No Walk of Shame For the Eliminated

Have you ever wondered what happens to the eliminated contestants? Are they kicked out of the mansion immediately? Are bags packed in advance? Is it one of those shameful Project Runway/Top Model/Survivor instant exits?

Your questions are now answered. And thankfully, the elimination process is rather gentle on our Idol friends.

Mark Lysakowski, supervising producer for the hit CTV reality series, says while contestants ranging from the fourth-place finisher to the 10th have to leave the mansion after their ousting (the Top 3 remain until the show is over), it doesn't happen abruptly like it does in some other reality programs.
"It's not like other shows where it's like they have to do the walk of shame out," he says, noting the rejected hopefuls still have to do press the day after their elimination (another contestant will get the boot on Tuesday night).

"It's very actually breezy, if you will. But usually for the most part, they will leave within one to two days of being eliminated from the show."

Dimpled Newfoundland talent Mark Day, who was voted off last Tuesday, was able to stay in the mansion the night of his elimination as well as the following night so he could complete his post-"Idol" duties. He then flew back home to Portugal Cove-St. Philips - on the "Idol" dime - to reunite with his friends, family and new fans.

The article also discusses some fun and fascinating perks that come with the Idol territory. And yes, even their dental expenses are covered. So if you're in need of insurance, get yourself some talent, stat!

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