
Paula Abdul makes her debut performance as a singer on American Idol.
These albums offer ample evidence why Carrie Underwood is one of the most successful American Idol winners.
David Archuleta signs a music deal with 19 Recordings/Jive Records.

A woman reportedly verbally attacked Geri Halliwell during the Glamour Awards.
Geri Halliwell reveals that she danced to 'Wannabe' with American Idol reject Chris Daughtry.
We chat to the American Idol champion as she prepares to launch an assault on the UK charts.
We chat to American Idol's Chris Daughtry about his rawktastic new band.
Chris Daughtry prepares to launch his career despite being kicked off American Idol last week.
Another competitor is voted off American Idol - leaving three.
Just four American Idol contestants remain after Wednesday night's elimination.
Today: First pic of David Tennant's last 'Who' story - Click in to see a picture from The Doctor's final adventure.
Neighbours: 5772: Lily Allen drops into the PirateNet studios.
Tuesday, 17:30 on Five.
Hollyoaks: 2687: Theresa makes amends with Anita.
Tuesday, 18:30 on Channel 4.
Emmerdale: David punches Nathan.
Tuesday, 19:00 on ITV1.
EastEnders: Pat rumbles Peggy and Archie's rekindled romance.
Tuesday, 19:30 on BBC One.
Holby City: 'Home Truths'.
Tuesday, 20:00 on BBC One.
Coronation Street: John's released from prison.
Wednesday, 19:30 on ITV1.
Our picks from Tuesday's primetime TV:
| 20.00 | Stargate Universe (Sky1) |
| 21.00 | Collision (ITV1) |
| 22.00 | Dollhouse (Sci-Fi) |
| 20.00 | John Sergeant on the Tourist Trail (ITV1) |