From Kids to Top 10 Idols!

Take a look back at Jordin, Blake, Melinda and the rest of the gang as tiny tots ready for their moment in the spotlight

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CHRIS RICHARDSON

Long before the Justin Timberlake comparisons, "Chris was a big Boyz II Men and Vanilla Ice fan," says his dad, Danny. "He was always entertaining . . . always dancing." Or mugging for his audience, whether showing off his loot as a preschooler in Colorado Springs (pictured) or playing soccer. Adds his father: "He always liked to be the center of attention."