, and garnered explosive praise from the judges.

Brentwood TN vocalist Melinda Doolittle made the cut to American Idol’s top 24 finalists! She competes tomorrow against the other 11 female finalists.

I’m not an American Idol junkie, but I caught part of the Memphis auditions on TV last night. The American Idol contestant who captured the attention of all three judges, and stood out from all the rest: Melinda Doolittle, a background vocalist from Brentwood Tennessee!