Kelly Clarkson, the first season winner of American Idol, has had a successful career since 2002. Despite being musically talented, she is also intelligent, turning down scholarships and record deals before winning the show. Clarkson has a fear of sharks and wanted to be a marine biologist until she watched Jaws. She has four children and previously worked as a cocktail waitress. Clarkson has Greek heritage and experienced a difficult year in 2007. She broke records with her song "A Moment Like This" and is a fan of No Doubt. She is also married to Reba McEntire's stepson.