The best performer won an apprenticeship with Newport City Homes.

Several performers who took part in the first two years of the three-year-old festival won television shows as a reward.

Some performers win our hearts with their imperfections; others seem so gifted that our love is always accompanied by reservations.

Performing on the Grammy broadcast has often lifted album sales, whether or not the performer wins an award.

The performer 50 Cent, this year's most successful newcomer, won best new artist in a video.

The performer who rated highest with the judges won a cash prize.

This charming performer has won two Tony Awards and plays the eccentric title character.

The best performers will win skis and other equipment.

When the scores were tallied, the higher scoring performer won.

The best performer in the third stunt wins a specific prize mentioned by the host, which may be different from the grand prize.