'American Idol': The Most Successful Contestants & Winners

Carrie Underwood

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Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood was the Season 4 winner of American Idol back in 2005. Shortly after her major career kick starter, she moved up through the music ranks with two major singles, "Jesus Take The Wheel" and "Before He Cheats" both released on her Debut Album "Some Hearts" (2005). Eventually she won three Grammys for that exact album. Since then she has been constantly releasing new music and is now considered one of the most successful country singers of this century. She is now currently married to professional NHL Hockey player Mike Fisher with whom she has 2 sons.

Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood was the Season 4 winner of American Idol back in 2005. Shortly after her major career kick starter, she moved up through the music ranks with two major singles, "Jesus Take The Wheel" and "Before He Cheats" both released on her Debut Album "Some Hearts" (2005). Eventually she won three Grammys for that exact album. Since then she has been constantly releasing new music and is now considered one of the most successful country singers of this century. She is now currently married to professional NHL Hockey player Mike Fisher with whom she has 2 sons.

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American Idol has been birthing some of the nation's greatest singers for the past 17 years! But, the real question that's been on our minds for a while now— what actually happens to these stars after they've had their 15 minutes of fame on the show? Take a look at the next few slides to find out!

American Idol: The Most Successful Contestants & Winners

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