Meet the "Idol" finalists who lost, but went on to win Academy Awards, earn millions of record sales, and tour with legendary rock bands.

When 24-year-old Aiken auditioned for "American Idol" in 2003, the judges were blown away by the power of his voice. Aiken continued to exceed expectations and had a strong voting record ...

Ahead of the 23rd season of "American Idol," it's time to look back on previous winners and see how many actually became ...

In 2003, Ruben Studdard became the second "American Idol." Following Kelly Clarkson would've been a tough act for anyone, but Studdard held his own. His 2003 debut album, "Soulful," reached the ...

The former contestant, who worked as a garbage collector, wowed judge Perry with his rendition of Rascal Flatts' "God Bless ...

After being crowned the second American Idol winner in 2003, Studdard was nominated for a Grammy award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. His debut album, Soulful, reached the number one ...

"American Idol" winners like Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood have gone on to incredible careers. But runners-up like Justin Guarini, Adam Lambert, and Katharine McPhee have also had huge success.