'Idol' Winner Treated Like a Real Loser

Posted May 19th 2009 4:30PM by TMZ Staff

In 2003 Ruben Studdard was crowned "American Idol" -- but six years later the Velvet Teddybear says the show that made millions off him and many other wannabeens wouldn't even fork over a few bones for his flight to the finale!

Ruben Studdard: Click to watch
Sure gives Kris Allen and Adam Lambert a lot to look forward to.

See Also

  • Adam Lambert -- Living Under a Rock
  • Kris Allen: Mrs. His Fans


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