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What a difference a year -- and "American Idol" -- can make.
As 2005 began, few people outside her hometown knew Carrie Underwood's name. Upon being declared the winner of the talent contest May 2005, Underwood joined the exclusive club that included Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard and Fantasia Barrino. During the next four months, viewers' votes will determine the next member to be added. The process begins as FOX launches the fifth year of "American Idol" Tuesday, Jan. 17.
What a difference a year -- and "American Idol" -- can make.
As 2005 began, few people outside her hometown knew Carrie Underwood's name. Upon being declared the winner of the talent contest May 2005, Underwood joined the exclusive club that included Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard and Fantasia Barrino. During the next four months, viewers' votes will determine the next member to be added. The process begins as FOX launches the fifth year of "American Idol" Tuesday, Jan. 17.