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CODE SUE

American Idol champ Ruben Studdard has slapped 205 Flava Inc., with a lawsuit, claiming the clothing maker unlawfully capitalized on his popularity after he wore its jerseys on the show. The shirts — adorned with Studdard's hometown area code 205 — became the crooner's signature accessory. (For more on Idol, see below... )

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American Idol champ Ruben Studdard has slapped 205 Flava Inc., with a lawsuit, claiming the clothing maker unlawfully capitalized on his popularity after he wore its jerseys on the show. The shirts — adorned with Studdard's hometown area code 205 — became the crooner's signature accessory. (For more on Idol, see below... )