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- Kelly Clarkson, Season 1. In 2002, Clarkson became the very first winner of American Idol. Since her victory, she’s released 10 studio albums and won three Grammys from 17 nominations.
- Ruben Studdard, Season 2. Ruben Studdard, originally from Alabama, claimed the American Idol winner title over runner-up Clay Aiken in 2003. Following the competition, he released a platinum-selling album, Soulful, and earned a Grammy nomination for best male R&B vocal performance for his recording of “Superstar.”
- Fantasia Barrino, Season 3. Season 3 winner Fantasia Barrino has seven studio albums, 12 Grammy nominations and one Grammy Award for best female R&B vocal performance.
- Carrie Underwood, Season 4. American Idol was just the beginning for country superstar Carrie Underwood. In 2005, she won the competition and released her debut album, Some Hearts, which featured her hits “Jesus, Take the Wheel” and “Before He Cheats.”
May 21, 2024 · And while winning the series did not guarantee stardom, a number of its champions have become hugely successful, including Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood. Below is a list of all American Idol winners. Season 1 (2002): Kelly Clarkson. Season 2 (2003): Ruben Studdard. Season 3 (2004): Fantasia Barrino. Season 4 (2005): Carrie Underwood.
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- (2002): Kelly Clarkson. Now: hosts The Kelly Clarkson Show (with season 5 airing in 2023); released her 10th studio album Chemistry (2023); added additional dates to her residency at the Bakkt Theater in Vegas for December 2023 and February 2024.
- (2003): Ruben Studdard. Now: made his Broadway theater debut in December 2018 with Ruben & Clay’s First Annual Christmas Carol Family Fun Pageant Spectacular Reunion Show (aka Ruben & Clay’s Christmas Show); released the album Ruben Sings Luther in 2018.
- (2004): Fantasia Taylor. Now: reprising her role as Celie for the 2023 movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple (her feature film debut); headlined The Sketchbook Tour in 2019; currently working on two albums (one of which she says will be a gospel album)
- (2005): Carrie Underwood. Now: released her ninth studio album, Denim & Rhinestones in 2022; launched her Sirius XM channel Carrie's Country in June 2023; extended her Vegas residency, Reflection, through August 2024.
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May 21, 2024 · "American Idol" has officially wrapped its 22nd season, crowning Abi Carter as the latest winner. Carter, crowned on Sunday night, is the first woman to win in four seasons, with her telling "Good Morning America" on Tuesday that is what shocked her the most. One person who wasn't shocked, however, was judge Luke Bryan.
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May 22, 2024 · Studdard took the title after performing his winning song “Flying Without Wings.” Judges: Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. Winner: Ruben Studdard. Season 3. The third season was won...
Jan 11, 2024 · Season 1: Kelly Clarkson. Arguably the most successful singer to stem from the beloved competition series, Kelly Clarkson, came from American Idol ‘s very first season, beginning her journey in Dallas, Texas by auditioning with “At Last” by Etta James and “Express Yourself” by Madonna.
Feb 10, 2024 · RUNNER-UP: Justin Guarini. 02. Ruben Studdard (Season 2) Photo : Courtesy of Fox/Everett Collection. DATE OF VICTORY: May 21, 2003. RUNNER-UP: Clay Aiken. 03. Fantasia Barrino (Season 3)...
