It’s been more than five years since Samantha Diaz, who goes by the stage name Just Sam, won Season 18 of American Idol. Their season aired at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, so Sam’s live ...

But the former subway singer did have a moment where she thought she could win. Former New York City subway singer Just Sam, born Samantha Diaz, was crowned the winner of "American Idol" 2020. Because ...

You can say this for “American Idol”: More than 20 years in, it’s still worth arguing about. Should Kris Allen have prevailed over Adam Lambert? Queen would like a word. Carrie Underwood over Bo Bice?

There's little doubt about the impact that "American Idol" has had, both on television and on the music industry. The series launched the careers of many notable talents over the years, with tens of ...