In 2008, American Idol named David Cook as its winner. Now, 17 years later, Cook talks exclusively with PEOPLE about his time on the show, who he still keeps in touch with and what he's been up to ...

For many American Idol viewers in 2008, the battle between season 7 finalists David Archuleta and David Cook felt as intense as a presidential election. But the two musicians remained friendly ...

Iowa State University's new president, David Cook, spoke with the Ames Tribune about his plans for the first few months of ...

On his new album, the "American Idol" season 7 winner delivers multi-layered vocals and meaty solos while wearing his heart on his sleeve. Now that's what we call a well-rounded rocker. By Shirley ...

The season 7 'American Idol' winner will begin promoting his sophomore album by singing new single "The Last Goodbye." By Shirley Halperin David Cook is headed back to American Idol. The Season 7 ...

David Cook is reflecting on his American Idol victory in 2008 and its impact on his life, sharing who from the show he keeps in touch with and a special request he made involving The Price is Right.

The season 7 winner talks to PEOPLE about his music, his career and what 'Idol' gave him In 2008, American Idol named David Cook as its winner. Now, 17 years later, Cook talks exclusively with PEOPLE ...