DHC | History, Entertainment & News on Instagram: "In 2002, Kelly Clarkson won the very first season of American Idol — and proved they didn’t need a second chance to find greatness. She’s since sold over 25M albums and 40M singles worldwide, becoming one of the most successful artists of her generation. 👉 Join the community @dailyhistoryclips for iconic and famous footage that shaped our history! 🌍 #KellyClarkson #AmericanIdol #2000sMusic #PopLegend #MusicHistory #Throwback #IdolWinner #Since

Purely History on Instagram: "In 2002, the first season of American Idol introduced the world to Kelly Clarkson, a then-unknown waitress from Texas whose powerful voice captivated millions. Week after week, she impressed both the judges and the audience with her range and emotion. When she won the finale, she became the show’s very first champion and a symbol of what Idol could achieve. Her debut single, “A Moment Like This,” shot to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, and she went on to build

Page Six on Instagram: "Kelly Clarkson will never forget having to sing an impromptu duet with Justin Guarini at the "American Idol" Season 1 finale. 🎤"