Reality show winner since 2002 (4)

I believe the answer is:

idol

(Other definitions for idol that I've seen before include "something to be revered" , "Subject of adoration, may be graven" , "Much-loved actor" , "someone admirable" , "Pop - - (TV)" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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