The figures TMZ is quoting from the Idol tour contracts they supposedly got a hold of are significantly lower than what I’ve heard in the past–$3k per show, with the winners earning more than the also rans.
It’s hard to believe, frankly, that everyone on the tour is making the same. The winner and runner-ups are the stars of the show, with more stage time than the others.
So, grain of salt and all that. (Via TMZ)
“American Idol’s” top 11 finalists are set to make bank over the summer — because TMZ has learned they’ll each get paid $1, 000 for EVERY show they perform during the American Idol Live Tour.
TMZ obtained a copy of the contract all Idol finalists had to sign before the show — which spells out exactly how much dough they’ll pull in if they’re invited to participate on the international tour.
In addition to the $1, 000-per-concert — the documents show each finalist will share in merchandise profits from the tour … and will also receive $50 in spending cash for non-concert days.
Finalists are also guaranteed to stay in “Marriott/Hyatt style” hotel accommodations while on the road — and will fly coach between tour stops.
According to the contract, the tour will kick off immediately after the Season 10 winner is announced on May 25 — and will go until the end of September.
Not bad for a summer job.
