With his third album set to drop next week, Ruben Studdard is making the rounds and giving fans a number of opportunities to catch him on TV. Here is where the man who won the second season of American Idol, and who is affectionately known as the Velvet Teddy Bear, can be seen for the next week and a half:

• Thursday, October 12: Jimmy Kimmel Live
• Thursday, October 12: Megan Mullally Show
• Monday, October 16: The View
• Tuesday, October 17: Good Morning America
• Wednesday, October 18: Charlotte Walmart Signing
• Wednesday, October 18: Rachael Ray Show (New)
• Friday, October 20: Martha Stewart Show
• Saturday, October 21: CBS Early Show

AIW's sources tell us that Ruben's forthcoming CD, aptly titled The Return, can also be previewed on VH1. We're eagerly anticipating getting our hands on the disc and uploading the lyrics for all to enjoy. We'll have our exclusive review ASAP as well.

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