FILE - This May 23, 2012 file photo shows Phillip Phillips arriving at the "American Idol Finale" in Los Angeles. Phillips, who was plagued by serious kidney problems during the singing contest, is recovering from surgery. The operation went well for the 21-year-old Phillips, Leslie Fradkin of show producer 19 Entertainment said Thursday. She declined to provide details on the surgery or where it took place. Phillips, of Leesburg, Ga., will be ready for the July 6 start of the “American Idol” national concert tour, the spokeswoman said. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
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