Since becoming the first American Idol winner in 2002, Clarkson has also held a high profile. She’s released 10 studio albums and nabbed 17 Grammy nominations, three of which she won.

We’ve ranked the 23 “American Idol” winners based primarily on sheer talent, but with an obvious nod toward their success after the show (new winner Jamal Roberts excepted from that criteria ...

Jennifer Hudson is reflecting on her experience on American Idol and how her surprise elimination left an even more surprising impact on her.. The EGOT winner, 43, opened up about the subject ...

We’ve ranked the 23 “American Idol” winners based primarily on sheer talent, but with an obvious nod toward their success after the show (new winner Jamal Roberts excepted from that criteria ...

While competing on the third season of American Idol, Jennifer Hudson proved her talents week after week. But as the competition narrowed down the singers, she found herself eliminated, making it ...

‘American Idol’ Season 23 Winner Crowned. Host Ryan Seacrest said there were 26 million votes cast, ... Salt-N-Pepa, Kirk Franklin, Jennifer Holliday, Patti LaBelle, Goo Goo Dolls and more.

The 2025 American Idol winner is Jamal Roberts — who joins the ranks of past successors like former contestant-turned-judge Carrie Underwood.. Season 23, which aired its finale on May 18 ...