Kelly Clarkson The First Ever American Idol

[@colleenf620]

Agreed. She made that show. What a talent. She is literally a legend with her voice.

[@drunkydrunk2351]

ikr!! like amazing!

[@kriped]

How did she do in World idol?

[@timothyhollmann8571]

I agree with Simon, without Kelly s talent shining, those 4 hack judges would have had to go to a diff gig....

[@alexanderbemar2637]

With her beautiful looks too! 🎉

[@Marvi550]

@@kriped nobody knows nor gives a 💩 about her in Europe or any other continent for that matter beside us lol

[@jacobford7831]

She not only changed her life on that audition day, she also completely legitimized the show. She showed the world the spark of what “could be” for anyone that has faith and dares to try.

[@Person-mh6xq]

💯!

[@mitchliam974]

Fursho

[@Kitchie26]

The voice never had successful winner.

[@ljb5163]

@@Kitchie26I mean Melanie Martinez became successful but it was years after she was on the show.

[@AsianCultureEnthusiast]

She’s what the show was all about, an American Idol. It was her dream, her journey, her win, that made the suceeding seasons possible and made more people dream bigger. She’s a legend.

[@drunkydrunk2351]

A Legend in her time and it's wonderful!!

[@kriped]

How did she do in World idol?

[@bernieudo4399]

A true rags to riches story which defied cynics. Music industry A & Rs dismissed show as a gimmick & prob even AI producers set low expectations. But greatness rises to the top. She was ready for the spotlight. The best is yet to come.

[@cantwait25]

Unlike today… Even if you can’t sing… it’s all about the story now… I miss the good old Idol!

[@ShawnElliot-p3v]

I watched her win in a hospital bed while doctors told me I was dying from AIDS. I’m still alive and healthy and her career is too. Thank you Kelly for giving me hope. Singing that song gave me hope and my life ❤

[@coco-on60fps54]

💪🙏💕

[@raheezamajeed9664]

I’m glad you’re still with us ❤

[@Enoughalready20237]

So proud of you for proving those doctors wrong!

[@adrianarnold1239]

Awesome! You're here with.... Amen. Amen. Amen❤❤❤

[@Mass3ra]

Damn, bro I got chills reading this, glad you’re still with us 💪🏾❤

[@mrsmack5808]

It's insane how hearing that song immediately transported me back to my teen years and a mix of emotions rushed back so fast.

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

It made me feel 5 again

[@SakinahPalmer]

I felt the same way. That song was and is so beautiful . Took me back.

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

Wow. Old

[@soogaboogabdjsnxg]

Same here. Brought me right back to my parents couch watching her win and crying I was so happy for her 😭

[@jia-linritchie2959]

Omg same I started cryinngggg

[@arbeljohn6939]

Been 20 years, and still THE American Idol. ❤❤❤

[@zonk35]

Kelly Clarkson is just that person who has always been humble, kind, and not only avoids controversy, but she’s damn near impenetrable to it!!!

[@TheMotherofTacos]

She had a huge controversy in the Jane Austen community when she bought a ring that belonged to the late author to use as her engagement ring 😂😂😂

[@shakurwright2522]

@@TheMotherofTacosThat’s all??????? The woman is a SAINT 😭😭😭😭

[@michaelharkins4309]

⁠​⁠@@TheMotherofTacos I would hardly call it a "huge" controversy. The item should have been offered to the Jane Austen Museum without ever being sold at auction (in the first place). That said, Kelly readily and graciously gave up the ring simply recouping the auction price she paid. “The ring is a beautiful national treasure and I am happy to know that so many Jane Austen fans will get to see it at Jane Austen’s House Museum,” she said.

[@Burt_MacklinJr]

@@TheMotherofTacosso she legitimately and legally bought something that was owned once by someone famous? Good thing no one knows about the second hand lamp I bought from a garage sale.

[@nazrulashraff6114]

She paved the wayyyy. Not just for american idol but also for other song competition around the globe. Kweenn

[@newslover101]

Love her. Still do 20 years later.

[@NamelessGrace]

Omg it’s been 20 years?! I feel so old!

[@Pureconception]

Oof- never realized.... but yea gahdang

[@tomaszwota1465]

I don't even know who she is.

[@alexandraanderson3988]

​@@tomaszwota1465 What do you mean you don't know who she is Kelly Clarkson lmaooo 😅😊 it's still the same person she was several years ago unless your not a fan or didn't watch American idol back in the day I guess 😮😢

[@shannoncraig2147]

@@tomaszwota1465She’s Kelly Clarkson! The first American Idol winner!

[@Socialmedia2425]

moment like this🎶🎵💖Kelly Clarkson, you're so naturally AWESOME.

[@sady1139]

I love that Simon said that, many wouldn’t for some reason, but it’s so definitely true

[@hiramrobles3533]

She’s the power house that started it all and still going on stronger than ever

[@analisaduran5338]

Amazing. To reach that level of greatness so much so that she gets to casually sit next to the people that helped changed her life is nothing but amazing.

[@candicedice8605]

her voice changed her life

[@approx4ft]

On her talk show no less

[@shelliminton7201]

I love the human that she is

[@stephaniemartin8301]

I totally agree! She is a precious human!

[@andrewrayson7775]

I love Kelly true believer she made America idol for the world to watch next seasons people trying out for it ❤❤❤

[@hollycline5931]

I was about 9 when I watched Kelly and I absolutely believe she set the tone for all of the following seasons and was the absolute best season yet. I remember my whole family gathering to watch her and vote for Kelly Clarkson. She always has been and will always be my idol.❤

[@hollycline5931]

Came to post what I had already posted. Kelly will always be my true America idol.

[@daaanxii]

What a full circle moment!

[@Whynotcreate]

I remember being a little girl and watching her winning performance and crying. It was so special and heart warming. One of my favourite memories

[@ellaizcool]

omg crazy we have the same name and i have so many memories of cheering her on during american idol when i was little ! my mom ended up winning tickets to her concert when i was 6 and i yelled out her name and she waved right at me omg made me so happy

[@lindseyhernandez28]

Same ❤️

[@douglaschoi3677]

She IS the American Idol 👏

[@denisemarie3734]

Her voice Gives me the chills she is so amazing. And sweet to boot!

[@mrqs1549]

I agree with Simon. We choose Kelly and she never disappointed us. Still sweet, funny and singing better than ever.

[@SS_DT]

Yep. I absolutely believe that's true. She had such a friendly aura, and everyone wanted to see her succeed.

[@melody-gi9mq]

Kelly is the best American Idol..i remember how i cried when she won..the most epic and legendary winner

[@Tonya_Lynn]

And I was watching live back then! I love her!!

[@donnastacy7639]

She deserves all. Such a multi talented gal, love her being hersel😍f , been through alot

[@francesmartinez1953]

Totally agree! You're the best Kelly Clarkson!! Love you ❤❤🙏🙏

[@boeyou4310]

I'm not sure if you want me and you are you still up to it but I don't know how much to do that I

[@kaelimorgan6769]

I remember the good old days of American Idol. She's gotten so successful. It's awesome to see someone from that show make it so far and big. Good for her!

[@mamabear619isalpha8]

And she is still very humble! She remembers the 'before I was a star ' and stays true to herself AND her fans!!

[@cathiesmith0812]

I can really relate to you Kelly Clarkson. Thank you so much for your songs. God bless you and your family.

[@ALFREDORODRIGUEZ-ee2kl]

I love Kelly Clarkson. She's very beautiful and gorgeous and a very amazing mom. My hat comes off to you. May God always bless you 🙏 always and your family as well

[@schandrikawilliams2792]

I remember how emotional it was to see her win. The IDOL show doesn’t move me like it did in the first few years ❤

[@davidastete6673]

And a Grammy Winner

[@gayleneville5354]

This was #1 song for me soooo long the next few yrs after ! Gosh I can't believe it's been 20 frigging yrs !

[@tonicirone7390]

Kelly Clarkson was awesome . She made the show a super show fir others to follow …. What a voice . We love you Kelly.

[@cordelianoelle3644]

NO truer words have come out of Simon's mouth, and this man isn't usually wrong when it comes to a person's talent.

[@Jessandfam6]

I honestly never get tired of telling my kids that Kelly was the 1st American idol every time we hear one of her songs 😅❤

[@Goodie2shoes-lb9jf]

She is the epitome of an amazingly, beautiful woman,mother, singer, coach, human. Even through adversity she's shown she's human and makes no apologies for it, and falls down and gets the hell back up with a song and a smile. Inspirational for ALL girls and women.

[@earthlingua]

She was such a sensation, we always loved singing along to this song!

[@Pnut0408]

I still get goosebumps watching the flash back and A Moment Like This. 💕

[@empath2005]

I agree 👍 he couldn't have said it better this made me cry

[@Maryjolisa]

Well, they wouldn’t be. They wouldn’t be on the Kelly clarkson show if she hadn’t entered. He’s spittin facts.

[@autk]

Broke the mold. Living legend.

[@laurenmarie6880]

I still remember when she won just like it was yesterday. She is and will always be my favorite!

[@lewisedwards4058]

1000% True. She is the essence of an American music icon. Real, honest, relatable background, incredibly loves le personality- just stellar.

[@marciacopeland5758]

Love your voice. Love ur heart even more. God bless u baby.

[@dacronic1646]

Kelly and Carrie underwood are the biggest stars that won. Then there’s Jennifer Hudson who didn’t win but still became an A list star and an Oscar winner.

[@TheRomanRonin]

I still listen to her music shes amazing

[@lanzwildheart4878]

The most successful winner of American idol. Not an ounce of doubt of her as the first winner. She deserves every success she has right now.👏👏👏😍😍😍

[@tinadumaguing9679]

Actually Carrie Underwood is the most successful from American Idol.

[@lanzwildheart4878]

@@tinadumaguing9679 that's your opinion. Mine is Kelly.

[@tinadumaguing9679]

@@lanzwildheart4878 Carrie Underwoods net worth is 140 million. Kelly Clarksons net worth is 45 million. Not my opinion those are the facts! I personally like Kelly Clarkson more but facts are facts!

[@kaylee5438]

@@tinadumaguing9679 but you could also say Kelly is more successful because she has more #1s. She’s the only American Idol to achieve over 100. And she did it in 2017 or 2018

[@kaylee5438]

@@tinadumaguing9679 Carrie has sold 70 million records WW not 140m Also, Kelly has a better PLT/GLD album ratio than Carrie. Of 9 albums each, Carrie has 5 (4 plt x 1 gld) and Kelly has 8 (5 plt x 3).

[@hisjewell7649]

Kelly, Ur Such a Blessing to so many people. Your really special. Bravo!!!

[@dhlz26]

Idk why some people dont like simon because of his brutal honesty...

[@winterhudehhjvmv1651]

Kelly Clarkson deserves every accolade bestowed upon her. Lovely lovely human

[@shannonwilson9790]

Fact. This was when talent mattered.

[@donnasuedkamp-keen4614]

I agree Simon. I knew when she opened her mouth for that audition we had a winner!!! Love Kelly!!! 🥰🥰

[@bitofbrownshuga3061]

When you couldn't wait for the next show each week, you heard that intro music and everyone ran to the living room. The audience at home got to participate. We voted for Kelly, and we still love her. ❤️

[@KCFarms910]

She’s unbelievable and so talented ❤my favorite American idol!

[@Eleven1of1]

Agreed! Iconic ✨✨

[@ralphjason6720]

The good old day's. It seems like yesterday. Kelly is so well mannered and she is the most successful person from American Idol. I remember when Kelly won American Idol ... I cried when she sang; for a moment like this. ❤

[@cmno89]

Sure wouldn’t be! Simon is right!

[@cruizen4u]

I saw with my mom. We were screaming when Kelly won. We loved her then. We love her still. 💜💜

[@txsweetie03]

Simon is totally correct! She made the show what it is today! She is my American Idol!

[@allaboutmyfaves4299]

I love kelly! 🥲😭 She’s my childhood idol, always singing his songs and loving her voice, ❤️

[@yongminkim6544]

My gosh.. that song... such memories...

[@rebeccawall9120]

She set the bar from the very beginning. Own it, Kelly! 💞

[@soaribb32]

Not just her voice but her personality too, her first audition is TV gold.

[@bicknell67]

Her season was legendary

[@CarmenRoman-ye8sh]

Kelly Clarkson, an amazing singer and a wonderful person❤❤❤❤❤

[@whatabrick9155]

So very true

[@britthickey6337]

I agree with Simon @kellyclarkson has a gift. She made that show.

[@jennifercross3043]

I Agree Now, even though back then I was Rooting for Nikki McKibbon. I am from the DFW Metro Area. There was literally a Voting War Going On In The Garland Area where Kelly is from & The Grand Prairie & Arlington Area's where Nikki is from. Nikki was friends with my baby sister when they were about 12 or 13 years old so of course my family Supported her through the whole Journey! My Sister Went with her to American Idol Auditions. Nikki tried to get her to Audition too but she wouldn't do it. I used to 💜 to sit and listen to the 2 of them sing their hearts out. RIP Nikki!

[@rebeccacasas6152]

Wow! An idol she's so amazing!

[@rickileah080]

Wow. That is actually so sweet and special of him to say that to her. I hope she believes him. ❤😊

[@QuartzieK]

She’s the best winner that ever came out of that show. She really made something of herself. Way more than just thru music ❤

[@carolwalkin8308]

So true! I remember that night when you won! It was beautiful!!!!

[@shaniecesingleton3704]

Simon is so right! The talent that year was incredible but Kelly was who I was tuning in for every week.

[@dipfuk]

Kelly is a blessing to this world

[@jordinscobee7942]

Agreed! Back then, I loved the show my whole family watched together

[@ryanolson8879]

AMERICA LOVES YOU Ms. KELLY CLARKSON!!!!!!!!!! 😀 😀 😀

[@jonallen1985]

That has got to be one of the nicest things I’ve ever heard Simon say

[@davidastete6673]

#1 singles

[@georgiahughes6404]

Kelly is so sweet and humble and.... talented

[@crystalyana9533]

The same girl Simon said was to fat to be in this industry!! I F*****G LOVE ME SOME KELLY!!!

[@dianeadams4973]

Agree Kelly is absolutely amazing ❤❤

[@BrotherLeonard316]

100 💯 100 💯 percent!!

[@heatherfear8500]

I just love her. She’s so real.

[@mrst9254]

I agree and am so excited Simon said it. From him that is high praise!

[@JonSnarery]

she is and was amazing. voted for her every week

[@braden4173]

Creator of my fav Christmas song😂

[@Chloe11118]

She actually sings two of my favourite Christmas songs! But when she hits that note in Underneath the Tree 🌲 🎉🎆🎇

[@goddessofcha0s]

Kelly is my absolute favorite ❤

[@drkm9324]

beautiful and lovely

[@CorneliusCharles]

I still remember that moment she won like it was yesterday. She was a global sensation.

[@anomnombeluga]

He is right tho they wouldnt be sitting there if she hadn’t entered the show because she wouldve never been that famous if she didnt haha

[@ceciliarpereira]

And the program would never have worked so well. There has never been a winner or participant in any talent show that has worked out as well as Kelly Clarkson. She's the ultimate role model.

[@krstar199781]

well said simon. i love kelly clarkson. always felt a connection to her as a child bc we share the same name lol she has a special place in my heart and memories and i’m happy it’s her, who has that spot.

[@barbieskrrt8326]

AN ICON SHE IS ✨

[@spaceballs44]

It’s amazing that the 3 judges are guests at her show years later.

[@yavi_n]

Chills, literal chills!

[@DJoy221]

10000% she was and still is very special

[@MasterofScrutiny]

That's so true!

[@robertconklin4657]

The best voice in the business. She can literally sing any song

[@karlynnkaye]

Ok why am i crying

[@TheMkgirl77]

That is absolutely true Kelly is a one in million!!

[@G-grandma_Army]

💯 fact!