A hero lies in who?

Recently-ousted American Idol contestant Heather Cox may not have made the top twelve, but she has a number one fan in season four contestant Anthony Federov, www.tmz.com reveals.

Anthony, you might remember (and I use the word "remember" loosely), is the Ukrainian finalist whom AI producers constantly reminded viewers never should have been able to talk or sing. As a child, doctors found a growth in his throat which required a series of surgeries and, ultimately, an emergency tracheotomy. Not only did this leave a visible scar, another thing AI seemed to love highlighting, but little hope he’d ever be able to use his voice. However, Anthony defied the odds and went on to place third in the competition as well as reportedly win the admiration of eventual winner Carrie Underwood, who was spotted on camera mouthing "I love you" to her towheaded boy toy as he sang. Ewh.

Since winning American Idol, Carrie has wised up and is no longer involved with Anthony, leaving him free to pursue Heather. Was David Radford not available?