Overall, despite the truncated schedule and the judges being too nice until the end, this was a solid idol season in terms of. Randy jackson, paula abdul and simon cowell also returned to judge. Fantasia, as shes known on stage, won 2004s third season of american idol thanks to her heartfelt, powerful performances all season long. The seventh season of american idol, the annual reality show and singing competition, began on january 15, 2008, and concluded on may 21, 2008. It started as an addition to the idols format that was based on pop idol from british television, and became one of the. Carrie underwood won the season with approximately 500. Not all the christian singers won, but they didnt need to. American idol aired for 15 seasons on fox, and was later revived by the abc network. Ryan seacrest returned as host, while randy jackson, steven tyler, and jennifer lopez all returned as judges.
And in 2015, she dropped her third album, right here right now. See below for a complete list of american idol winners. Allen recovered and released his third studio album, horizons, in 2014. Season of american idol premiered on january 15, 2014 on fox and concluded on may 21, 2014. Sep 18, 2014 americas got talent found a magical winner for season nine. During the series finale on april 7, 2016, there have been seventeen seasons, so there are seventeen winners. After all, she didnt even get a chance to perform on this years. Bobby bones returns to american idol as inhouse mentor. The first season of american idol debuted in 2002 and has given many christian artists the start they needed. The season was won by north carolina rocker caleb johnson. Caleb johnson won american idol 2014 finale winner and season results. American idol crowns winner of final battle between 23.
A new season of american idol starts sunday feb 16 on abc. American idol s 17th season kicks off this weekend. American idol 2002, season 1, episode 21, top 4 results youtube. Season 9 of americas got talent premiered on may 26, 2014. The third season was won by fantasia barrino, who defeated diana degarmo by an approximate margin of 2% 1. The first season of american idol premiered on june 11, 2002, and a 20yearold kelly clarkson stood in front of judges simon. As american idol enters its 15th and final season, lets take a look back at the singing competitions past winners carrie.
Ryan seacrest returned as host for his thirteenth season. Adam levine and blake shelton returned as coaches for their thirteenth season as coaches, while miley cyrus returned after a one season absence replacing gwen stefani, and new coach jennifer hudson replacing alicia keys. Mar 10, 2018 since taking home the top prize on season 4 of american idol in. Harmon won the 15th and final season of the singing competition. Below is a complete list of which coach won at the end of each. After she won the firstever american idol competition in 2002, kelly clarksons career instantly took off. Jun 21, 2019 as american idol kicks off its 14th season tonight, lets check in with some of our idol favorites from seasons past. American idol 2014, season, episode 36, top 3, caleb johnson. Interscope records chairman jimmy iovine, a songwriter and producer, also returned as an inhouse mentor to work with the contestants on a weekly basis. The thirteenth season of the american reality talent show the voice premiered on september 25, 2017, on nbc.
Season one of american idol was a surprise summer hit show of 2002 and had an. Ryan seacrest continues his role as host, while jennifer lopez, keith urban and harry connick jr. We rank american idol winners from least to most successful. The complete list of american idol winners entertainment. American idol season 19 not renewed yet latest episode aired sun 452020 hawaii showcase and final judgment part 2 season 18.
American idol is an american singing competition television series created. Tvguide has every full episode so you can stayuptodate and watch your favorite show american idol anytime, anywhere. Over the course of 15 seasons, american idol spawned some of the music industrys biggest stars. Kelly brianne clarkson born april 24, 1982 is an american pop rock singer, songwriter, and occasional actress. This time, he was on team blake and came in 3rd place. American idol shock season 3 as jennifer hudson leaves. Snapple continued to be the official beverage sponsor of americas got talent and its products were featured on the show throughout the season, along with their cups on the judges desk. May 26, 2014 season 9 of americas got talent premiered on may 26, 2014. Nick fradiani was one of american idols darker horses this year. David cook from blue springs, missouri won the seventh season of american idol. Later that year underwood won her third consecutive cma award for female vocalist of. The thirteenth season of american idol, styled as american idol xiii, premiered on the fox television network on january 15, 2014.
Trent harmons win received a little extra shine because he won during the final season of american idol, or at least thats what viewers were strung along to believe. The search for a superstar and continued until september 4, 2002. The season four winner of american idol, carrie underwood, has become. Contestants name age hometown season finished ejay day 20 lawrenceville, georgia 1 10 10th jim verraros 19 chicago, illinois 1 09 9th a. Idol 2004 amazingly the top three best singers end up in the bottom. The first season of american idol premiered on june 11, 2002 under the full title american idol. Caleb johnson wins season of american idol cbs news. May 12, 2018 the voice has had many contestants on its stage, but so far just were able to win. David archuleta from murray, utah became the runner up and syesha mercado from sarasota, florida secured the third position. Gil 17 san diego, california 1 08 8th ryan starr 19 sunland, california 1 07 7th christina christian 21. The eleventh season of american idol premiered on fox on january 18, 2012. Randy jackson stepped down as mentor, being replaced by scott borchetta. Between 2012 and 2014, hicks also embarked upon a series of. American idols 5 most successful contestants who didnt win.
Former judge jennifer lopez, who returned after one season absence, and harry connick jr. Rickey minor returned to the show as musical director after leaving the show after season 9 to join the tonight show. His blackbird song was featured in season four of amcs hit drama. Get exclusive videos, blogs, photos, cast bios, free episodes. Ryan seacrest returned as the host with the judging panel consisting of keith urban, jennifer lopez, and harry connick, jr. Weve previously talked about some of the shows champions and their success stories, but here is what. Studdard released five albums since, including 2014s unconditional love, and. 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. American idol finalists jena irene, left, and caleb johnson walk on stage at the american idol xiii finale at the nokia theatre at l. The moment we have been waiting for all season is finally here.
Judges on american idol during season eight from left to right. Brooke whites tears come from the authentic, good soul that she is. Six contestants died in the years after their performances. Caleb johnson, 23, was crowned the american idol season winner tonight.
List of american idol contestants idol series wiki fandom. Caleb johnson auditioned for american idol in two previous years and got cut both times. On may 16, 20, candice glover won the 12th season of american idol. The entire judging panel and host from season 8 returned. Country star laine hardy would be 3rd person to win american idol after being eliminated in a prior season watch. 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.
He went on to release a handful of albums but was ultimately dropped by his label after the ai win, according to. Caleb johnson won american idol 2014 finale winner and. 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. This wednesday, nick peaked, all right when he won idol season 14 over fellow soft. Watch american idol episodes online season 15 2016 tv guide. Luke bryan, katy perry and lionel richie return for a new season of american idol. Underwood has since gone on to become a seventime grammywinning country. Gossip, contestant info everything you need to know about the iconic reality show now airing on abc. The fourteenth season of american idol, also known as american idol xiv, premiered on the fox television network on january 7, 2015.
American idol winner scotty mccreery cited for bringing. Believe it or not, hicks has remained one of the highestearning idols in recent. She also made idol history when she became the first contestant to have an original song featured on the show. American idol winner scotty mccreery was cited for a misdemeanor violation last week when he tried to pass through airport security with a loaded gun. In the first season, the second and third stage of the audition may take place within a single day. One of the buses drove the passing contestants to hollywood, while the other. To this day, we still sing her popular hits, since youve been gone. Over the past 14 years, there have only been 11 judges, which is incredible for a. American idol is an american talent reality television series that first aired in 2002.
The show has had its share of exciting moments, but also tragedies throughout its long history. Playlist american idol 2014, season, episode 36 39, top 3. Episode 10 next episode airs sun 4122020 this is me, part 1 season 18. American idol news, recaps, spoilers, results, gossip, and. Mccreery dropped a holiday album, going on to debut a third record, see. May 11, 2017 idol 2004 amazingly the top three best singers end up in the bottom. As american idol kicks off its 14th season tonight, lets check in with some of our idol favorites from seasons past. American idol is an american singing competition television series created by simon fuller, produced by fremantlemedia north america and 19 entertainment, and distributed by fremantlemedia north america.
Clarkson is considered one of the most successful idol stars along with. Since taking home the top prize on season 4 of american idol in. Crystal bowersox was an early frontrunner during her season and won the hearts of america after competing the day after she was hospitalized due to complications from type 1 diabetes. It could be argued that gabby and caleb were the seasons more commercial and marketable prospects, and it can be assumed that the idol brass and new affiliated label hollywood records want a. The first season was cohosted by ryan seacrest and brian dunkleman, the latter of. In 2014 and 2015, the country singer was named the topearning.
Jennifer you probably wont sleep tonight, but you should, because you gave it your all. Keith urban was the only judge from the twelfth season to return. Ryan seacrest continued to host the show with simon cowell, paula abdul, and randy jackson returning as judges. American idol 2014 top 3 winner predictions, including jena irene, alex preston and caleb johnson. Mar 16, 2019 country star laine hardy would be 3rd person to win american idol after being eliminated in a prior season watch. On wednesday, the 23yearold rocker from asheville, n. Only three american idol finalists are left in the th season of the show and they will have to compete against each other until a winner is chosen. The series moved to abc with its sixteenth season which debuted on march 11, 2018. Mar 17, 2020 nbcs the voice premiered its sixteenth season on monday feb. Watch all 44 american idol episodes from season 4,view pictures, get episode information and more. American idol shock season 3 as jennifer hudson leaves youtube. The first season of american idol premiered on june 11, 2002 and continued until september 4.
Season 4 found one of idols brightest stars in winner carrie underwood, who went on to rival kelly clarkson as one of the shows greatest success stories. The first season was cohosted by ryan seacrest and brian dunkleman, the latter of whom left the show after the season ended. David cook was announced the winner of the competition on may 21, 2008, defeating runnerup david archuleta by a margin of roughly 12. One of the most successful american idol alums, clarkson. Watch all 25 american idol episodes from season 1,view pictures, get episode information and more. Layla springs wins american idol second chance during dwts finale 2019. Her debut album, music speaks, along with her debut single, i am beautiful, were immediately available for pre. It began airing on fox in the united states on june 11, 2002, and ended on april 7, 2016. The fourth season of american idol premiered on january 18, 2005 and continued until may 25, 2005. Colton dixon almost didnt even audition for american idol last season but ended up.
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