Ruben Studdard

Ruben Studdard is an American singer and actor, born on September 12, 1978. He gained fame as the winner of the second season of American Idol and received a Grammy Award nomination in 2003 for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance. Studdard has released seven studio albums, including the platinum-selling debut 'Soulful' and the top-selling gospel album 'I Need an Angel'. Known for hits like 'Flying Without Wings' and 'Sorry 2004', he has also ventured into television and stage work. Notably, he portrayed Fats Waller in a national tour revival of 'Ain't Misbehavin'', which resulted in a Grammy-nominated soundtrack. Studdard appeared as a contestant on the fifteenth season of 'The Biggest Loser' and has collaborated with David Foster on his music.