Idol 2013 was the Swedish Idol series' ninth season which premiered on August 19, 2013.

In January 2013, TV4 confirmed that the Idol series would be returning after a year's hiatus after Idol 2011.

[3] The contestants included professional footballer Kevin Walker, who played in the Swedish second division for GIF Sundsvall.

A few of Walker's matches with the team were moved to avoid a clash with his television commitments.

[4] Winner of season nine was Kevin Walker.