Explore how 'American Idol' prizes, like cash and record deals, have changed from Kelly Clarkson's win to Jamal Roberts in 2025

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“American Idol” has a new champion. The long-running singing competition series crowned the winner of Season 23 on Sunday, after drawing 26 million fan votes, the most since the reality singing competition moved from Fox to ABC in 2018 after the first 15 seasons.

Despite rumors that she's planning to leave her talk show, Kelly Clarkson will soon have a brand-new gig on NBC.

American Idol has launched stars like Kelly Clarkson and current judge Carrie Underwood, but now contestants are sharing what it's like behind the scenes. After earning their golden or platinum tickets from judges Lionel Richie,