American Idol alumni in film, television and theater

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This page lists only acting roles and other projects undertaken in film, television and theater in the post-Idol career of American Idol contestants. It does not include guest musical performances or interviews on TV shows, or any pre-Idol work. It is also not intended to be a comprehensive list of all acting roles, appearances, awards nominated or won by any particular alum. Where there are multiple entries, only the more significant may be listed. Please see the appropriate links and references for individual alum for such more complete lists.

Season 1[]

The first season of American Idol saw its first and only attempt at expanding the Idol franchise into the film industry. The winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini played the leads in the musical comedy, From Justin to Kelly, but the film failed both critically and at the box office.[1] No further film venture had been attempted in following seasons.

Justin Guarini has starred in several musical productions, including non-musical production of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet as Paris in 2013. He was the host of Idol Tonight and Idol Wrap on TVGN. Tamyra Gray has starred in several musical products including Rent in 2008. Jim Verraros has starred in a number of gay-theme films, while semi-finalist Kristin Holt has forged a career as TV show host.

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Kelly Clarkson[2]
(Winner)
  • From Justin to Kelly (2003)
    as Kelly Taylor
    Nominated Worst Actress (Razzie)    [3]
  • The Star (2017)
    as Leah the Horse    [4]
  • Ugly Dolls (2019)
    as Moxy
  • Trolls World Tour (2020)
    as Delta Dawn
Justin Guarini[7][8]
(Runner-up)
  • From Justin to Kelly (2003)
    as Justin Bell
    Nominated Worst Actor (Razzie)    [3]
  • Fast Girl (2008)
    as Darryl K. Sands
Nikki McKibbin[18]
(3rd place)
Tamyra Gray[19][20]

(4th place)

Christina Christian[24]
(6th place)
  • Celia: The Queen (2008, documentary)
    as young Celia Cruz
  • CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2003)
    as Kenisha Jones (Season 3, Episode 16)
  • Burn Notice (2009)
    as female bartender
Ryan Starr[25]
(7th place)
  • Ring of Darkness (2004, television film)
    as Stacy
  • What I Like About You (2003)
    as Pam (2 episodes)
  • CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2003)
    as Sophia Renatta (Season 4, Episode 4)
  • The Surreal Life (2004)
    as herself (12 episodes)
  • Gimme My Reality Show! (2008)
    Contestant    [26]
Jim Verraros[27]
(9th place)
Kristin Holt[28]

(Semi-finalist)

  • Attack of the Show! (2006–2011)
    Correspondent
  • Dirty Sexy Money (2008)
    as reporter
  • Character Fantasy (2009–2011)
    Host

Season 2[]

The winner of season 2, Ruben Studdard, teamed up with the fifth-place finisher Trenyce and the disqualified semi-finalist Frenchie Davis to star in the touring production of Ain't Misbehavin', the recording of which won a Grammy nomination. The runner-up Clay Aiken enjoyed two successful stints in Broadway in the musical Spamalot. Frenchie Davis also had some success in Broadway, as did Hollywood round auditioner Josh Strickland who starred as Tarzan in musical of the same name.

Kimberley Locke and Kimberly Caldwell have both pursued a career as TV hosts aside from their music.

One auditioner, Amber Riley, starred on the television series Glee.

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Ruben Studdard[29]
(Winner)
  • Lifted (2010)
    as Pastor Johnson
  • All of Us (2005)
    as grown Bobby
  • The Biggest Loser (2013)
    contestant    [30]
Clay Aiken[33]
(Runner-up)
  • Scrubs (2005)
    as Kenny (Season 4, episode 17)
  • 30 Rock (2009)
    as himself (Season 3, episode 22)
  • Phineas and Ferb (2010)
    as himself (voice)
  • Drop Dead Diva (2011)
    as Tyler Callahan
  • Celebrity Apprentice (2012)
    Candidate
  • Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2013)
    as himself (Season 15, Episode 7)
Kimberley Locke[36]
(3rd place)
Josh Gracin[37]
(4th place)
  • The Young and the Restless (2006)
    as Jake
Trenyce[38]
(5th place)
  • Friends & Lovers: The Ski Trip 2 (2008)
    as Unique
  • Dreamgirls (2006, regional)[39]
    as Deena Jones
  • Love in the Nick of Tyme (2007, national tour)
    as Portia    [40]
  • Ain't Misbehavin' (2008, national tour)[41]
    as Charlaine
    Nominated - Best Musical Show Album (Grammy)[32]
  • Thriller – Live (2010–2011, London, European tour)
    Vocalist    [42]
Carmen Rasmusen[43]
(6th place)
  • Fear Factor (2006)
    Contestant
Kimberly Caldwell[44]
(7th place)
  • Wrong Turn 2: Dead End (2007)
    as Kimberly Caldwell
  • Deception (2012)
    as Paige Matthews
Rickey Smith
(8th place)
  • OZ, the Musical (2009, national tour)
    as Tinman[47]
Corey Clark[48]
(9th, disqualified)
  • Primetime Live (2005)
    as himself
Vanessa Olivarez
(12th place)
  • Hairspray (2005, Toronto)[49]
    as Tracy Turnblad
    Nominated - Outstanding Performance by a Female in a Principal Role - Musical (Dora Award)[50]
Frenchie Davis[51][52]
(Semi-finalist)
  • We Are Family (2011)
    as JoJoDean
  • Dumbbells (2012)[53]
  • The Voice (2011)
    Contestant    [54]
  • Rent (2003–2007, Broadway)
    as Mrs Jefferson and others
  • Ain’t Misbehavin' (2008, national)[31]
    Nominated - Best Musical Show Album (Grammy)[32]
Ashley Hartman[55]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Abominable (2006)
    as Karen Herdberger
  • The O.C. (2003-2007)
    as Holly Fischer (9 episodes)
  • Victoria Secret TV (2008)
    Host
  • The Grammy's Style Studio (2009-2010)
    Host
Josh Strickland[56][57]
(Hollywood round)
  • Star Search (2004)
    Contestant
  • All My Children (2007)
    as himself (1 episode)
  • Holly's World (2009–2011)
    as himself (19 episodes)
Bryan Washington
(auditioner)
Amber Riley
(auditioner)
  • Dreamgirls (2016–2017, West End)
    as Effie White[61]
    Won Laurence Olivier Award and Whatsonstage.com Award for Best Actress in a Musical

Season 3[]

Season 3's seventh-place finisher, Jennifer Hudson, became the most successful actress to have emerged from American Idol when she landed a part in the film adaptation of the musical Dreamgirls, and subsequently won a number of major awards as supporting actress including an Oscar. She has since also starred in a number of major films, including Sex and the City and Sing.

The winner Fantasia enjoyed a critically and commercially successful stint in musical theater when she starred in The Color Purple.[62] She also had her own TV show and is expanding into film. The runner-up Diana DeGarmo also found success in musical theater starring in Broadway musicals such as Hair and Hairspray. Eleventh-place finisher Matthew Rogers has a steady career as a TV show host. Alan Ritchson who was heavily featured in the audition and Hollywood rounds pursued a career as a TV and film actor, while auditioner William Hung briefly landed some acting roles due to his exposure on the show.

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Fantasia Barrino[63]

(Winner)

  • Life Is Not a Fairy Tale (2006, television film)
    as herself
Diana DeGarmo[65][66]
(Runner-up)
  • The First Ride of Wyatt Earp (2012)
    as Dora Hand
  • The Fairly OddParents (2006)
    as Cosmo (singing voice)
  • The Young and the Restless (2011 -)
    as Angelina    [67]
  • Planet 360 (2013)
    as co-host    [68]
  • Hairspray (2006–2007, Broadway)
    as Penny Pingleton
  • The Toxic Avenger (2009, off-Broadway)
    as Sarah
  • Hair (2010, Broadway)
    as Sheila Franklin
  • 9 to 5[69] (2010–2011, National Tour)
    as Doralee Rhodes
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014, regional)[70]
  • The Marvelous Wonderettes (2016, Off-Broadway)
    as Suzy Simpson    [71]
Jasmine Trias
(3rd place)[72]
LaToya London
(4th place)
  • Issues, We All Got 'Em (2006, national tour)
    as Chastity    [73]
  • Beehive (2006, regional)[74])
    Nominated Ensemble Performance (LADCC Awards[75]
  • The Color Purple (2007–2010, national tour)
    as Nettie    [76]
    Nominated - Best supporting female - Equity (NAACP Theatre Awards)[77]
Jennifer Hudson[78][79]

(7th place)

  • Dreamgirls (2006)
    as Effie White
    Won Best Supporting Actress (Oscar, Golden Globe, BAFTA, SAG)    [80]
  • Sex and the City (2008)
    as Louise
  • The Secret Life of Bees (2008)
    as Rosaleen Daise
  • Winnie Mandela (2011)
    as Winnie Mandela
  • The Three Stooges (2012)
    as Sister Rosemary
  • Black Nativity (2013)
    as Naima Cobbs
  • Lullaby (2014)
    as Nurse Carrie
  • Chi-Raq (2015)
    as Irene
  • Sing (2016)
    as Young Nana Noodleman (voice)
  • Cats (2019)
    as Grizabella
  • Respect (2021)
    as Aretha Franklin
  • Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas (2009)
    Host
  • Majors & Minors (2011)
    Mentor    [81]
  • Smash (2013)
    as Veronica Moore
  • Empire (2015)
    as Michelle White
  • Confirmation (2016)
    as Angela Wright
  • Hairspray Live! (2016)
    as Motormouth Maybelle
  • The Voice UK (2016)
    Mentor/Judge
  • The Voice (2017)
    Mentor/Judge
Jon Peter Lewis
(8th place)
  • The Voice (2013)
    Competitor)
Amy Adams
(10th place)
Matthew Rogers[84]
(11th place)
Matthew Metzger[85]
(Semi-finalist)
  • All My Children (2005)
    as Duke Buchanan (2 episodes)
  • One Life to Live (2006)
    as Duke Buchanan (1 episode)
Katie Webber[86]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Rent (2005)
    as Dancer    [87]
Alan Ritchson[88]
(Hollywood rounds)
  • Steam (2007)
    as Roy
  • Spring Break '83 (2011)
    as Brad
  • The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013)
    as Gloss
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)
    as Raphael
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows (2016)
    as Raphael
  • Smallville (2005–2010)
    as Aquaman (4 episodes)
  • CSI: Miami (2010)
    as Paul Arnett (Season 8, episode 19)
  • Blue Mountain State (2010–2011)
    as Thad Castle (26 episodes)
  • 90210 (2011)
    as Tripp Willinson
  • Titans (2018)
    as Hank Hall / Hawk
William Hung[89]
(Auditioner)
  • Where's Mama's Boy? (2005)
    as the godson
  • Chinaman's Chance (2008)
    as Ting
  • George Lopez (2005)
    as himself (1 episode)
  • Arrested Development (2006)
    as himself (2 episodes)

Season 4[]

A number of season 4 Idol alumni such as Anthony Fedorov have been involved in musical theater, but the most successful is the sixth-place finisher Constantine Maroulis. Maroulis has been active on Broadway and was nominated for a Tony Award for his role in Rock of Ages.[90] The winner Carrie Underwood made her acting debut in a film by starring in Soul Surfer.[91]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Carrie Underwood[92]
(Winner)
Vonzell Solomon[94]
(3rd place)
  • Simply Ballroom (2008, national tour)
    Vocalist    [95]
  • OZ, the Musical (2009, national tour)
    as Glinda/Aunt Em    [47]
  • Burn the Floor (2010–2011)[96]
    Vocalist
Anthony Fedorov[97]
(4th place)
Scott Savol
(5th place)
  • OZ, the Musical (2009, national tour)
    as Lion    [47]
  • The Lord Will Make A Way (2009–2010, national tour)[103]
Constantine Maroulis[104][105]
(6th place)
  • Rock of Ages (2012)
    as Record Executive    [106]
Anwar Robinson[110]
(7th place)
  • Friends & Lovers: The Ski Trip 2 (2008)
    as Owen
  • Friends and Lovers (2010)
    as Owen
  • Rent (2007–2008, national tour)
    as Tom Collins    [111]
Nadia Turner[112]
(8th place)
  • Lord Help Us (2007)
    as Kayla Brooks
Nikko Smith[113]
(9th place)
  • The Agonist
Jessica Sierra[114]
(10th place)
  • Jessica Sierra Superstar (2007, adult)
    as herself    [115]
  • Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew (2008–2011)
    as herself
Mikalah Gordon[116]
(11th place)
  • OZ, the Musical (2009, national tour)
    as Dorothy    [47]
Melissa Lawson
(Hollywood rounds)

Season 5[]

The season 5 runner-up Katharine McPhee has established a career as a film and TV actress, and starred in the TV series Smash. Eleventh-placed finisher Kevin Covais also has a steady career as actor with many acting roles in film and TV. Other Season 5 contestants who also pursued an acting career include Lisa Tucker. The winner Taylor Hicks had enjoyed a stint in theater, while seventh-place finisher Ace Young also had had a couple of major acting roles in Broadway.

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Taylor Hicks[118]
(Winner)
  • Grease (2008–2009, Broadway and national tour)
    as Teen Angel    [119]
Katharine McPhee[120]
(Runner-up)
  • CSI: NY (2009)
    as Dana Melton/Odessa Shaw (Season 5, episode 20)
  • Community (2009)
    as Amber (Season 1, episode 18)
  • Smash (2012–2013)
    as Karen Cartwright
  • Scorpion (2014–2018)
    as Paige Dineen
Elliott Yamin[123]
(3rd place)
  • The Bold and the Beautiful (2007)
    as himself
  • Lincoln Heights (2007)
    as himself (Season 2, episode 3)
Chris Daughtry[124]
(4th place)
  • Trolland (2016)
  • CSI: NY (2008)
    as Machiavelli Taylor (Season 5, episode 8)
  • The Passion (2016)
    as Judas Iscariot
  • The Masked Singer (2019)
    contestant (season 2)[125]
Paris Bennett[126]
(5th place)
Kellie Pickler
(6th place)
  • 90210 (2011)
    as Sally    [127]
  • Dancing with the Stars (2013)
    contestant (winner, season 16)[128]
  • Pickler & Ben (2017-2019)
    co-host
Ace Young[129][130]
(7th place)
  • Section B (2011)
    as Ryan
  • Grease (2008–2010)
    as Kenickie (Broadway), Danny Zuko (National Tour)    [131]
  • Hair (2010, Broadway)
    as Berger
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014)
    as Joseph    [70]
Lisa Tucker[132]
(10th place)
  • The Hustle (2008)
    as Keisha
  • The O.C. (2006)
    as herself (Season 3, Episode 23)
  • Zoey 101 (2007–2008)
    as Pucci (Season 3-4, 5 episodes)
  • The Game (2009)
    as Lisa Perkins (Season 3, 3 episodes)
  • The Vampire Diaries (2011)
    as Greta Martin (Season 2, 3 episodes)
Kevin Covais[133]
(11th place)
  • College (2008)
    as Morris Hooper
  • Labor Pains (2009)
    as Greg
  • Division III: Football's Finest (2011)
    as Allen Schwartz
  • Touchback (2011)
    as Todd White
  • Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014)
    as Dorky Driver
  • Ghost Whisperer (2009)
    as P.A. (Season 4, episode 20)
  • The Great State of Georgia (2011)
    as Lewis
  • Good Luck Charlie (2012–14)
    as Victor (8 episodes)
Ayla Brown[134]
(Semi-finalist)
  • The Early Show (2010)
    Correspondent    [135]
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2008)
    as The Narrator    [136]
Kinnik Sky[137]
(Semi-finalist)
  • House of Payne (2008)
    as Nurse Jones
  • Hard Rock Cafe Presents (2011)
    Host
Becky O'Donohue[138]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Trick It Out (2007)
    Host    [139]
  • ER (2007)
    as Sophia (Season 4, episode 20)
  • House (2009)
    as Karamel (Season 5, episode 22)
  • Psych (2010)
    as Molly Gogolack (Season 5, episode 3)
  • Minute to Win It (2010)
    Contestant
Brianna Taylor[140]
(Hollywood rounds)
Jes Hudak[141]
(Hollywood rounds)

Season 6[]

The winner Jordin Sparks has taken roles both in theater and film. She appeared opposite Whitney Houston in the film Sparkle.[143] Semifinalist Jared Cotter has worked as a host for a number of TV shows.

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Jordin Sparks[144][145]
(Winner)
  • The Suite Life on Deck (2009)
    as herself (1 episode)
  • Big Time Rush (2010)
    as herself (2 episodes)
  • Team Umizoomi (2011)
    as Blue Mermaid (voice)    [146]
  • Majors & Minors (2011)
    Mentor    [81]
  • The Masked Dancer (2021)
    Contestant[147]
  • In the Heights (2010, Broadway)
    as Nina Rosario
  • Waitress (2019, Broadway)
    as Jenna Hunterson
Blake Lewis[148]
(Runner-up)
LaKisha Jones[150]
(4th place)
  • The Color Purple (2007–2008, Broadway)
    as Sofia and church soloist
Sanjaya Malakar[152]
(7th place)
  • Freckleface Strawberry (2011, off-Broadway)
    as Danny    [154]
Gina Glocksen[155]
(9th place)
  • Ballroom with a Twist (2011, national tour)
    Vocalist    [156]
Chris Sligh[157]
(10th place)
Brandon Rogers[158]
(12th place)
  • Missing Audrey (2010)
    as Ben
  • Bones (2008)
    as Broadway wanna-be (Season 3, episode 14)
  • Valley Peaks (2009, web TV)
    as Matt
Sabrina Sloan[159][160]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Boston Legal (2007)
    as Singer #1 (Season 4, episode 10)
  • Up All Night (2012)
    as Singer #7 (Season 1, episode 24)
  • Gulls (2008, regional)
    as Nina    [161]
  • Princess and the Black Eyed Pea (2008, regional)
    as Princess Quelie    [162]
  • Dreamgirls (2008, regional)
    as Lorrell Robinson    [163]
  • Rent (2009, regional)
    as Mimi    [164]
  • In the Heights (2010, Tour)
    Vanessa[165]
  • Catch Me If You Can (2011, Broadway)
    Ensemble
  • Hamilton (2017, Angelica Tour / 2019 And Peggy Tour)
    Angelica Schuyler[166]
Jared Cotter[167]
(Semi-finalist)

Season 7[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
David Cook[170]
(Winner)
  • Best Week Ever (2008)
    as himself (2 episodes)    [171]
  • Free Radio (2009)
    as himself (Season 2, episode 2)
  • Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (2010)
    as himself
  • Kinky Boots (2018, broadway)
    as Charlie Price    [172]
David Archuleta[173]
(Runner-up)
  • iCarly (2009)
    as himself
  • Hannah Montana (2009)
    as himself
  • Nandito Ako (2012)
    as Josh Bradley    [174]
Syesha Mercado[175][176]
(3rd place)
  • Dreams (2011)
    as Mia
Jason Castro[180]
(4th place)
  • The Bold and the Beautiful (2010)
    as himself (2 episodes)
Brooke White[181]
(5th place)
  • Change of Plans (2011, television film)
    as Sally Danville    [182]
  • Banner 4 July (2013, television film)
    as Desiree
  • Miss America (2010)
    Judge
Carly Smithson[183]
(6th place)
  • Hell's Kitchen (2010)
    as herself
  • Viva Elvis (2011, Las Vegas)[184]
    Singer
Kristy Lee Cook[185]
(7th place)
  • Outdoor's 10 Best (2010)
    Host    [186]
  • Wanted: Adventure Host (2010)
    Judge
  • Goin' Country (2011)
    Host
Chikezie[187]
(10th place)
David Hernandez
(12th place)
  • Ballroom with a Twist (2009–2011, national tour)
    Vocalist    [189]
  • Dancing Queen (2012, regional)[190]
Adore Delano (appeared as Danny Noirega)
Colton Swon
(Hollywood)
  • The Voice (2013)
    Third place (as part of The Swon Brothers)

Season 8[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Kris Allen[191]
(Winner)
Adam Lambert[194]
(Runner-up)
  • Majors & Minors (2011)
    Mentor    [81]
  • Project Runway (2011)
    Judge    [195]
  • Pretty Little Liars (2012)
    as himself    [196]
  • Glee (2013)
    Elliot "StarChild" Gilbert    [197]
  • The Rocky Horror Picture Show Event (2016)
    Eddie    [198]
Danny Gokey[199]
(3rd place)
  • Truth Be Told (2011)
    as himself
Alexis Grace
(11th place)
  • Chicago (2012, regional)
    as Roxie Hart    [200]
Jackie Tohn[201]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Monster of the House (2011, television film)
    as Jackie
  • Memphis Beat (2010)
    as Delilah Boswell (1 episode)
  • For a Green Card (2010–2011)
    as Jackie
  • CSI: NY (2011)
    as Ainsley McCrea (1 episode)
  • Platinum Hit (2011)
    Contestant[202]
  • GLOW (2017)
    as Melrose
Arianna Afsar
(Semi-Finals)
  • Hamilton (Chicago production, 2016)
    as Eliza Hamilton (Original cast)
Jamar Rogers
(Hollywood rounds)
  • The Voice (U.S.) (2012)
    Contestant    [203]
John Twiford
(Hollywood rounds)
  • Jesus Christ Superstar (national tour, 2009-2010)
    as Judas Iscariot

Season 9[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Lee DeWyze
(Winner)
  • Hell's Kitchen (2012)
    as himself
Crystal Bowersox
(Runner-up)
  • Body of Proof (2011)
    as Zoe Reese    [204]
  • Always…Patsy Cline (2013)
    as Patsy Cline    [205]
Siobhan Magnus
(6th place)
Katie Stevens
(8th place)
  • Faking It (2014)
    as Karma    [207]
Paige Miles
(11th place)
  • Beehive - the 60s Musical (2011)[208]
Alex Lambert[209]
(semi-finalist)
  • If I Can Dream (2010, web series)
    as himself    [210]
Todrick Hall
(Semi-finalist)
Jermaine Sellers[216]
(Semi-finalist)
  • Leave It on the Floor (2011)
    as Dancer
John Park
(Semi-finalist)
  • Superstar K2 (2010)
    Contestant (runner-up)    [217]
Chris Golightly
(Semi-finalist)
Luke Edgemon
(Hollywood rounds)
  • Glee (2011)
    as Flint Wilson (Warblers)    [219]
  • The Voice (2013)
    Contestant
Samuel Larsen[220]
(Hollywood rounds)
  • The Glee Project (2011-2012)
    Winner (season 1), guest mentor (season 2)    [221]
  • Glee (2012)
    as Joe Hart
Tori Kelly
(Hollywood rounds)

Season 10[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Lauren Alaina
(2nd place)
  • The Road Less Traveled (2017)
    as Charlotte    [222]
  • Dancing with the Stars (2019)
    contestant (season 28)
Haley Reinhart
(3rd place)
  • 90210 (2011)
    as herself    [223]
  • Hell's Kitchen (2012)
    as herself
  • F Is for Family (2015–present)
    Bill Murphy
James Durbin
(4th place)
Stefano Langone
(7th place)
  • Dr. Drew's Lifechangers (2011)
    as himself    [225]
Paul McDonald
(8th Place)
Pia Toscano
(9th Place)
  • So You Think You Can Dance (2011)
    as herself    [228]
Carson Higgins
(Hollywood rounds)
  • The Columbine Project (2011, regional)[229]
Caitlin Koch
(Hollywood rounds)
  • The X Factor (U.S.) (2011)
    Contestant    [230]
Erika Schiff[231]
(Hollywood rounds)

Season 11[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Phillip Phillips
(Winner)[232]
Jessica Sanchez
(Runner-up)[235]
  • Glee (2013)
    as Frida Romero
Heejun Han
(9th place)

Season 12[]

Idol Contestant Film Television Theater
Alex Kinsey
(Hollywood)

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  12. ^ Guarini to star in 'Good Vibrations'
  13. ^ Full Cast Announced for Justin Guarini-Led RENT at Surflight
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  16. ^ Amabile Angermiller, Michele (February 5, 2014). "Justin Guarini Nabs Lead in 'Wicked' on Broadway". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 21, 2014.
  17. ^ Gans, Andrew. " 'In Transit', New A Cappella Musical, Begins Broadway Previews" Playbill, November 10, 2016
  18. ^ IMDb - Nikki McKibbin
  19. ^ IMDb - Tamyra Gray
  20. ^ IBDB - Tamyra Gray
  21. ^ Neon lights are bright on Broadway for 'Idol' stars
  22. ^ Tamyra Gray & Cleavant Derricks Lead TWIST Musical at Pasadena Playhouse this Summer
  23. ^ [1]
  24. ^ IMDb - Christina Christian
  25. ^ IMDb - Ryan Starr
  26. ^ Fox Announces The Cast for "Gimme My Reality Show!"
  27. ^ IMDb - Jim Verraros
  28. ^ IMDb - Kristin Holt
  29. ^ IMDb - Ruben Studdard
  30. ^ Ruben Studdard Will Compete on The Biggest Loser Retrieved July 1, 2013
  31. ^ Jump up to: a b Ruben Studdard, Frenchie Davis to Tour in Ain't Misbehavin'
  32. ^ Jump up to: a b c West Side Story Cast Album Wins Grammy Award Archived 2011-06-29 at the Wayback Machine
  33. ^ IMDb - Clay Aiken
  34. ^ Clay Aiken Headed Back to Broadway in Spamalot
  35. ^ "Clay Aiken Will Star in Ogunquit Playhouse's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". Archived from the original on 2013-08-06. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
  36. ^ IMDb - Kimberley Locke
  37. ^ IMDb - Josh Gracin
  38. ^ IMDb - Trenyce
  39. ^ Indiana Black Expo Presents Trenyce in the Broadway Musical
  40. ^ Variety - Love in the Nick of Tyme
  41. ^ "Trenyce talks about 'Misbehavin' and Grammy nod". Archived from the original on 2012-03-23. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  42. ^ "Thriller Live - 1,000th Performance". Archived from the original on 2011-09-05. Retrieved 2011-09-13.
  43. ^ IMDb - Carmen Rasmusen
  44. ^ IMDb - Kimberly Caldwell
  45. ^ "Rock N Roll with Kimberly Caldwell!". Archived from the original on 2011-08-23. Retrieved 2011-06-09.
  46. ^ Oxygen Moves Season Premiere of "Best Ink" to Tuesday, March 27 at 10PM ET/PT
  47. ^ Jump up to: a b c d Vonzell Stars in Oz the Musical
  48. ^ IMDb - Corey Clark
  49. ^ "Good Morning, Toronto: "American Idol" Veteran Olivarez Stars in Canadian Bow of Hairspray, Starting April 8". Archived from the original on 2012-10-21. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  50. ^ "CanStage's Urinetown and Canadian Hairspray Among Dora Nominees in Toronto; Former "Idol" Singer Nominated". Archived from the original on 2012-10-21. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  51. ^ IMDb - Frenchie Davis
  52. ^ IBDB - Frenchie Davis
  53. ^ 'The Voice's' Frenchie Davis to Make Feature Film Debut in 'Dumbbells'
  54. ^ Frenchie Davis returns! 'Idol' castoff passes blind audition on NBC's 'The Voice'
  55. ^ IMDb - Ashley Hartman
  56. ^ IMDb - Josh Strickland
  57. ^ IBDB - Josh Strickland
  58. ^ Mayes and Strickland To Star In 'Play It Cool' At NYMF
  59. ^ "5 Questions with 'Holly's World' star Josh Strickland". Archived from the original on 2011-04-16. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  60. ^ Dancing With the Stars Season 17 Cast Announced: Leah Remini, Valerie Harper, Jack Osbourne and Amber Riley to Compete
  61. ^ Photo Flash: First Look at Production Photos from West End's DREAMGIRLS Broadway World, Retrieved August 2, 2019
  62. ^ 'The Color Purple' Ends Broadway Run Weeks After Fantasia's Exit; Movie Version May Be On The Way
  63. ^ IMDb - Fantasia Barrino
  64. ^ Theatre World Awards
  65. ^ IMDb - Diana DeGarmo
  66. ^ Broadway World - Diana DeGarmo
  67. ^ Exclusive: American Idol Vet Diana DeGarmo Joins The Young and the Restless
  68. ^ Jump up to: a b "Ex-Y&R's Diana DeGarmo And Ace Young Co-Host Planet 360". Archived from the original on 2013-02-15. Retrieved 2013-02-11.
  69. ^ Diana DeGarmo Tweets Her Casting in 9 to 5 National Tour
  70. ^ Jump up to: a b 'American Idol' Sweethearts Ace Young and Diana DeGarmo Team Up for 'Technicolor' Love
  71. ^ Diana Degarmo Begins Performances with THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Broadway World, Retrieved May 25, 2016
  72. ^ IMDb - Jasmine Trias
  73. ^ Issues: We All Got ‘em
  74. ^ LaToya London to Sport a 'Beehive' in LA, 9/24-10/8
  75. ^ L.A. Drama Critics pick favorites
  76. ^ Jeanette Bayardelle, LaToya London & Michelle Williams to Star in Color Purple Tour
  77. ^ NAAP Theater Award Nominees 2008 Archived 2011-07-07 at archive.today
  78. ^ IMDb - Jennifer Hudson
  79. ^ IBDB - Jennifer Hudson
  80. ^ Jennifer Hudson wins Oscar for 'Dreamgirls
  81. ^ Jump up to: a b c Jennifer Hudson Headed To ‘Majors & Minors’
  82. ^ American Idol's Jennifer Hudson Added to Hair
  83. ^ Patrick Cassidy and Amy Adams Headline Joseph National Tour
  84. ^ IMDb - Matthew Roger
  85. ^ IMDb - Matthew Metzger
  86. ^ IBDB - Katie Webber
  87. ^ Wicked Broadway Cast Archived 2011-10-05 at the Wayback Machine Name listed as Katie Weber in film
  88. ^ IMDb - Alan Ritchson
  89. ^ IMDb - William Hung
  90. ^ Jump up to: a b Tony noms react: 'Billy Elliot' dominates, Constantine Maroulis surprises
  91. ^ Carrie Underwood Opens Up About 'Soul Surfer' Acting Debut
  92. ^ IMDb - Carrie Underwood
  93. ^ Carrie Underwood 'Worms' Her Way Onto 'Sesame Street'
  94. ^ IMDb - Vonzell Solomon
  95. ^ Anthony Fedorov & Vonzell Solomon On "Simply Ballroom"
  96. ^ "American Idol" Finalist Vonzell Solomon to Join Touring Cast of Burn the Floor Archived 2012-10-18 at the Wayback Machine
  97. ^ IMDb - Anthony Fedorov
  98. ^ Photo Flash: Anthony Fedorov in The Fantasticks
  99. ^ "5th Avenue's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, with Fedorov, Begins Oct. 10". Archived from the original on 2012-10-21. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  100. ^ 'American Idol' Alum Anthony Fedorov in Tokyo: 'It's Pretty Crazy Out Here'
  101. ^ 'American Idol' Alum Anthony Fedorov: How Starring in 'Rent' is Bringing Him to 'A Better Place Emotionally'
  102. ^ "PHOTO CALL: Ben Davis, Anthony Fedorov, Elena Shaddow, Chelsea Stock Star in Paper Mill's Sound of Music". Archived from the original on 2012-11-28. Retrieved 2012-11-25.
  103. ^ 2009 The Lord Will Make A Way
  104. ^ IMDBb - Constantine Maroulis
  105. ^ IBDB - Constantine Maroulis
  106. ^ 'Rock Of Ages' Stage Star Constantine Maroulis Joins The Movie Version
  107. ^ Constantine Maroulis is Alive and Well and Living at the Zipper
  108. ^ The Toxic Avenger aims for laughs and relevance
  109. ^ BREAKING NEWS: Constantine Maroulis to Star in Broadway-Bound Jeff Calhoun Helmed JEKYLL & HYDE Tour
  110. ^ IMDb - Anwar Robinson
  111. ^ ""Idol" Finalists Will Join Rent Tour This Fall". Archived from the original on 2011-02-22. Retrieved 2011-05-15.
  112. ^ IMDb - Nadia Turner
  113. ^ IMDb - Nikko Smith
  114. ^ IMDb - Jessica Sierra
  115. ^ New "Idol" Sex Tape: It Gets Worse for Sierra
  116. ^ IMDb - Mikalah Gordon
  117. ^ 'Nashville Star' Melissa Lawson on her 'Idol' past, Katie Cook's cleavage, and that songwriting controversy
  118. ^ IBDB - Taylor Hicks
  119. ^ Taylor Hicks Signs On for National Tour of Grease
  120. ^ IMDb - Katharine McPhee
  121. ^ Ryan McPhee (April 10, 2018). "Katharine McPhee Makes Her Broadway Debut in Waitress April 10". Playbill. Retrieved November 5, 2019.
  122. ^ BWW News Desk (November 22, 2018). "Katharine McPhee Will Star In The West End's WAITRESS!". Broadway World. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
  123. ^ IMDb - Elliott Yamin
  124. ^ IMDb - Chris Daughtry
  125. ^ Why the Rottweiler is glad he didn't come in fourth on The Masked Singer Entertainment Weekly, December 18, 2019
  126. ^ IMDb - Paris Bennett
  127. ^ Kellie Pickler to make acting debut on '90210'
  128. ^ Kellie Pickler joins 'Dancing With the Stars' cast
  129. ^ IMDb - Ace Young
  130. ^ IBDB - Ace Young
  131. ^ Ace Young to Hit the Road as Danny Zuko in Grease
  132. ^ IMDb - Lisa Tucker
  133. ^ IMDb - Kevin Covais
  134. ^ IMDb - Ayla Brown
  135. ^ Ayla Brown, Scott Brown's Daughter, Gets CBS 'Early Show' Job
  136. ^ Ayla Brown: from American Idol to a Technicolor Dreamcoat Archived 2012-11-08 at the Wayback Machine
  137. ^ IMDb - Kinnik Sky
  138. ^ IMDb - Becky O'Donohue
  139. ^ MTV to debut new Becky O'Donohue-hosted 'Trick It Out' series July 22
  140. ^ IMDb - Brianna Taylor
  141. ^ IMDb - Jes Hudak
  142. ^ "Former American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi to Return on Bravo". Archived from the original on 2011-04-14. Retrieved 2011-05-31.
  143. ^ Whitney Houston in Talks to Star in Music-Themed Drama 'Sparkle' (Exclusive)
  144. ^ IMDb - Jordin Sparks
  145. ^ IBDB - Jordin Sparks
  146. ^ Jordin Sparks Lends Her Voice to Team Umizoomi "Legend of the Blue Mermaid"
  147. ^ Jordin Sparks on her surprising American Idol reunion with Paula Abdul on The Masked Dancer Entertainment Weekly, February 3, 2021
  148. ^ IMDb - Blake Lewis
  149. ^ Blake Lewis in Anime Series Durarara
  150. ^ IBDB - LaKisha Jones[permanent dead link]
  151. ^ American Idol Alum LaKisha Jones Competes on The Winner Is
  152. ^ IMDb - Sanjaya Malakar
  153. ^ Sanjaya Hosts TV Guide’s Idol Stars: Where Are They Now
  154. ^ BWW Interviews: FRECKLEFACE's Newest STRAWBERRY Team Member, Sanjaya Malakar
  155. ^ IMDb - Gina Glocksen
  156. ^ Dish Of Salt: Gina Glocksen & David Hernandez Bring ‘Ballroom With A Twist’ To Los Angeles
  157. ^ IMDb - Chris Sligh
  158. ^ IMDb - Brandon Rogers
  159. ^ IMDb - Sabrina Sloan
  160. ^ IBDB - Sabrina Sloan
  161. ^ Gulls
  162. ^ BWW TV: Upright's West Side Stories: 'Princess and the Black Eyed Pea'
  163. ^ "REVIEW: 'Dreamgirls' returns in first-rate production". Archived from the original on 2012-09-05. Retrieved 2011-07-04.
  164. ^ REVIEW: Regional Premiere of RENT Rocks Long Beach (ends 12/20)
  165. ^ PHOTO CALL: In the Heights Tours the Country Playbill, June 1, 2010
  166. ^ https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Austin-Scott-Nicholas-Christopher-Julia-K-Harriman-Sabrina-Sloan-and-Chris-Desean-Lee-to-Join-First-National-Tour-of-HAMILTON-20180105
  167. ^ IMDb - Jared Cotter
  168. ^ "Jared Cotter — Updates". Archived from the original on 2012-09-11. Retrieved 2011-05-17.
  169. ^ "Greeley scholars match wits against White Plains' best on academic quiz show". Archived from the original on 2011-07-23. Retrieved 2011-05-17.
  170. ^ IMDb - David Cook
  171. ^ Is David Cook Having the Best Year Ever?
  172. ^ "David Cook Will Make His Broadway Debut in KINKY BOOTS". Broadway World. February 15, 2018.
  173. ^ IMDb - David Archuleta
  174. ^ David Archuleta previews miniseries theme
  175. ^ IMDb - Syesha Mercado
  176. ^ broadwayworld.com - Syesha Mercado
  177. ^ Syesha Mercado and the original Dreamgirls celebrate opening night at the Ahmanson
  178. ^ "Once On This Island, With Syesha Mercado, Darius de Haas, Saycon Sengbloh, Opens at Paper Mill June 3". Archived from the original on 2013-01-03. Retrieved 2013-01-19.
  179. ^ ""American Idol" Finalist Syesha Mercado Joins Chicago Production of The Book of Mormon". Archived from the original on 2013-01-17. Retrieved 2013-01-19.
  180. ^ IMDb - Jason Castro
  181. ^ IMDb - Brooke White
  182. ^ 'Change of Plans' starring 'American Idol' alum Brooke White: Squeaky clean TV makes a comeback!
  183. ^ IMDb - Carly Smithson
  184. ^ 'Idol' singer Carly Smithson juggling 'Viva Elvis,' new band duties
  185. ^ IMDb - Kristy Lee Cook
  186. ^ Kristy Lee Cook To Host New TV Show On Outdoor Channel
  187. ^ IMDb - Chikezie Eze
  188. ^ idolnow Twitter
  189. ^ "Ballroom with a Twist to Feature Chaplin, Hightower, Roberts, Hernandez and More; Eden Hosts". Archived from the original on 2012-10-21. Retrieved 2011-05-29.
  190. ^ Hey Ladies . . .
  191. ^ IMDb - Kris Allen
  192. ^ YouTube Best Week Ever
  193. ^ Kris Allen's Career Grows 'Gigantic' With First Acting Role
  194. ^ IMDb - Adam Lambert
  195. ^ Adam Lambert expanding fashion show portfolio beyond just ‘Project Runway’
  196. ^ Adam Lambert to Guest Star on 'Pretty Little Liars'
  197. ^ Adam Lambert 'Glee' Season 5
  198. ^ Nellie Andreeva (January 14, 2016). "Adam Lambert To Play Eddie In 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' Fox TV Remake". Deadline.
  199. ^ IMDb - Danny Gokey
  200. ^ Theater review: Pursuit of 'Chicago' pays off with classy, stylish staging
  201. ^ IMDb - Jackie Tohn
  202. ^ Jackie Tohn To Avenge Her 'Idol' Elimination On Kara DioGuardi's New Show
  203. ^ ‘Voice’ Standout Jamar Rogers Discusses His Past with HIV, Addiction & ‘Idol’
  204. ^ Crystal Bowersox Turns to Acting
  205. ^ 'American Idol' Alum Crystal Bowersox to Play Patsy Cline on Broadway
  206. ^ 'American Idol' Alum Siobhan Magnus Makes Vocal Cameo for Local Musical (Video)
  207. ^ American Idol' Contestant Katie Stevens Starring In MTV Sitcom
  208. ^ Paige Miles Debuts New Single LUCKY @ TheatreZone's 'Beehive -- the 60s Musical!'
  209. ^ IMDb - Alex Lambert
  210. ^ Alex Lambert joins 'If I Can Dream'...will American Idol's loss be Web series' gain?
  211. ^ 'American Idol' Alum Todrick Hall Makes 'X Factor' Debut
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  213. ^ Photo Coverage: American Idols Visit Todrick Hall in HAIRSPRAY
  214. ^ American Idol Semi-Finalist Todrick Hall Back on Broadway in Memphis
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  216. ^ IMDb - Jermaine Sellers
  217. ^ John Park finishes second in 'Superstar K' Archived December 3, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
  218. ^ Superstar K3- Episode 3 & 4
  219. ^ Massey Hill graduate Luke Edgemon will be full of 'Glee' after Super Bowl
  220. ^ IMDb - Samuel Larsen
  221. ^ First Look: Samuel Larsen Returns to The Glee Project! Which Contestant Is Crushing on Him?
  222. ^ Angermiller, Michele (September 29, 2016). "'American Idol' Alum Lauren Alaina to Make Film Debut in 'Road Less Traveled': Exclusive". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media.
  223. ^ '90210': Dixon Gets A Chance To Perform With "American Idol" Alum Haley Reinhart (VIDEO)
  224. ^ "American Idol James Durbin's Documentary Role". Archived from the original on 2011-09-28. Retrieved 2011-08-31.
  225. ^ Jump up to: a b Thursday thread: James Durbin, Stefano Langone, Katharine McPhee and more
  226. ^ James Durbin weds on New Year's Eve
  227. ^ Parenthood Exclusive: American Idol's Paul McDonald Cast as [Spoiler]'s New Crush Interest
  228. ^ Juzwiak, Rich (July 29, 2011). "Pia Toscano to Perform on So You Think You Can Dance". TV Guide. Retrieved March 15, 2013.
  229. ^ ""American Idol" Contestant Carson Higgins Cast in The Columbine Project". Archived from the original on 2011-06-29. Retrieved 2012-02-10.
  230. ^ CAITLIN KOCH IMPRESSES WITH ‘STOP! IN THE NAME OF LOVE’ ON ‘X FACTOR’
  231. ^ Erika Schiff
  232. ^ IMDb - Phillip Phillips
  233. ^ "Phillip Phillips Guest Stars on Pure Genius". PhillPhill.com.
  234. ^ Philiana Ng (January 19, 2018). "'Hawaii Five-0' First Look: Phillip Phillips Channels His Evil Side in TV Acting Debut (Exclusive)". ET Online.
  235. ^ IMDb - Jessica Sanchez
  236. ^ "Heejun Han from 'American Idol' starts fresh on 'K-Pop Star 3'". allkpop. November 24, 2013.
  237. ^ "Alex Kinsey: Road To Hollywood Interviews". January 17, 2013.

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