Went to the American Idol Experience at Hollywood Studios the other day. Had seen cast members "auditioning" people around the attraction and so was fully expecting to see genuine members of the public "starring" on stage.

When the 3 contestants appeared, I immediately recognised one as a young girl (Holly) who had won My Camp Rock on the Disney Channel in UK (she "won" the Idol competition - what a surprise!). Another contestant was a young Brazilian guy who raised a few eyebrows and a lot of laughs with his gyrations to the song "Sway". Only one contestant seemed to be genuine.

Has anyone else had cause to question whether this Experience is genuine? Or am I just a disappointed cynic?