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Phillip Calvin McGraw (born September 1, 1950), best known as Dr. Phil, is an American television personality, psychologist and author, currently the host of his own television show, Dr. Phil, which debuted in 2002. McGraw first gained celebrity status with appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show in the late 1990s.

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In this photo provided by Harpo, Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey poses with former world champion boxers Mike Tyson, right, and Evander Holyfield on a live episode of "The Oprah Winfrey Show," Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, in Chicago. Evander Holyfield
A shopper leaves a Gap store in Palo Alto, Calif., Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010. Gap Inc. said Thursday that strong sales at its lower-priced Old Navy chain helped its fourth-quarter profit rise 45 percent. Palo Alto
HOLLYWOOD - MARCH 07: Oprah Winfrey and Stanley Tucci present onstage during the 82nd Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on March 7, 2010 in Hollywood, California. Oprah Winfrey
Minnesota Duluth's Ron White (21) moves down the court past Minnesota's Ralph Sampson (50) during an exhibition NCAA college basketball game at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009. Ron White
NEW YORK - MARCH 01: Britney Spears worn vintage costume from her 'Circus' music video on display at the rock & roll music memorabilia auction press preview at the Gotta Have It! store on March 1, 2010 in New York City. Britney Spears
Former Atlanta Brave pitcher Tom Glavine talks to members of the media after accepting the job as special assistant to Braves president John Schuerholz on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, during a baseball news conference in Atlanta. Atlanta
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 19: (L-R) Kathy Battaglia of Tiger Woods Enterprises, Tiger Woods' mother Kultida Woods and Amy Reynolds of Nike listen as golfer Tiger Woods makes a statement from the Sunset Room on the second floor of the TPC Sawgrass, home of the PGA Tour on February 19, 2010 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Woods publicly admitted to cheating on his wife Elin Nordegren but maintained that the issues remain 'a matter between a husband and a wife.' Tiger Woods
MILWAUKEE - MARCH 21: Dallas Lauderdale #52 of the Ohio State Buckeyes dunks the ball over Mfon Udofia #0 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half during the second round of the 2010 NCAA men's basketball tournament at the Bradley Center on March 21, 2010 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dallas, Texas
Texas guard A.J. Abrams (3) drives against Texas Tech Decensae White (13) during the first half of their basketball game in Austin, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007. Abrams scored a team high 18 points in the 80-51 win. Texas
DAYTONA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 14: Comedian Daniel Whitney, 'Larry the Cable Guy' attends the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 14, 2010 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Larry the Cable Guy
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In a June 18, 2009, photo provided by Twentieth Television, host Jeff Foxworthy, center, is shown with NASCAR driver Michael Waltrip and fifth-grader Danielle during the taping of the new half-hour version of "Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?" in Los Angeles. The episode, featuring Michael Waltrip playing for charity, airs Tuesday, Oct. 6. Jeff Foxworthy
Temple's Ryan Brooks boards a bus in Philadelphia, before the team departs for the NCAA college basketball tournament in Jacksonville, Fla., on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Temple is scheduled to play Cornell in a first-round East Regional game on Friday. Philadelphia
WASHINGTON - MARCH 21: Lauren von DerPool attends To Haiti With Love at the W Hotel Washington on March 21, 2010 in Washington, DC. Haiti
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 21: Nick Young #1 of the Washington Wizards goes up for a shot against the Los Angeles Lakers on March 21, 2010 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 99-92. California
California Assembly Speaker Karen Bass D-Los Angeles, right, responds to Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signing an executive order eliminating 22,000 part-time and temporary positions and ordered that 200,000 state workers receive the federal minimum wage during a news conference in her office at the Capitol in Sacramento, Calif., on Thursday, July 31, 2008. Los Angeles

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Singer Kris Allen, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, Jordan McGraw and program director Brian Gellerstein with students attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Singer Kris Allen, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, Jordan McGraw and program director Brian Gellerstein with students attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen (C), Dr. Phil McGraw and Andy Davis attend the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen (C), Dr. Phil McGraw and Andy Davis attend the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, singer Kris Allen and Andy Davis attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, singer Kris Allen and Andy Davis attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw and singer Kris Allen attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw and singer Kris Allen attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw and singer Kris Allen attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jordan McGraw, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw and singer Kris Allen attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw attends the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw (R) and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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"And so, when you remove the systems and put in a different kind of leadership, all that will change."


Oprah Winfrey Mar 17 2010 6:31 AM from Philadelphia Inquirer

"I feel that the girls were placed in an atmosphere where they were taught to be fearful and they were taught to, literally, be silenced"


Oprah Winfrey Mar 17 2010 6:31 AM from Philadelphia Inquirer

"I trusted her ... When I appointed her, I thought she was passionate about the children of Africa . . . but I have been disappointed."


Oprah Winfrey Mar 17 2010 6:31 AM from Philadelphia Inquirer

"The problem that I see for any poor soul who wades into these waters on this topic is that you're quickly defined by those with ideological motivations"


Mehmet Oz Mar 02 2010 7:14 PM from Variety

"We can lament the fact that Marcus Welby has passed away, or we can look for other ways to replace that level of connection ... close the gap between what your doctor seeks to do and what Marcus Welby would have done."


Mehmet Oz Mar 02 2010 7:14 PM from Variety

"Larry, the children of 2015 will be listening to the Beatles."


Brian Epstein Feb 28 2010 8:22 AM from Philadelphia Inquirer

"It got green-lit ... It's by the guy who wrote 'Bosom Buddies,' and he wanted me for the voice. But the guy who got it green-lit got fired."


Ron White Feb 25 2010 12:42 AM from Recordnet.com

"I don't do talk shows or go on Dr. Phil's show ... He's a friend of mine, and, no, he doesn't give me any advice. He doesn't give solicited advice."


Ron White Feb 25 2010 12:42 AM from Recordnet.com

"I'm writing a golf book ... It's called '35 Years of Bad Golf and How I Did It.' You know? Chili, scotch, coffee (what, no 'Tater Salad'?) and other ways to beat the summer heat."


Ron White Feb 25 2010 12:42 AM from Recordnet.com

"When I was 20, I used to go around telling stories, and I knew where I was comfortable - onstage, talking, making 'em laugh and listen to the weirdest things ... I liked being the center of attention."


Ron White Feb 25 2010 12:42 AM from Recordnet.com
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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Dr. Phil McGraw and Robin McGraw attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Singer Kris Allen, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, Jordan McGraw and program director Brian Gellerstein with students attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Singer Kris Allen, Robin McGraw, Dr. Phil McGraw, Jordan McGraw and program director Brian Gellerstein with students attend the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: A general view outside of the Dr Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Singer Kris Allen attends the Dr. Phil & Kris Allen 'Little Kids Rock Across America' event at the Central Los Angeles High School for Visual & Performing Arts on February 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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