There's a bummer of a story about a teen who was killed recently on her way to see a Chris Sligh concert. But VFTW's favourite Big Boy shows once again that he's a good guy and a class act (especially compared to all the self-absorbed douchebags we've seen on Idol) by doing an upcoming benefit concert for her. According to StarExponent.Com...
On Aug. 29, Culpeper teen Kelsey Orndorff was on her way to a Chris Sligh concert in Fredericksburg. Kelsey, 17, never got to see the “American Idol” finalist perform. She died when her car crossed the center line and veered head-on into traffic.
In the wake of the tragedy, Sligh, a Christian singer, became aware of Orndorff’s story. On Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Culpeper County High School auditorium, he will hold a benefit concert in her memory. (click on link for more details)
VFTW's known for a long time Chris is a good guy. Very kind gesture, Big Boy. If you're in the area, be sure to go and show your support.
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azurebird
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Posted: 11/15/2008 at 7:43 PM
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Location: Where I'm supposed to be
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That's terrible Kelsey Orndorff died such a way. I'm very happy the way Chris is going to honor her. Keep that big heart of yours pumping! 
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o_o
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Posted: 11/15/2008 at 8:02 PM
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VFTW's Pimp
Location: Canada
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If a fan died on a way to a Jason Castro show, Jason would ask "Did she have anything for me?" or "Did she happen to own a Mac Book?" Good on Sligh for doing this.
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Pieces_Of_Trash
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Posted: 11/15/2008 at 9:01 PM
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Pimps Up, Hoes Down
Location: holed up in the compound
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^^^ Oh o_O that made me lol. I could just see that him asking "did she leave anything in car with my name on it?"...Sorry. I just couldn't resist it. It is truly sad. But sorry to hear that about of on Sligh's fans. You are good guy Sligh.
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Smartie
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Posted: 11/15/2008 at 9:07 PM
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Anorexia Face
Location: are they ceiling Lauren fat?? :O
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That's an incredibly sweet thing to do Chris, thank you for doing it. I hope it's a sellout.
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Chubarama
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Posted: 11/16/2008 at 1:45 AM
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Location: Livin' it up at the Chateaugay!
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Inspirational. He's still my favorite Idol contestant of all time and it's great to see him not only making the most of his talents when so many other Idol rejects simply fade away into obscurity, but he's also making good for his fans and the people around him. Really awesome.
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melismaqueen
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Posted: 11/16/2008 at 3:15 AM
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What a nice gesture, Chris. I think it's great that her band is going to be opening for you. I'm sure the community will really appreciate it.
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Rebel
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Posted: 11/16/2008 at 3:32 PM
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Location: Hidden from view
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I wish there was a clapping emoticon that I could use on the comment section. Chris,it is nice to see that there are musicians out there who care about their fans. Class act.
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Mugsy
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Posted: 11/17/2008 at 5:26 AM
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Location: And, it DO take nerve.
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I admire you, Chris. Rock on!
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Isuzan
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Posted: 11/24/2008 at 3:52 AM
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Location: IL
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That so sweet of him. My daughter got a full scholarship to the Idol Camp this past summer - and he spent the day there with the kids. Don't think I heard anything about that on any news reports. Guess when you do something good it just isn't good press. He's a good guy.
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