The consequences of his “American Idol” victory are starting to show for David Cook. The rocker confirmed Tuesday on "Live With Regis and Kelly" that he had a date with Season 2 Idol contestant Kimberly Caldwell.

Cook said he had the opportunity to ask out the “Idol Tonight” co-host during a broadcast of her show last Wednesday.

"I'm just excited because I finally get to actually talk to you," Cook, whose confidence was certainly boosted by his recent victory, said on the show. "So I'm actually going to ask you out to dinner right now."

Caldwell apparently was pleasantly surprised, accepting the invitation and kissing Cook on the cheek. She had been a fan of Cook all season, and he said he wanted to thank her by taking her out.

When asked if he had a good time during the date, Cook said he did and added he would probably hang out with Caldwell again soon.

Cook, from Blue Springs, Mo., defeated tween David Archuleta last week, a result that surprised everyone, as Archie’s victory seemed almost sure. As the show went on, his increasing confidence made him seem irresistible for most of the female public, who probably think of Caldwell as a very lucky girl.