Look at her now ...13 years later....a bonafide star.. Thanks Katherine for not giving up!

As a Whitney fan, I think she did an awesome job! Her gorgeous tone is enough to do justice to this song. Kat is totally underrated.

Katharine McPhee Is incredible!! Not only for singing such a great rendition but being able to stand there with a smile and not blow her lid when the judges completely and utterly misjudged her. I remember this season very well and the judges didn't give her a fair ride most of the competition. I'm just glad she's done well for herself post-idol.

I love how her eyes sparkle when she sings. she's a favorite.

I think she was absolutely phenomenal!!!

Despite these miserable judges, Katherine went on to be a great star. You go girl! You rock!

Wow, the judges really ripped her apart. She had the last laugh. Married David Foster! Haha! She’s a great singer! 🌟

Glad she followed her heart and showed the world what great talent she has. Amazing voice!!!

This is my favorite performance of this song! Seriously! I actually loved it!

absolutely a stunning performance

C'me on, she did it amazing!!!!

Her and her fathers connection was one of the most emotional things to watch on Idol, ugh tears every time!

She is so beautiful!

the judges were wrong- plain and simple. She is magnificent.

At least David Foster knew true takent when he saw it 😉😍!!!

And then she marries the writer and producer... Good for you girl!

Her Mom and Dad look so very proud, not surprisingly. Katharine McPhee is about to be, hands down, the next America's Sweetheart. She's been that for millions of us for several years. Love you, Kat!

"It was way too big for you" WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN!! She absolutely killed it omg

My gosh, they raked her over the coals. I mean, they acted like she was horrible and she was nothing but awesome. Great performance by a beautiful young woman who took their biased “opinions” with grace and class. Who’s got the last laugh now in 2019?!!!!

Just seeing the tears in her fathers eyes during that performance and then hearing Simons cruel critique got to me. If he regreted it, I can respect that.

so amazing and don't worry about her not winning. I always thought that most of the time the ones that don't make it are more successful than the ones that actually won. and look she's on scorpion a super great show

I love her hidden confidence! She's such a great performer.

She was absolutely amazing and the performance was completely out of this world good! She really deserved the apologies from the judges the next night.

I remember watching it live. She’s amazing

It's amazing they are critical with one of the best singers in decades. She is a star in 2018.

This girl (now a woman) sings so well and she’s so much talented (as a singer and as a front-woman) that It’s not surprise that a Master (I would say a king) of pop music like David Foster fell in love with and married her. She’s not only gorgeous: she’s a very good artist.

She doesn't need to be Whitney to take out this song brilliant ! For me, this was very beautiful and powerful performance....

She's married to David Foster now. I think she got over it and won in many other ways.

I get the chills every time I hear her sing this sing!!!!

Katharine did a great job with this song that Whitney Houston nailed and was so famous for. I really loved Whitney Houston but Katharine did do the song justice!

absolutely stunning

She did phenomenal, judges are crazy

Man, that gave me chills! Absolutely effortless... What I love the most, is that even though it is a 100% W.Houston song, she did it her way :-)

And yet Taylor Hicks won over this amazing voice?! What a sham!!!!

She's AMAZING!!! Katharine, your great, don't let them tell you differently!!!

She doesn't need to be compared to Whitney Houston. She only needs to be compared to 6 other contestants. Aren't they always harping on the contestants to take risks and go for big songs?

This is back when American Idol was worth watching. The judges were brutal and honest. Gave praise when it was due, but let the singers know when they gave crappy performances. Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and the other guy are not genuine and very honest to the contestants as they should be.

I thought she handled the feedback with great maturity, and was a good sport about it.

She has great stage presence as well as a good singer

Both Randy and Simon are over the top here. Yes they idolizes Whitney and to them and many it is sanctimonious for others to sing what she recorded. But I gather the composer of the song would take issue with that from a business stance and you can't prevent others from singing a particular song. No one holds exclusive rights over singing a song.

Awesome awsome version of this song. Katharine has gone on to becoming great singer!

The judges were brutal!

She did very well.Deserved to win it all.

Well done Catherine. You sing superbly. And you married one of my most favourite music producers of the modern times. Pure inspiration as a musician as well. with awesome congrats Swift01 from Durban, South Africa

Obviously the judges are right (especially Simon) which is why she is now on a hit TV show!! I've always suspected that IDOL doesn't really select the most talented contestants and that the feedback given is to create dramatic tension. I mean, come on, Katherine was amazing!!

So I had no clue who she was until a friend turned me on to Smash. She's an amazing singer, and while she sounds great here, she sounds even better now. I look forward to seeing more of her.

McPhee is fabulous man oh man!!!!

the judges just needed to say something negative to a outstanding performance. She was flawless and expressive

Amazing! The judges were on crack... And what's the name of that guy who won that season again? I already forget lol

Para mim essa mocinha foi uma doce agradável surpresa! Melhor que muitas que estão por aí. Sua meiguice é singeleza encantaram os brasileiros.

She killed it

I loved Taylor, but Katharine was a waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better talent xx

Katharine has determination and fortitude, also very polite and positive!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Wow....she has a beautiful voice... There will never be another Houston but, this is American Idol.. judge her amongst her peers.

She's absolutely beautiful in every way. Katherine won in Life.

I think she is singing even better these days! She will be a superstar. Have so loved her on Smash!

She should have won.

love the song well done on this song

She killed this song.

Welp, she took it in pride at least. But I have to say, were those judges expecting her to carry it JUST like Whitney?? OR make it her own??? That’s what I stand by and that’s exactly what she did....made it her own and she KILLED IT! Yes, it was pitchy in some spots but you know, nerves also plays a roll in that as well. I’m a vocal coach as well as a performer and the girl hands down did good. Taylor Hicks....hmmmm....where is he even today? 🤦‍♀️

she makes it her own, thats the point of the show, its not comparing them to already famous singers, they are creating their identity

Simon took the words right out of my mouth!

all i can says SHE SING IT WELL i love her own way of singing...

Wow I just adore this woman...she is so amazing....the judges are smuches...

So amazing

Amazing and so gorgeous. Awe struck!!!

Simon's and Ryan's comments, wtf? She is amazing! One of the best singers out there! Just want to throw it in their faces, because she's amazing in SMASH and everyone loves her!

She definetely has the pipes. Maybe some of the dramatics werent needed but if they could have said that instead of saying she wasnt good would have been more appropriate

Katherine version of Whitney Houston's song was "Awesome"...These clown judges don't know a true vocal talent when they hear one..Now she is famous...

So agree! Love, love, love her!

Best singer EVER on American Idol.

Still blows me away!

The best thing I love about her is how her father looks so proud

Love your deep, rich tone...Oh so nice. I'll never forget seeing you perform this great song years ago... loved it then, and still today. And I think the judges were a bit hard on you. But that's show business for you; you have to be able to take the rejections and get back up and keep going forward, and I hope you've kept-up with your singing. Your an amazing young lady and have lots of talent to share with many.

i love Katharine!!!

Epic Singing, she is the best !

This girl is awesome!!!!She doesn't need to be Whitney...being Katherine is enough.

WOW Look at her now. I bet those judges ate their words knowing she became an entertainer and still touring!

This was a Perfectly Beautiful Performance! The judges were harsh, and did Simon really need to stick the knife in? Brutal Man.

Randy Jackson-a fool. None of the judges have know what they are talking about here. A superstar!

I need to make correction on my comment earlier I meant to say she was "already a star when she step on that STAGE.." YOU ARE ONE OF THE GREATEST KEEP IT GOING LOVE YOU AND THAT BEAUTIFUL VOICE. GOOD JOB DAVID FOSTER AND OF COURSE YOUR FAMILY. CAN'T SAY ENOUGH.

Not only does she have a beautiful voice but she also married the very talented David Foster . The nerve of that panel to criticize Kat the way they did . She's very talented and sounded wonderful singing Whitney Houstons song or anyone 's song . Oh well guys she became a star and I'll remind you again she married David Foster . I'm sure you still regret those negative comments.

Magnifique voix , elle me donne des frissons wouw

She´s really great!

WOW! Such stuff as stars are made of!

i love the song

What was up with the judges? Her "natural voice" and her "false voice"? BS, because I think she showed she's capable of singing a wide range of notes! Katherine did a fantastic job of singing this song! All of you judges really missed the mark on this one, and now Katherine is laughing all the way to the bank. 💃👛

she looks so good.

shes absolutely perfect

Paula was actually absolutely on point. My favorite Katharine songs are always the beautiful quieter ones, just listen to "Run" on Smash, and I don't even watch Smash. The others were way harsh.

she was amazing

Kat ROCKS! The yellow dress is stunning!

Katherine McPhee is The whole package 🎉❤❤❤

That was terrific!!!

Watching this now...the judges are WAY off! She is great with Andre and she has surprised me on "Smash," what a great actress! I think Idol missed out on signing her and good for her for creating the path she has. :)

Still enjoy watching Kat after all these years…

Kat is Absolutely ADORABLE ! and one of the GREATEST Talents of our time ! Paula was helpful ,it's wise advise ! You will notice this Young Exciting Talented Gorgeous Woman Become an Icon and one of the greatest Stars of our time ! Smash is just the beginning ! Keep an eye on this Girl as she will easily surpass all the competition. As for Whitney Houston she was great and will be vaguely remembered as the Pop star that O-Deed. Katharine will not disappoint us She's one of a kind ! Caio !

Clive Davis invited Katharine to the Charity of Hope Fund Raising in 2008. Katharine sang The Bodyguard medley and the late Whitney Houston gave her the standing ovation and praised she has awesome vocals.

Honestly, those judges are full of shite. Just like they were with Haley Reinhart. I never watched any of Season 5, and was just wondering who won. Really? This girl lost? I feel exactly the same as when I was watching the Season with Haley. I am so glad I never wasted time watching this season. But I guess Kat is laughing all the way to the bank, because her career took off like a rocket. BTW, I thought she did a nice job on this song, and how dare Ryan Seacrest reduce her performance to "how she looked in that dress." I got the feeling like they were instructed to tear her down collectively to fulfill some Vegas bet for the other guy to win. Never once did I even think to compare her to Whitney and I really believe it was chickenshite for the judges to throw her under the bus that way. Just sayin.....

Wow. Gracias chicos, esto realmente ayudará para mi examen de español por la mañana. Y yo pensaba que estaba perdiendo el tiempo aquí. Gracias de parte de un ventilador de Inglés.