From Deseret News archives:
Quotable — Fans of David Archuleta
"Twelve million?!!" — Skippy Jessop, 30 a fan
"I feel bad for him. I couldn't believe it." — Ryan Mayfield, Taylorsville
"Now maybe he can lead more of a normal life. Nothing is going to change David". — Shawna Sutton, friend of Archuleta family
"The mark he left is untouchable and unforgettable. He is going to keep in people's minds." — Sandi Nelson, Saratoga Springs
"He blew everyone out of the water. He gave it his all. He's awesome." — Mary Bevan, Bluffdale
"I had four little girls at my house, up until midnight, voting." — Debbie Tetz, Cottonwood Heights
"She watched the first "American Idol" until the one right now". — Taylor Cummens, 12, Lehi
"He's the best singer ever. He's adorable. His eyes sparkle". — Ashley Labrum, 13, a fan
"He sings with heart and soul, not with his throat and all raspy." — Heidi Hardman, Pleasant Grove
"He has a beautiful voice. That David Cook has nothing." — Whitney Peck, Coalville
"No matter what happens, he is triumphant." — Wilfredo Mayorga, David Archuleta's grandfather, before the announcement
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