American Idol Ruben Studdard dropped by J Records, first ex-'Idol' champ let go 12/21/2007 Ruben Studdard has reportedly become the first American Idol winner to be dropped by his record label. 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 Fantasia Barrino Ruben Studdard Tamyra Gray Frenchie Davis Diana DeGarmo Oprah Winfrey Clive Davis The Return
