Kris Allen is going to Disney World!

[Melanie]

New ‘American Idol’ Will Be Seen – and Heard! – in Famous Disney Ad

‘Adam Lambert or Kris Allen, You’ve Just Been Named The New American Idol, What Are You Going To Do Next?’

‘I’m Going to Disney World!’

LOS ANGELES – To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Adam Lambert or Kris Allen will shout the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on Wednesday night, May 20, in Los Angeles.

Camera crews will capture Adam Lambert or Kris Allen’s celebratory pronouncement on the Nokia Theatre stage mere moments after “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest announces the champion’s name to millions of viewers watching worldwide.

Not only will the newly crowned Idol shout “I’m Going to Disney World!” at the spot’s conclusion, his voice also will be featured throughout the ad as he performs the iconic song, “When You Wish Upon A Star.”

And with the same immediacy that has made the Disney spot one of the most beloved commercials of all-time, the newest “I’m Going to Disney World!” commercial is scheduled to air on television within hours of the “American Idol” finale.

Starring in a role usually occupied by sports stars – including Super Bowl heroes and World Series champs – Adam Lambert or Kris Allen will be the second singer to ever star in the Disney commercial in its 20+-year history. (2008 “American Idol” champion, David Cook, was the first.)

The “American Idol” champion’s role in the newest “I’m Going to Disney World” commercial celebrates “The American Idol Experience,” the new “American Idol”-themed attraction that had a February 2009 grand opening Disney’s Hollywood Studios, part of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

“The American Idol Experience” – the first major theme park attraction in the world based on the popular television series – was developed by Walt Disney Imagineering in conjunction with FremantleMedia Enterprises and 19 TV Ltd.

In the attraction, Disney guests are able to experience the glitz and glamour of the “American Idol” television show, whether they are auditioning for a Disney producer, performing on-stage in front of a packed theater or voting for their favorite performance from their audience seats.

Performers who receive the most audience votes in the preliminary shows return to star in that evening’s grand finale show. In addition to their new-found theme park fame, the top vote-getting guest in the finale show receives “The American Idol Experience” Dream Ticket – which allows an eligible holder to schedule a front-of-the-line audition at a future regional audition for the “American Idol” television show.

By starring in the Disney commercial, Adam Lambert or Kris Allen joins a lineup of superstar professional athletes who have shouted the famous “I’m Going to Disney World” line.

Fittingly, the new “American Idol” will make his celebratory visit to Walt Disney World Resort as Disney Parks asks guests “What Will You Celebrate?”

[merlinmagic4]

Should have seen that coming!!

[Ed]

And that guest will be...... Kris Allen !

[Melanie]

Updated article:


New ‘American Idol’ is Seen – and Heard! – in Famous Disney Ad


LOS ANGELES – To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Kris Allen shouted the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on May 20, 2009 in Los Angeles.

Disney camera crews captured Allen’s celebratory pronouncement on the Nokia Theatre stage mere moments after “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest announced the champion’s name to millions of viewers watching worldwide.

Not only does the newly crowned Idol shout “I’m Going to Disney World!” at the spot’s conclusion, Allen's voice also is featured throughout the ad as he performs the iconic song, “When You Wish Upon A Star.”

And with the same immediacy that has made the Disney spot one of the most beloved commercials of all-time, the newest “I’m Going to Disney World!” commercial aired on television within hours of the “American Idol” finale.

Starring in a role usually occupied by sports stars – including Super Bowl heroes and World Series champs – Allen is the second singer to ever star in the Disney commercial in its 20+-year history. (2008 “American Idol” champion, David Cook, was the first.)

The “American Idol” champion’s role in the newest “I’m Going to Disney World” commercial celebrates “The American Idol Experience,” the new “American Idol”-themed attraction that had a February 2009 grand opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, part of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

“The American Idol Experience” – the first major theme park attraction in the world based on the popular television series – was developed by Walt Disney Imagineering in conjunction with FremantleMedia Enterprises and 19 TV Ltd.

In the attraction, Disney guests are able to experience the glitz and glamour of the “American Idol” television show, whether they are auditioning for a Disney producer, performing on-stage in front of a packed theater or voting for their favorite performance from their audience seats. Performers who receive the most audience votes in the preliminary shows return to star in that evening’s grand finale show. In addition to their new-found theme park fame, the top vote-getting guest in the finale show receives “The American Idol Experience” Dream Ticket – which allows an eligible holder to schedule a front-of-the-line audition at a future regional audition for the “American Idol” television show.

By starring in the Disney commercial, Allen joins a lineup of superstar professional athletes who have shouted the famous “I’m Going to Disney World” line.

Fittingly, the new “American Idol” will make his celebratory visit to Walt Disney World Resort as Disney Parks asks guests “What Will You Celebrate?”

[SunnyLee]

First...I don't watch a whole lot of American Idol..but I hear that commentators say on the radio..and wasn't Adam the one expected to win??

Anyway, is the version of Kris and/or David Cook singing "When You Wish Upon A Star" going to be on itunes to buy or anywhere that someone could download it to an ipod???

[ThanxForNoticin]

First...I don't watch a whole lot of American Idol..but I hear that commentators say on the radio..and wasn't Adam the one expected to win??

Anyway, is the version of Kris and/or David Cook singing "When You Wish Upon A Star" going to be on itunes to buy or anywhere that someone could download it to an ipod???

Having watched a few seasons of Idol, I don't know that anyone actually ever knows who is 'expected to win'. SInce the winner is selected strictly through people voting, you never know for sure where the voting will be strong. I think the judges on the show thought Adam would win, but they also have been wrong before!

My personal favorite was Adam, but Kris is also very good and seems to be very appealing to young ladies 12-30 - the demographic that is armed with cell phones, and they know how to use them to vote!!

I think a version of 'Wish Upon A Star' by Kris would sound very good.

[Melanie]

Answered in original article:

Anyway, is the version of Kris and/or David Cook singing "When You Wish Upon A Star" going to be on itunes to buy or anywhere that someone could download it to an ipod???

Not only does the newly crowned Idol shout “I’m Going to Disney World!” at the spot’s conclusion, Allen's voice also is featured throughout the ad as he performs the iconic song, “When You Wish Upon A Star.”

[DisneyPrincess21]

They have the video on youtube now! It is soo cute, And to think I didn't think he could get any more cute and he did! lol. I already have watched it, dowloaded it,and put it on my ipod.
Did I mention how adorable he is? j/k

[Melanie]

Follow the link below for the video.

WebDisney

[CaptainSad]

I think Adam should/was the winner. Kris' voice comes a dime a dozen. He should do well in nightclubs and such. But Adam will be the one who makes the big time.

[KCMom]

Does anyone know when Kris will be there? We'll be there June 6-11. My dd would love to see him!