Kelly

Kelly Clarkson, an American actor, singer and songwriter who took home the American Idol competition in its first season, became America's Sweetheart. The win not only catapulted her into the limelight, but also earned her a multi-album recording contract in partnership with RCA Records 19 Recordings and S Records. In the years since, she's released a number recordings from her studio. Of these albums three of them made it to the US Billboard 200 Chart while other albums were just one centimeter away. She's one of the biggest artists that have come out of American Idol. In order to achieve success she played around with various musical styles, and explored themes. Because of her distinctiveness and vocal prowess, she received praise from the public as well as a variety of awards. In particular, she has been awarded the Grammy Award a record three times. Apart from her singing professional career, she has been involved in television and film. She also wrote the book for children River Rose and the Magical Lullaby as well as been a part of various charities.