Richest 'American Idol' Contestants Ranked by Net Worth, Including Carrie Underwood & Kelly Clarkson

American Idol has produced massive stars.

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The reality TV singing competition has launched some of the biggest careers in music over the past two decades, beginning with the very first winner, Kelly Clarkson, back in 2002.

Over the years, Idol has not only crowned winners, but also introduced audiences to many other contestants who went on to become household names, even without taking the title.