Ruben Studdard Weight Worry Claim Refuted

A spokeswoman for Clive Davis’ RCA Music Group – the company that has agreed to produce CDs with ‘American Idol’ winners – denied a Drudge Report claim that Davis has been worried about Ruben Studdard’s weight (reported to be 360 pounds) following word that obesity may have contributed to singer Luther Vandross’ recent debilitating stroke. “It’s a ludicrous slant to put on the story,” said the spokeswoman. “Ruben is an incredible artist, and we would be thrilled to work with him.”