Who won American Idol when Jennifer Hudson was on it?

Season 3: Fantasia Barrino R&B singer Fantasia Barrino took home the coveted title in 2004 at the tender age of 19, beating out Diana DeGarmo, Jasmine Trias and Jennifer Hudson.

When did Jennifer Hudson get kicked off American Idol?

On April 21, 2004, “American Idol” voters sent Top 7 contestant Jennifer Hudson home. While the powerhouse performer would go on to win an Academy Award for “Dreamgirls” a few years later, this Season 3 shocker rocked the “Idol” world.

Who is most successful American Idol winner?

Carrie Underwood
American Idol: Season 4 Winner Carrie Underwood Now: The most successful winner by far, she has released six studio albums and won seven Grammy Awards, 9 CMA Awards, 11 Billboard Music Awards and 15 ACM Awards.

Who won Season 3 on American Idol?

Fantasia BarrinoAmerican Idol – Season 3 / WinnerFantasia Monique Barrino, known professionally by her mononym Fantasia, is an American R&B singer. She rose to fame as the winner of the third season of the reality television series American Idol in 2004. Wikipedia

Who won American Idol the year Katharine McPhee was on?

Taylor Hicks Hicks beat out runner-up Katharine McPhee on season 5 in 2006 with the help of his loyal fanbase, Soul Patrol. He released his self-titled debut album later that year.

Did Carrie Underwood win Idol?

Since winning American Idol, Carrie Underwood’s life has been so much more than “Just a Dream.” The Oklahoma native shot to fame in 2005 after becoming the champion of the TV singing competition’s fourth season.

What did Simon Cowell say to Jennifer Hudson?

Jennifer Hudson won the best supporting actress award for Dreamgirls, and her success has forced Cowell to admit he was wrong. He sent Hudson a message ahead of the ceremony, saying: “What you have done is literally extraordinary. I think you’re going to win and you deserve it.”

Who won season 4 American Idol?

Carrie UnderwoodAmerican Idol – Season 4 / Winner

Who won American Idol 2030?

Just Sam
American Idol (season 18)