Who Won American Idol?
American Idol is a groundbreaking reality competition show that was a talent search for singers. Every season, thousands of hopefuls auditioned for a chance to become the next American Idol. Every week the judges provide feedback to contestants when they perform, but ultimately the American public has the final say in who becomes the next American Idol.
| Winner | Finale Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Season 21 | Iam Tongi | May 21, 2023 |
| Season 20 | Noah Thompson | May 22, 2022 |
| Season 19 | Chayce Beckham | May 23, 2021 |
| Season 18 | Just Sam | May 17, 2020 |
| Season 17 | Laine Hardy | May 19, 2019 |
| Season 16 | Maddie Poppe | May 21, 2018 |
| Season 15 | Trent Harmon | Apr 7, 2016 |
| Season 14 | Nick Fradiani | May 13, 2015 |
| Season 13 | Caleb Johnson | May 21, 2014 |
| Season 12 | Candice Glover | May 16, 2013 |
| Season 11 | Phillip Phillips | May 23, 2012 |
| Season 10 | Scotty McCreery | May 25, 2011 |
| Season 9 | Lee DeWyze | May 26, 2010 |
| Season 8 | Kris Allen | May 20, 2009 |
| Season 7 | David Cook | May 21, 2008 |
| Season 6 | Jordin Sparks | May 23, 2007 |
| Season 5 | Taylor Hicks | May 24, 2006 |
| Season 4 | Carrie Underwood | May 25, 2005 |
| Season 3 | Fantasia | May 26, 2004 |
| Season 2 | Ruben Studdard | May 21, 2003 |
| Season 1 | Kelly Clarkson | Sep 4, 2002 |