Proudly repping his hometown then and now, Scripps News caught up with "American Idol" Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard in Birmingham, Alabama, where he's gotten married and started a family.

Jan. 30—CLARKSBURG — He captured America's hearts during season 2 of the popular TV reality show "American Idol" and now Ruben Studdard is headed to North Central West Virginian.

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — American Idol Season 2 winner Ruben Studdard is slated to perform in Clarksburg, West Virginia according to a press release from the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center.