When contestants are cast on that show they've dreamed about being on for years, they want to do everything they can to pull out the win. In some cases, losing was the best thing that could've happened to them. Keep scrolling to read about 20 reality TV contestants who lost their show but won much success in the end.
Over the years, some of the biggest names in the industry have called Idol their starting point, while others have failed to capitalize on the early success with a sustained run.
Even if you win a singing competition, making a living as a musician isn't easy. But some of our best singers have proven that you don’t need to win to become a star. These singing competition contestants didn't win but still had successful careers.
"American Idol" is coming back after being on hiatus for two years! Season 16 will feature a new network – ABC, instead of Fox – and new judges in Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie.