24 Feb, 2023

Entertainment

American Idol Winner: What are they doing now

By FactsWow Team

Americal Idol 1: Kelly Clarkson

First time is always a charm; when you become a first-time winner, you carry that with you for years. Kelly has been carrying that pride for over two decades.

Media Credits: NBC News

Americal Idol 2: Ruben Studdard

Not everyone gets gifted with a sweet voice, Ruben's has such a gifted voice. And this voice has made him excel in the industry for several years. 

Media Credits: Distractify

American Idol 3: Fantasia Taylor

After winning the season 3 Idol award, the 20 years old released her debut album, Free Yourself in 2007. 

Media Credits: Taste of Country

Americal Idol 4: Carrie Underwood 

Crowned fourth idol winner, she became one of the most fantastic singers with multiple successful releases. 

Media Credits: Taste of Country

American Idol 5: Taylor Hicks

He always causes magic on-stage and off-stage he has made magic by releasing a self-titled debut album with Arista Record. 

Media Credits: AL.com

American Idol 6: Jordin Sparks

Named one of the youngest winners the show has ever seen. How can we forget her infamous hit number “No Air.”

Media Credits: Billboard

American Idol 7: David Cook 

Like others, Cook has made some noteworthy debut singles. The singer recently made his way to Broadway and starred in Kinky Boots. 

Media Credits: Mjsbigblog

American Idol 8: Kris Allen

Kris Allen has made some beautiful numbers; apart from music, he is also concentrating on missionary work. 

Media Credits: www.gainesville.com

American Idol 9: Lee Dewyze 

After seeking fame through American Idol, he released his album Live It Up through RCA Records.

Media Credits: IMDb

Americal Idol 10: Scotty Mccreery

Winning the Idol title has given Mccreery the boost to release an independent album and back it up with multiple independent releases. 

Media Credits: The Boot

American Idol 11: Phillips Phillips 

Making history on stage only happens for some. Phillips made that history by debuting on stage which sold five million copies in the U.S. market alone. 

Media Credits: Reality Blurred

American Idol 12: Candice Glover 

Only some get a third chance, and when Candice got that, she made history by winning it. She is now on Broadway and made her debut in 2017.

Media Credits: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

American Idol 13: Caleb Johnson

After attempting twice, Caleb made it to the top 13 and has released multiple albums till now. 

Media Credits: Insider

American Idol 14: Nick Fradiani

Winning American Idol created multiple opportunities for Nick; his recent musical release is “Never Gonna.”

Media Credits: Billboard

American Idol 15: Trent Harmon

His musical journey after winning the title was sleek and successful. 

Media Credits: People.com

American Idol 16: Maddie Poppe

Folk singer to win the Idol title, Poppe won People’s Choice Award in 2018. 

Media Credits: Cincinnati Enquirer

American Idol 17: Laine Hardy

Post Americal Idol, Laine released a coronation song that hit 8th place in U.S. digital records.

Media Credits: Good Housekeeping

American Idol 18: Just Sam 

After multiple struggles in her career, Sam recently released a musical number on September 2021. 

Media Credits: Entertainment Tonight

Americal Idol 19: Chayce Beckham 

Chayce has released successful numbers like “Can’t Do Without Me” in a collab duet. 

Media Credits: Mjsbigblog

American Idol 20: Noah Thompson

A country star everyone loves is now a successful producer of three original songs.

Media Credits: The Sun

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