WHERE ARE THEY NOW: All of the original 'American Idol' winners

Brianna MonéMar 11, 2021, 22:04 IST

Carrie Underwood went from reality star to country-music sensation.Frederick M. Brown/Michael Loccisano/Stringer/Getty Images

"American Idol" aired for 15 seasons on Fox, and was later revived by the ABC network.
Kelly Clarkson was the first winner, and she now has a talk show.
Winners Jordin Sparks, Fantasia Barrino, and David Cook have since appeared on Broadway.

"American Idol" aired for 15 seasons on Fox before being revived by ABC.

But prior to its comeback, "Idol" produced a range of talented champions - and many of them are still creating music.

Here's a look at what the original "American Idol" winners have been up to over the past few years:

Kelly Clarkson was the first winner.

Kelly Clarkson has since won a slew of awards. Ethan Miller/Getty Images

Ruben Studdard has become a prominent gospel artist.

Ruben Studdard has been nominated for a Grammy. Mike Windle/Getty images

Fantasia Barrino has had a varied career since her win.

Fantasia Barrino starred in the Broadway adaptation of the "The Color Purple." Frederick M. Brown/Stringer/Getty Images

Carrie Underwood has had tons of commercial success.

Carrie Underwood is a country music sensation. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

Taylor Hicks now co-owns a restaurant.

Taylor Hicks dropped a single in September 2017. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

Jordin Sparks is now acting.

The "Tattoo" singer has been on Broadway. Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for Harold & Carole Pump Foundation

David Cook took to Broadway.

David Cook is another alum who's been on Broadway. Astrid Stawiarz/Stringer/Getty Images

Kris Allen is still making music.

Kris Allen is still touring. Getty Images

Lee DeWyze is still singing.

The season-nine winner has dabbled in acting. Kevork Djansezian/Stringer/Getty Images

Scotty McCreery is now an author.

Scotty McCreery has added writer to his resume. Getty Images

Phillip Phillips had a forced three-year hiatus.

The singer went on a hiatus but is still creating music. Theo Wargo/Getty Images

Candice Glover was the first female winner in a while.

Candice Glover made several milestones during her season. Mike Windle/Getty Images

Caleb Johnson has had a rough go of the music industry.

Caleb Johnson is now in a band. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

Nick Fradiani also entered the Broadway scene.

Nick Fradiani won at 29 years old. Getty Images

Trent Harmon was the final winner of the first round of "Idol."

Trent Harmon was the final winner of the original series. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

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