“Ok I’m just gonna flat out say it … Effie was absolutely robbed!” declared outraged “American Idol” fan Jen W following the elimination of powerhouse singer Effie Passero. “This is supposed to be about Singers! Effie has a phenomenal voice,” she continued. Jen W is not the only Gold Derby reader who believes that Effie was robbed of a slot in the Top 14 on “American Idol” Season 16. See more colorful responses below and then be sure to give us your thoughts down in the comments section.

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Effie was eliminated this week after performing “Barracuda” solo and “Diane” with special guest Cam. “American Idol” judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie cut five singers on Monday — Effie, Ron Bultongez, Amelia Hammer Harris, Shannon O’Hara and Alyssa Raghu — in preparation for next week’s live shows. Effie, who grew up studying opera,...