Some American Idol winners became superstars, while others faded from the spotlight. Here's what happened to those who stepped away from mainstream fame.

From contestants who nearly botched their auditions, to folks who floored the judges, these tryouts from past "Idol" winners ...

American Idol has been a staple singing competition show ever since it started in 2002. That being said, some fairly large names have come out of the show and made quite a career for themselves.

the series tapped one of their most celebrated winners, Carrie Underwood, to provide her musical expertise to the hopefuls. Joining long-time judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, American Idol is ...

Even the "American Idol" judges are prone to mistakes. No, that's not just a reference to Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie's choice of platinum ticket winner in this week's episode ...