contestants

Name: Ruben Studdard

Age: 24

From: Birmingham, AL

Occupation: Unemployed

Final 32 performance: Ruben was sixth to perform in the second group of eight semi-finalists on February 11. All three judges applauded Ruben for his take on "Superstar", with Simon adding that he was "what this competition is all about."

Next appearance: Catch Ruben on the results show tonight at 8.30pm/7.30c to see if he gets a place in the final ten.

Who is Ruben's American Idol? Donnie Hathaway.

Why does he want to be the next American Idol? "So that I can show off my talents."

Favourite judge? "Randy. Because he tells it like it is without being rude."