Who was smoother than Luther Vandross? Well, former "American Idol" competitor Ruben Studdard would like to make his case. After all, he picked up the moniker "the next Luther" during that show's ...

Known as both “The Velvet Voice” and the “Pavarotti of Pop,” the legendary Luther Vandross was often considered to be one of the best singers of his generation. With a repertoire that included soulful ...

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Early in his concert at Jefferson Center on Tuesday, singer Ruben Studdard made it clear who was the biggest driver behind his tribute to the late Luther Vandross — Studdard's mother. She is Vandross' ...

FARGO — Nearly a year after performing at the Fargo Theatre, Ruben Studdard returns to Fargo to headline Home for the Holidays concert on Dec. 22. The show will also feature Grammy and Academy ...

DAVENPORT -- Ruben Studdard is an inspiration for his success in music and weight loss. The 35-year-old "Velvet Teddy Bear" shared tips on how to achieve both with a very large crowd Saturday at the ...

“American Idol” got a boost for its latest season, just in time for the finale. While faithful viewers were still cheering Iam Tongi‘s big win over runner-up Megan Danielle, a couple of “Idol” ...

The Warner Theater was packed Friday with women who don't understand why their hero and the reigning "American Idol" champ, Ruben Studdard, was playing an old movie house only one week after that ...

Kelly Clarkson is looking back on her “American Idol” days. A year after winning the first season of the singing competition show in 2002, Clarkson passed the torch to Ruben Studdard. Clay Aiken was ...

It was fan favorite Jamal Roberts who walked away with the crown. It’s the first time a Black man has won the singing competition show in 22 years, following Ruben Studdard’s win in 2003. Jamal ...