Ace Young
With his long, flowing locks, those chocolate-brown eyes, and a radiant smile, season five's Ace Young had the ladies in the Idol studio swooning on first sight – and his voice wasn't bad, either.
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Chris Richardson
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images Season six's Justin Timberlake look- and sound-alike was Virginia's own Chris Richardson, who opted for more contemporary fare when it came to his Idol performances. His look, on the other hand, was a complete throwback.
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Michael Johns
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images Australian import and former tennis player, Michael Johns was one of four season seven finalists to score high on the sexy scale – and with an enchanting accent to boot!
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Jason Castro
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images His dreadlocks may have thrown some season seven viewers for a loop, but there was no denying Jason Castro's piercing blue eyes, silky-smooth skin, and sweet-and sometimes spacey-stare.
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David Archuleta
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images He defined adorable in season seven, what with those irrestible dimples and "aw shucks" grin, but it was David Archuleta's angelic voice that sent millions of teenage hearts aflutter.
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David Cook
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images When season seven began, David Cook was a diamond in the rough. By show's end, he emerged not only as a victor but a bona fide rock star, complete with piercing gaze and just the right amount of rolled-out-of-bed stubble.
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Matt Giraud
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images When it comes to the ladies, season eight's piano man teased on top ten week with a sexy version of Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On."
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Adam Lambert
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images Female fandom hit a fever pitch when season eight's Adam Lambert came into the picture and delivered dramatic, nuanced performances the likes of which Idol viewers had never seen or heard. Part Elvis, part Mick Jagger, with a hint of Steven Tyler and a whole lot of swagger, he redefined the Idol archetype with the wave of a fingerless-gloved hand.
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Kris Allen
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images The season eight winner didn't scream heartthrob when he first faced the judges, and even well into the competition, Kris Allen readily admitted feeling awkward when Idol photographers would ask for his "sexy face," but there's no denying this doe-eyed cutie pie.
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Tim Urban
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images His ear-to-ear smile and flip top hair were all the rage during season nine, but beyond the dashing good looks, Tim Urban was a consummate charmer. It's no wonder he made it to seventh place.
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Aaron Kelly
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images Season nine's youngest finalist was a hopefull of few words, but when Aaron Kelly spoke, people listened. Was it the mesmerizing baby blue eyes of his soft delivery and gentlemanly mannerisms?
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Casey James
Image Credit: Photo Credit: Getty Images Tall, rugged, blond, blue-eyed, and undeniably handsome, Casey James had the cougars of America going gaga for most of season nine. Was Casey's top four rendition of "Mrs. Robinson" his way of showing appreciation for a loyal female fan base? If so, well-played, cowboy.