Your messages of support for Susan Boyle

Jun 4 2009 by Debbie Spalding, West Lothian Courier

FANS from Susan’s home town and all over the world told the singer this week “you’re still a superstar to us”.

The 48-year-old suffered a shock defeat in Saturday’s final of Britain’s Got Talent, losing out to dance act Diversity.

Press attention and the stress of the competition were blamed for the star being rushed into the Priory clinic on Sunday night where she is still being treated for exhaustion.

But supporters in her home town of Blackburn said the best thing for Susan is time at home for some rest and recuperation.

Neighbour Michelle McCabe said she now needed her friends around her.

“I would like to say that I wish Susan well and we have no doubt that she will go far, regardless.

“Everybody got behind her and we put up bunting and banners for her coming home, although I don’t know when that will be now.

“She’s needing to come home and spend some time in her own house, but whether she gets any rest there is another thing.”

Another neighbour, Petrone Aitchison, agreed, saying it was time people left Susan alone.

“I hope she is doing well and I think the media is to blame, she’s needing some peace now.”

Support for the star didn’t just stop at Blackburn, as Susan received messages from all over the world following her surprise defeat. Here are just some of the message we have received for Susan.

Eileen Mello from America said: “Please let her know that we are worried about her and want her to get well and that we want her to realise her dream.”

Sandra Fountain from Memphis said: “We are patiently waiting for her new CD collection of song favourites to be released on the US market. We’re also looking forward to her world tour.”

Sue Powell from Washington State, USA, said: "The support for her here in the USA is HUGE and in fact, most of us think it is ridiculous that she did not win. But we don't CARE whether she won or not... we love her voice Aand her sweet, gracious personality.

"If she comes to America thousands of us will be thrilled and welcome her; unfortunately, we will undoubtedly also have our share of unscrupulous media who will try to tear her down.

"But there is huge admiration for her here. She got on that stage and faced down her critics and she DID win... she beat them at their own game.

"The fact that she needs some special rest afterwards ... well, who wouldn't after what she faced? She is one courageous lady, and we hold her in very high regard!!! Many of us are praying for her quick recovery."

Kat McGee said: "I have followed you Susan since the beginning and will look forward to another journey - just get rested so you can enjoy all the new and wonderful things and adventures that are going to come your way.

"I am so proud of you. In my book you did win BGT and you made them all famous nobody in America knew about Britain's Got Talent or Amanda Holden or Piers Morgan so you can pat yourself on the back for having done that.

"I feel like I have known you all my life..and would love to meet you one day and hug you and say thanks for all you have done to lift us up."

Maria, from Mexico said: "Susan Boyle is the real winner.

"We hope you get well soon, Susan. We are worried about you. We want you to know that you are a super star.

"Here in the USA and in Monterrey, Mexico you have a lot of fans."