Ruben Studdard Velvet Teddy Bear took season two but was dumped by his label last year.
Taylor Hicks Season five winner also later lost his record deal. On to Broadway!
Real Champ David Archuleta Tween heartthrob is like the next Josh Groban—but with louder groupies.
Clay Aiken He might be odd, but his fans adore him. He’s sold 5 million albums.
Chris Daughtry He finished fourth on the show, but he had the No. 1 CD of last year.
