Mario Vazquez quotes:

It was an amazing experience to work with Michael Jackson, who is a legend.

An American Idol is someone that has all the qualities that America thinks is positive, attractive and alluring.

I had to focus on some personal areas in my life with the little bit of privacy that I have.

In all honesty, I'm not able to talk about contracts. It's nothing with 'American Idol' in particular, it's just things I really need to take care of in my life.

It's surreal to know my dreams are coming true.

Toronto will be the best Pan American Games ever. As PASO's President, I have said several times that I want to end my leading period with a legacy of the best Games ever; and I am sure we will do it in Toronto.

Everything is falling into place.

I love the sounds of Latin jazz, R&B, hip-hop, alternative, all that stuff. I'm a radio kid.

I don't think it's by any means an end to my career.

I can dance, act, beatbox and whistle very well.

I will always be singing.

I'd like to know how to play the guitar.

I'm excited and blessed.

It is a reality show... this show is never without drama.

My gut and intuition told me it wasn't time to do this.

You can't go wrong with love.