When american idol season 18 wraps up in a few weeks a new contestant will be crowned the winner of the abc singing competition. Tvguide has every full episode so you can stayuptodate and watch your favorite show american idol anytime, anywhere. Ahead of abcs march 11th reboot of the fox juggernaut, we take a. The first season of american idol premiered on june 11, 2002, and a 20yearold kelly clarkson stood in front of judges simon. Will the american idol 2014 winner, either caleb johnson or jena irene ascuitto, become a superstar like kelly clarkson or carrie underwood. In the same way that the first seasons of mtvs real world, cbs survivor and abcs the bachelor were the best, the debut of american idol had all that fumbling, bubbly and charming innocence of new love, where we knew we had stumbled upon something. American idol is an american talent reality television series that first aired in 2002. But, lets face it, there are probably a few winners that you forgot even existed. The show gives unknown singers the chance to win a recording. May 11, 2015 american idol has had its share of winners, first for 15 seasons on fox and now on abc. With such huge talent residing beside them they can be the contestant to appear in the finale of the show. American idol s 17th season premiered march 3, with katy perry, luke.
Postidol, mcphee had some success as a singer with singles like over it and had it all. In case youve been living under a rock, after a two year hiatus, american idol came back with season 16 this year. We rank american idol winners from least to most successful. Aug 10, 2018 the industry has changed, sounds have changed and american idol doesnt produce stars the way it used to, evidenced by the drop in popularity of winners after season 10s scotty mccreery. It is the shows first season to air on abc, after 15 years on fox. Check out all the previous champions from american idols long history. As the sixteenth season begins, heres a look at where all the past winners are today. While we await news on who will host, who will judge and if there will be any changes, take a look.
A complete list of the youngest american idol winners. A year of chunky blonde highlights, the iphone nano, myspace and who could forget season 4. Kevork djansezianstringergetty images before he was the season nine winner of american idol, lee dewyze, then 23, was a store painter from illinois. Host ryan seacrest and all seven past american idol winners ruben studdard, kelly clarkson, fantasia barrino, david cook, carrie underwood.
During the series finale on april 7, 2016, there have been seventeen seasons, so there are seventeen winners. As the iconic competition series is whittling down the competition in its 17th season and second season on abc, et is looking back at all the past idol winners, and where they are now 1. Believe it or not, but the original american idol kelly clarkson won the first season of the show 12 years ago today. Ranking the careers of the american idol winners, from. Check out these 15 past american idol winners and discover where they are now. One thing they all have in common is that they all won their respective seasons of american idol. The industry has changed, sounds have changed and american idol doesnt produce stars the way it used to, evidenced by the drop in popularity of winners after season 10s scotty mccreery. We all know what became of kelly clarkson and carrie. Heres a full list of all american idol winners from season 1 to season 15, the fox hits.
Oct 23, 2019 one thing they all have in common is that they all won their respective seasons of american idol. While most people can sing along to a handful of kelly clarkson and carrie underwood songs idols season one and season four winners respectively several american idol contestants who. The new season of american idol is starting next month, and well soon have a new artist to add to the list of winners. After 17 seasons, american idol is still going strong finding the best voices from across the country and giving them a shot on the national stage. During sundays finale, the louisiana native was crowned the winner for abcs 2nd season of idol. The 10 wealthiest american idol contestants of all time. If you have ever wondered what happened to the winners, then you have come to the right place. Ahead of abcs march 11th reboot of the fox juggernaut, we take a nostalgic look back on the. Before he was the season nine winner of american idol, lee dewyze, then 23, was a store painter from illinois. There have been 17 american idol winners since the show premiered in 2002 american idol s 17th season premiered on march 3, 2019. The sixteenth season of american idol premiered on march 11, 2018, on the abc television network. While the judging panel has seen a revolving door of celebrities, every season. Twenty one year old, carrie underwood from checotah, oklahoma, won the fourth season of american idol.
That said, weve rounded up the youngestever idol winners and runnerups since the show premiered in 2002. All american idol seasons, from best to worst rank season year winner runnerup. The new season of american idol is set to premiere on abc on sunday, feb. American idols 5 most successful contestants who didnt win. A total of 178 contestants have reached the finals of their season. Revisiting every season of american idol the ringer. A complete list of the youngest american idol winners and. During the fifth season of american idol, she made it all the way to the finals and finished, ultimately becoming the runnerup. Jun 21, 2019 over the course of 15 seasons, american idol spawned some of the music industrys biggest stars. American idol winners that made it big page history a2z. Tour our photos below to see who won each season of american idol.
First seasonwinner kelly clarkson currently holds the record for the highest selling album sales worldwide, with more than 25 million copies, while fourth season. She won the fourth season of the show, and went on to become the first woman in history to release four numberone country albums. The complete list of american idol winners entertainment. Each season, the final round of competition features ten to thirteen singers. While some winners came and went from our collective memories, these 10. Tonights episode of american idol is a special episode called this is me.
American idol winners list of all seasons complete list. Trent harmon won the final season of american idols original run. May 24, 2010 all american idol seasons, from best to worst rank season year winner runnerup. Feb 12, 2020 over the past two decades thousands of people have auditioned to be the next american idol, but only 17 have won.
On may 26, 2004, fantasia barrino became the third american idol. Kelly clarkson every american idol winner seasons 115. But in that time, there have been only 12 winners, and since american idol is. With seven grammys, 11 billboard music awards, american music awards, and many more awards and accolades, theres no doubt that carrie underwood is by far the most successful american idol contestant of all time. Will the new winner enjoy more success than the 2018 champion, maddie poppe. There have been 17 american idol winners since the show premiered in 2002 american idols 17th season premiered on march 3, 2019.
This is a video showing the winners of american idol. American idol winner 2020 all season finale result. Layla spring wins american idol second chance during dwts finale 2019. The young mother from north carolina took home the title at. Four studio albums by the group have reached the top 10 on the album chart. Watch american idol episodes online season 1 2002 tv. Bo bice from helena, alabama was the runner up of the season. Kelly clarkson a moment like this season 1, 2002 2. American idol has been at the forefront of the reality tv craze for over a decade, and in that time it has launched careers, given others their 15 minutes, and caused thousands of idiots to believe they might be talented. American idol kicks off its new season sunday, and some of the auditions were filmed in milwaukee. The young mother from north carolina took home the title at the age of 20. And, on may 21 a new winner will be crowned and gain the title of american idol.
See which previous contestants made the cut in the gallery. American idol combines the nations obsessions with music, fame, fortune, and the fickleness of all three to create a masterful reality show. Mar 18, 2019 american idol season 4 top 12 finalists. Kelly clarkson was the first winner, and she now has a. Join billboard pro for access to all billboard charts, plus news, data, and. Some have gone on to massive fame and fortune, while others have faded into obscurity. The television singing competition will make its return on abc in 2018.
American idol ran on fox for 15 seasons from 2002 to 2016 and began a run on abc in 2018. Bobby bones returns to american idol as inhouse mentor. The complete list of american idol winners entertainment tonight. American idol winner kelly clarkson embraces idol contestants at the kodak theatre in hollywood.
American idol has had its share of winners, first for 15 seasons on fox and now on abc. Over the course of 15 seasons, american idol spawned some of the music industrys biggest stars. The show has been on since 2002, with 17 seasons and a host of amazing talent. Apr 29, 2016 as the iconic competition series is whittling down the competition in its 17th season and second season on abc, et is looking back at all the past idol winners, and where they are now 1. On the first season of american idol, justin guarini finished behind og winner, kelly clarkson, in second place. Check out who won every season of the veteran reality singing competition. Jan 04, 2016 american idol has launched some incredible careers. Ryan seacrest continues his role as the shows host, while katy perry, luke bryan and lionel richie returned for their second season as judges. Apr 12, 2020 tonights episode of american idol is a special episode called this is me. And how will nbc and abc air the voice and american idol live performances if hosts, judges, contestants and crew are being told to selfisolate at home. While the judging panel has seen a revolving door of celebrities, every season has been hosted by. Its about time for the season 18 premiere of american idol. He released his debut album in 2003, followed by a.
Ryan seacrest continued his role as the shows host, while katy perry, luke bryan, and lionel richie joined as judges. However, before someone can walk away with the grand prize. After all, she didnt even get a chance to perform on this years. In the same way that the first seasons of mtvs real world, cbs survivor and abcs the bachelor were the best, the debut of american idol had all that fumbling, bubbly and charming innocence of new love, where we knew we had stumbled upon. Mar 11, 2018 11 best american idol performances of all time videos from kelly clarksons aretha franklin cover to adam lamberts take on tears for fears, we look back at highlights from the show. American idol has launched some incredible careers. American idol aired for 15 seasons on fox, and was later revived by the abc network. Bobby bones returned as the inhouse mentor, and acted as guest host for the taped april 8, 2019 episode. Dewyze signed with rca records and released his debut album, live it up in november 2010. Kelly brianne clarkson born april 24, 1982 is an american pop rock singer, songwriter, and occasional actress.
This is a singing competition, you pretend billy joels. If youre wondering what the past 15 winners have been up to, heres a look into their. American idol winner kelly clarkson embraces idol contestants at the kodak theatre in hollywood, calif. To enjoy the best of the show you must have to know who are going to perform. American idol seasons ranked from best to worst metacritic. First seasonwinner kelly clarkson currently holds the record for the highestselling album sales worldwide, with more than 25 million copies, while fourth season. Not all the winners have gone far, though, some disappear and are never heard from again. Heres a full list of all american idol winners from season 1 to season 15, the fox hits farewell season. Auditions filmed at the milwaukee art museum are featured on the idol season.
A year of chunky blonde highlights, the iphone nano, myspace and who could forget season 4 of american idol. There have been 15 winners of the competition show so far. See below for a complete list of american idol winners. American idol winner kelly clarkson embraces idol contestants at the. Like all talent shows, american idol has seen its share of shock wins and drama over its long span. Luke bryan, katy perry and lionel richie return for a new season of american idol. Hes sold the third most records out of an american idol contestant, behind only underwood and clarkson. Thats the choice viewers had to make sunday night on the season finale of american idol, which came down to longtime favorites alejandro aranda, a minor viral sensation for his original. A video montage of all ten american idol winners with their audition, best performance, and winning moment.
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