After 20 seasons of wild auditions, intense elimination rounds and jaw-dropping finales, American Idol is preparing to crown a new winner. In honor of the season 21 premiere, we’re taking a little trip down memory lane.
Perhaps you’re curious to know what happened to Ruben Studdard (AKA the Velvet Teddy Bear), or maybe you’re wondering what Jordin Sparks has been up to lately. That’s why we compiled a list of all the American Idol winners in order, complete with details about their most recent and upcoming projects.