But some of the contestants who fell short of a win still made a sizable impact.
See 19 of the most memorable contestants who didn’t win, ahead.
He took seventh place in the sixth season.
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The musician was one of Paula Abdul’s favorites and went on to release multiple studio albums.
She released one album with a second on the way, and has popped up on television shows.
He still released multiple award-winning albums, and even ran for Congress in 2014.
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Remembered for her shocking departure, Toscano still pursued a music career.
Constantine Maroulis, Season 4
That hair!
LaToya London, Season 3
LaToya London impressed with her powerful performances in the third season.
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She wound up in fourth place, but continued to sing after the season wrapped.
David Archuleta, Season 7
It was a battle of the Davids inIdol’s seventh season.
David Archuleta was the runner-up to winner David Cook, but he stole hearts with his performances.
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