Feb 26, 2024 · 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. Clarkson …

Kelly Clarkson won the competition, defeating Justin Guarini, who finished in second place. Kelly Clarkson signed with RCA Records, the label in partnership with American Idol's 19 Recordings.

Feb 10, 2024 · Read on for a breakdown of every American Idol winner and runner-up, along with video of Ryan Seacrest (and Brian Dunkleman one time!) revealing those life-changing results …

6 days ago · Maddie Poppe at the season 16 finale of "American Idol." Mitch Haaseth/Walt Disney Television/Getty Images In 2018, Maddie Poppe was crowned the season 16 champion.

First season -winner Kelly Clarkson currently holds the record for the highest-selling album sales worldwide, with more than 25 million copies, while fourth season -winner Carrie Underwood …

May 20, 2024 · From season one winner Kelly Clarkson to country queen Carrie Underwood, click through the gallery to look back at all of the singers who have triumphed over their competition …

Feb 18, 2024 · Here is every "American Idol" winner in the show's 21-season history and what each has been up to since they won the coveted title.

May 22, 2024 · Season 1’s hosts were Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman. Judges: Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. Winner: Kelly Clarkson

Nov 13, 2009 · On September 4, 2002, Kelly Clarkson, a 20-year-old cocktail waitress from Texas, wins the first season of American Idol in a live television broadcast from Hollywood’s …

Jan 16, 2025 · As ABC premieres for the show’s 23rd season on March 9, let’s take a trip down memory lane of the show’s previous winners. Season 1 – Kelly Clarkson. Season 2 – Ruben …