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- Justin Guarini. Yes, we’re totally guilty of shipping Kelly Clarkson and Guarini as a couple after they filmed From Justin to Kelly. But aside from making a musical rom-com, he released two studio albums, partnered with Dr. Pepper (you might remember him as “Lil’ Sweet”) and even appeared on Broadway, making his debut in the musical Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.
- Clay Aiken. This vocal powerhouse went from winning hearts on the American Idol stage to winning votes as a determined Southern politician. He released six studio albums and sold more than 5 million copies, making him the fourth highest earning Idol contestant.
- Diana DeGarmo. Like DeGarmo's website bio reads, she has "conquered it all and then some." After Idol, the singer and actress released two albums and two EPs, including her 2019 release, Gemini.
- Bo Bice. Although Bice came in second after Carrie Underwood in 2005, he went on to release three albums, including The Real Thing, which was certified gold, and started his own record label called Sugar Money Records.
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- What to Know About ‘American Idol’ Season 21
As of February 2023, there are 20American Idol winners. It’s been reported that early winners’ prizes included a $1 million recording contract, access to a private jet, and a car. Over the years, the prize has reportedly been reduced to a $250,000 record deal with Hollywood Records (per Newsweek). Here are all the winners so far: 1. Season 1: Kelly...
Many second-place winners on American Idolhave also become stars. Here are all the runners-up from seasons 1 through 20: 1. Season 1: Justin Guarini 2. Season 2: Clay Aiken 3. Season 3: Diana DeGarmo 4. Season 4: Bo Bice 5. Season 5: Katharine McPhee 6. Season 6: Blake Lewis 7. Season 7: David Archuleta 8. Season 8: Adam Lambert 9. Season 9: Crysta...
Another season of American Idol arrives in just a few days. This time, judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, as well as longtime host Ryan Seacrest, are headed to New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Nashville in search of the country’s best voices. Fans can watch new episodes of American IdolSeason 21 on Sundays on ABC and Mondays on Hulu. Amer...
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May 23, 2023 · Season 1: Kelly Clarkson (with runner-up Justin Guarini) Season 2: Ruben Studdard (with runner-up Clay Aiken) Season 3: Fantasia Barrino (with runner-up Diana DeGarmo) Season 4: Carrie Underwood (with runner-up Bo Bice) Season 5: Taylor Hicks (with runner-up Katharine McPhee) Season 6: Jordin Sparks (with runner-up Blake Lewis)
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- Justin Guarini. Yes, we’re totally guilty of shipping Kelly Clarkson and Guarini as a couple after they filmed From Justin to Kelly. But aside from making a musical rom-com, he released two studio albums, partnered with Dr. Pepper (you might remember him as “Lil’ Sweet”) and even appeared on Broadway, making his debut in the musical Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.
- Clay Aiken. This vocal powerhouse went from winning hearts on the American Idol stage to winning votes as a determined Southern politician. He released six studio albums and sold more than five million copies, making him the fourth highest earning Idol contestant.
- Diana Degarmo. Like DeGarmo's website bio reads, she has "conquered it all and then some." After Idol, the singer and actress released two albums and two EPs, including her 2019 release, Gemini.
- Bo Bice. Although Bice came in second after Carrie Underwood in 2005, he went on to release three albums, including The Real Thing, which was certified gold, and started his own record label called Sugar Money Records.
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- Kelly Clarkson. Won: Sept. 4, 2002. Runner-up: Justin Guarini. Winning Song: “A Moment Like This”
- Ruben Studdard. Won: May 21, 2003. Runner-up: Clay Aiken. Winning Song: “Flying Without Wings”
- Fantasia Barrino. Won: May 26, 2004. Runner-up: Diana DeGarmo. Winning Song: “I Believe”
- Carrie Underwood. Won: May 25, 2005. Runner-up: Bo Bice. Winning Song: “Inside Your Heaven”,
May 23, 2023 · Season 1: Kelly Clarkson (with runner-up Justin Guarini) Season 2: Ruben Studdard (with runner-up Clay Aiken) Season 3: Fantasia Barrino (with runner-up Diana DeGarmo) Season 4: Carrie Underwood (with runner-up Bo Bice) Season 5: Taylor Hicks (with runner-up Katharine McPhee) Season 6: Jordin Sparks (with runner-up Blake Lewis)
Apr 16, 2021 · Adam Lambert. Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty. "American Idol" has produced 18 winners and 18 runners-up. In some cases, the runners-up have been more successful than the winners. We've...
