'American Idol' Winners: Which Singer Won Each Season?
American Idol is in the midst of its 18th season, looking for the latest aspiring singer to join its long history of superstars that have gained successful careers from the competition since it launched in 2002.Throughout the show's 18-year history, viewers have seen singers from all genres and of all ages take the crown--and also a mix of celebrity judges helping the contestants through the competition, starting with OGs Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul leading all the way up to the current panel of Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.See below for a complete list of American Idol winners.Season 1The first season of American Idol premiered on June 11, 2002, and a 20-year-old Kelly Clarkson stood in front of judges Simon