Kelly Clarkson

 Kelly Clarkson won the first season of American Idol in 2002, claiming the million-dollar prize of an RCA record deal. Her debut single, "A Moment Like This," rose from No. 52 to No. 52 to No. 52 was ranked 52 to No. 52 climbed to. 1. on the Billboard charts. Breakaway, her second album, won two Grammy Awards. Clarkson was followed by a number of hit singles including "Because of You" and "My Life Would Suck Without You." She is also a coach on The Voice, has published children's novels and hosts a daytime talk show. Kelly Clarkson was the very first winner of the show 'American Idol. The singer went into recording a string of top 10 hits, including "Since U been Gone," and "Because of You." "Kelly Clarkson won the very first season of American Idol in 2002, claiming the million-dollar prize of the RCA record contract. The first single she released, "A Moment Like This," jumped from No. 52 to No. 1 on the Billboard charts. And her second album, Breakaway, earned two Grammy Awards. Clarkson continued to make waves by releasing a number of hit songs, including "Because of You", "My Life Would be Suck Without You" and others. The singer has also released children's books, serves as an instructor on The Voice and hosts a daytime talk show.Kelly Brianne Clarkson was born on April 24, 1982 in Fort Worth, Texas. Clarkson was a graduate of Burleson High School in 2000 and was a member of the school choir. After graduating, she relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a music-related career. While juggling a number of odd jobs Clarkson made a few television appearances and eventually landed the position of an actress and vocalist for songwriter Gerry Goffin. Her disappointment was caused by unfortunate circumstances but returned to Texas soon after. Clarkson was among 10,000 contestants of American Idol in 2002 after an acquaintance mentioned the show to her.