American Idol Ruben Studdard's 'Soulful' debuts at #1 in U.S. with sales of 416,500 units 12/17/2003 American Idol 2 winner Ruben Studdard finally has his own #1 CD to match runner-up Clay Aiken and Idol 1 winner Kelly Clarkson. Read More RELATED NEWS 'American Idol' alum Josh Gracin expecting fifth childRuben Studdard and Clay Aiken perform a duet for first time in 13 years on 'The View'Rickey Smith, former 'American Idol' finalist, dead at age 36 TAGS: American Idol Clay Aiken Kelly Clarkson Alicia Keys Ruben Studdard Missy Elliott R. Kelly Clive Davis Fat Joe