The "American Idol" Rollercoaster: Checking In On the Show's Biggest Winners and Losers

From Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson to Jessica Sierra and Sanjaya Malakar

photo: American Idol Gallery 2008: Chris Daughtry (2006) Photo
Chris Daughtry
Who? Live fan with the rock-radio-ready voice who got an offer to front Fuel after being eliminated from Season Four
Career Peak: Named one of the 10 best-selling artists of 2007 based on the strength of his debut album with his band Daughtry; also scored four Grammy nods and set a chart record for fastest-selling rock debut.
Career Valley: Performed Stone Temple Pilots' "Plush" with a street musician.
Currently: Preparing for the release of his July LP; he debuted single "No Surprise" on Season Eight of Idol.

Photo: Bucci/Getty


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