It is a huge shame. After working so hard and getting so far to have to withdraw cos of illness.
I hope he does get other offers because I think he deserves a career in music. Perhaps it is for the best. He has a wonderful voice but if he succeeds without the constraints of the show he will be able to do what music he chooses. The eventual Pop Idol winner will have very little control over his music and how he/she is presented.
Good Luck Rik
