David Archuleta already had singing awards under his belt when at the age of just sixteen he auditioned for the 2008 series of American Idol, eventually coming in as runner up to winner David Cook.
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Self appointed sex symbol of the 2006 series of American Idol, Kevin Covais was to take an early bath after a performance which Simon Cowell described as 'appalling'. Catch up with another of the former contestants here.
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Adam Lambert had already established himself as a singer songwriter and stage professional before becoming runner up in the 2009 series of American Idol. Catch up with another of the former contestants here.
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This guy, who, in our opinion, give the worst American Idol audition ever is totally sincere in his belief that he can sing and is totally bewildered by the response he gets.
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Simon Cowell created a monster success with Britain's X Factor and the program has launched numerous careers. Catch up with some of the contestants in our 'Where Are They Now?' series.
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Britain's Got Talent has been a runaway success and has propelled many to national and international fame. Catch up with some of the contestants in our 'Where Are They Now?' series.
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