SHORT-LIVED singing competition Pop Idol aired its first series over two decades ago in 2001, before it concluded two years later.
But in despite its short time span - the show had a whole host of famous faces and former contestants that went on to achieve stardom.
From reality TV stins to successful chart toppers - with the likes of Gareth Gates and Will Young - some saw great success. While others turend towards a quieter lifestyle, becoming exam invigilators and focusing on starting their own families.
But who went the distance and who didnt over the past two decades? Here we look back on all of the show's most famous stars.
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