American Idol has been a staple of TV for over two decades. There have been highs and lows, but these are the 10 best seasons ...

Don't get me wrong, Katharine McPhee was amazing — but her triumph over the rock star in season 5's Top 4 elimination was ...

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

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 ...

Archuleta's enduring fame works against Cook's placement on this list, as many millennials are still bumping "Crush" to this day. In 2003, Ruben Studdard became the second "American Idol." Following ...

1 — ahead of Studdard's single "Flying Without Wings ... During his season-four audition for "American Idol," Bice told the judges he could provide the "rock," "blues," and "soul" that had ...