‘American Idol’, the iconic singing competition, is set to make a comeback next year with its 22nd season and the seventh under the banner of ABC. The precise date of the much-anticipated premiere, however, remains under wraps.
The judges’ panel for the forthcoming season boasts some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan. They are entrusted with the significant responsibility of uncovering America’s next sensational voice.
ABC had to dig deep into its pockets to secure the return of the renowned judges for the upcoming ‘American Idol’ season, with Katy Perry commanding a salary that places her amongst the highest-paid in the show’s history.
Katy Perry’s Staggering Earnings as an American Idol Judge
As reported by Celebrity Net Worth, Perry will outstrip her fellow judges as the highest-earning, with a lucrative deal of $25 million inked for the forthcoming season.
The 38-year-old superstar, who has been a mainstay on the judging panel since Season 16, reportedly necessitated considerable persuasion from the producers to secure her return to the show.
The Financial Details for Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan
While there were rumours of difficult negotiations with Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, each initially offered around $2.5 million; an agreement was ultimately hammered out.
Sources reveal that Bryan is expected to pocket approximately $12 million for his judging stint, while Richie will take home a comparatively modest $10 million. Perry’s staggering income overshadows these figures.
For the 2017 season, Richie and Bryan earned $7 million, which appears meagre compared to the record-breaking $36 million payout received by Simon Cowell, the most remunerated judge in the show’s history.
