@KELLY CLARKSON........Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982, in Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.) is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality. She rose to fame as the first winner of American Idol in 2002, launching a successful career in music and entertainment2. Early Life & Career Beginnings Clarkson grew up in Texas, where her vocal talent was recognized early. After high school, she pursued music and auditioned for American Idol, winning the competition and securing a record deal with RCA Records. Breakthrough & Musical Success Her debut single, A Moment Like This (2002), became the best-selling single of the year in the U.S. Her first album, Thankful (2003), topped the Billboard 200. She transitioned to pop-rock with Breakaway (2004), which sold over 12 million copies worldwide and featured hits like Since U Been Gone and Because of You2. Continued Success & Evolution Clarkson experimented with rock influences in My December (2007) before returning to mainstream pop with All I Ever Wanted (2009) and Stronger (2011), which included the Grammy-winning hit Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You).........