David Cook's Emotional Return to Work

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David Cook fought back the tears on Friday night in his return to the stage after the death of his older brother from cancer.
"It's gonna be tough for me," the 'American Idol' rocker told a crowd in Akron, Ohio. "Hold on. I'm sorry. Do you mind if I sing a different song?"
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In front of about 450 adoring fans, Cook spoke often of his brother Adam, and graciously accepted flowers and cards from the crowd.
Cook broke the news on May 2 in front of a stunned group at a fundraiser for brain cancer research. "I actually lost my brother yesterday to a brain tumor, and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else right now," the singer said. The elder Cook battled the tumor for 11 years.
At the concert in Akron, Cook was alternately cheerful and emotional while playing songs like 'Heroes' and the Fleetwood Mac classic 'Tell Me Lies.' He left the stage while singing 'Come Back to Me' and was followed by his band. According to PEOPLE, he "stood in a hallway with his hand to his face."
A drummer came out and played a solo, and Cook returned inabout five minutes, telling the crowd, "It's been a hell of a week.It's good to be here tonight."
'American Idol' judges have rallied around last season's winner, offering their sympathy and condolences.
"Adam Cook was a part of our extended 'American Idol' family who supported his brother wholeheartedly, even through his own fight. My heart goes out not only to David, but his family as well," Paula Abdul told PEOPLE in a statement.
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"I was incredibly saddened to hear the news. I met Adam Cook a few times at 'American Idol.' He was an incredible guy, and right now my thoughts are with David and his family," Simon Cowell added.
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