'American Idol':David Cook released from hospital, on meds
"American Idol" contestant David Cook was rushed to an L.A. hospital after last night's show. He was experiencing stress-related heart palpitations. He was later released with a prescription for medication to lower his blood pressure.
Despite feeling light-headed, Cook went on with the show and was taken to the hospital after his performance of "Little Sparrow" to be checked out for high blood pressure and anxiety.
Hey, who wouldn't be anxious?
He's currently back at the L.A.-area hotel where the "Idol" contestants are staying this season. "He is fine and not at the hospital," another show insider told E!.
Insiders add that another factor adding to his anxiety may have been news about his brother, who is fighting cancer.
This morning, Ryan Seacrest told KIIS-FM listeners, "I don't know what he was stressed about. He said yesterday that his blood pressure was high and he wanted to get checked out after the show."
Oh, but David wasn't the only brave soldier last night. Ryan hurt his knee when he bashed his leg against the metal railings while running across the set. And he also stayed at his host post.
Seacrest told listeners this morning, "That's gonna leave a mark!"
(Photo courtesy Fox)

well... i think its sad that he has to go to the hospital because i want him to stay in the competion but if its for his health then it will be best for him. I just hope he's okay and will return =]
Posted by: Sarah | April 02, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Our blessings to David Cook & his brother on their recovery. I would have to agree with Sarah, where David's health should ultimately be his first priority. The continuum of David's participationg with A.I. always keeps a lot of us wanted more... David ROCKS!!!
Posted by: Umi | April 02, 2008 at 03:54 PM
Be well David, we're behind you all the way, you are our Idol, but your health comes first.
Posted by: jorah | April 02, 2008 at 09:40 PM
i like him he's magnificent...
Posted by: espie | April 02, 2008 at 09:50 PM
David you health comes first in all circumstances i am sorry about your brother it must be hard having to do this all at once with idol, health, adn family i ove you david you rock BEST OF LUCK!!!!!!
Posted by: sandy | April 03, 2008 at 06:21 AM
If David Cook makes it to the finals and performs a Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds song he could win and be America's next Idol.
Posted by: Tim Nee | April 23, 2008 at 06:19 PM
HE LOOKS SO FAT NOW.
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