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Kelly Clarkson Tops Forbes' List of Top-Earning "American Idol" Contestants

Beating out contestants from ten other seasons, Kelly Clarkson topped Forbes' list of top-earning "American Idol" contestants.

From May 2011 to May 2012, the "Stronger" singer earned about $8 million, far surpassing the following two who tied for the second spot, Carrie Underwood and Chris Daughtry, who each took in $5 million.

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Nicki Minaj Storms off "American Idol" Set

Fans waiting for a big blow up between “American Idol” judges Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey got their wish on Wednesday's episode (January 23).

The much-anticipated spectacle occurred when Ms. Carey, along with co-judges Randy Jackson and Keith Urban, began questioning contestant Summer Cunningham on her interest in country music.

Mariah Carey & Nicki Minaj: “American Idol” Bickering Babes

The new season of “American Idol” is just underway, and there’s already friction building between new judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj.

During last night’s premiere, Mariah began taking issue with Nicki’s massive hat and asked, “We can have accessories? I didn’t know that was allowed.”

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Randy, Mariah, Keith, and Nicki: “American Idol” TCA FOX Fun

Fulfilling some promotional duties, the judging panel of “American Idol” showed up at FOX’s 2013 Winter TCA Tour in Pasadena, California last night (January 8).

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Mariah Carey Talks “Idol” Feud on “Nightline”

First came the feud, now comes the interview. Mariah Carey recently opened up after the “American Idol” confrontation with Barbara Walters during an episode of “Nightline.”

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Mariah Carey and Keith Urban Arrive for "American Idol" Taping

Heading in for a busy day on the set of "American Idol," Mariah Carey and Keith Urban were spotted in Los Angeles on Thursday (December 13).

The "All I Want for Christmas is You" crooner was in full glam mode in a short and shiny gold dress and strappy heels while her country singer co-judge sported a white T-shirt, brown leather jacket, and black jeans as he accepted a gift of some pricey booze.

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Mariah Carey Glams Up the Set of "American Idol"

Arriving for a busy day of filming, Mariah Carey headed to the set of "American Idol" in Los Angeles on Wednesday (December 12).

The "Fantasy" singer looked stunning a strapless red gown and black heels as she got her makeup touched up before even entering the studio.

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Nicki Minaj’s “American Idol” Arrival

Gearing up for another workday, Nicki Minaj showed up on the set of “American Idol” in Los Angeles yesterday afternoon (December 11).

The “Super Bass” rapper looked curvaceous as she squeezed into a form-fitting yellow dress as she exited her trailer, only to be captured on film by a sneaky shutterbug.