Kelly Clarkson has come a long way from being the winner of American Idol Season 1. However, she recently revealed that this long route was not traveled on a Mustang, as was promised to her if she won the show. This revelation while having ruffled some feathers has tickled Taylor Hicks' flirtations.

Taylor Hicks, the Season 5 winner of American Idol is now sparking buzz after dropping a cheeky, flirty comment aimed at Kelly Clarkson.

Speaking recently to Page Six, Taylor Hicks did not hold back his admiration for Kelly Clarkson, calling her as one of the most incredible voices to emerge from American Idol. But the Idol alum also slipped in a playful, flirtatious remark.

“I would be more than happy to help her find a new Mustang,” Hicks told Page Six.

While revealing about the missing car, Clarkson also shared another surprising detail during a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show while chatting with guests Rob Rausch and Daniel Radcliffe, revealing that the widely reported $1 million prize from American Idol was never handed to her as a direct check but was instead structured as an investment in her career.

Given the popularity of the show, the revelations by the seasoned winner did come as a shock. Fortunately for her, while American Idol may have not offered her the smooth ride they once promised, an American Idol winner is ready to offer a smoother one.

Whether, Kelly Clarkson accepts the offer remains to be seen but its best not to take a ride from a stranger. Therefore, here is everything to know about Taylor Hicks.

Everything you need to know about Taylor Hicks

Before his recent playful comment stirred headlines, Taylor Hicks had already carved out his place in the spotlight after winning Season 5 of American Idol in 2006. Known for his soulful performances and his loyal Soul Patrol fan base, Hicks went on to release his self-titled album 'Taylor Hicks' later that same year, which debuted at no. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart.

The singer later expanded his career beyond the Idol stage with live performances, a Las Vegas residency, and even a Broadway appearance in Grease.

As of early 2026, Taylor Hicks appears to be gearing up for another busy year in music after spending much of 2025 on the road with a tour packed with performances, including shows hosted by the Shelby County Arts Council in Alabama. Now heading into 2026, the singer has been teasing new tour dates and hinting at fresh musical projects.

Between touring and teasing new music, Hicks already has a full calendar for 2026. Still, he seems perfectly willing to pencil in one extra task, helping Kelly Clarkson track down the Mustang she was promised all those years ago.

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Written by

Lisa Roy

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui