Are the contestants on American Idol paid?
340979
They are given $400.00 a week for clothes to wear on the show. Other than that, I'm not sure.
498421
I agree mate, American Idol is crap! By the way I'm in England (UK)
508055
I can't wait until next season!!  Do you think a male or female will win next year?  I think we need a rocker to go all the way next time!  I wonder where the auditions are being held?  \n\nThings like that, because we have absolutely no life other than American Idol....yeah, right!  Don't diss us, we're just having fun :)
608804
This season of American Idol is crazy-- it's hard to tell who will be in the final two now that Chris is gone. Taylor is probably a lock, as much as I care for both Elliott and Katharine; I say probably because anything could happen. \n\nIt really depends. Consistency is a major major issue with both of these, Katharine especially. Performance-wise, Elliott has done nothing but grow in the past couple of weeks. Katharine, however, started off as a favorite to win it all, but now she's slipping for one reason or another.\n\nSpeaking of the fan-base, however, Elliott has a much smaller one. The male demographic will obviously vote for Katharine, and will vote even more depending on how skimpy her dress is Tuesday night. \n\nIt's a tossup right now, but I'd put my money (or yours, rather) on Taylor vs. Elliott in the finals. I believe the whispers among the fans that say that they'll be voting for Elliott and Taylor to avenge Chris' "wrongful departure". But you never know.
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This is borrowed from www.americanidol.com under Audition Rules:\n\nREQUIREMENTS\nYou must be able to prove at the time of your audition, if any, that:\n\nYou are a legal U.S. citizen or a permanent U.S. resident who is eligible to work full-time in the United States; and \nYou are 16 to 28 years old on August 6, 2006 (which means you must be born on or between August 7, 1977, and August 6, 1990). If you were born before or after this window, you are not eligible to participate this season. \nYou are ineligible to participate if you progressed in any previous season of "American Idol" to any of the following levels:\n\nSeason 1 – top 30 contestants \nSeason 2 – top 32 contestants \nSeason 3 – top 32 contestants \nSeason 4 – top 44 contestants \nSeason 5 – top 44 contestants \n\nIf you are asked to audition for the semi-final rounds of the competition in the Los Angeles, California, area, you MUST be able to demonstrate (before departing for Los Angeles) that you do not have any of the following:\n\na contract for talent representation (for example, a talent agent or manager); \na music recording contract; \nan acting and/or modeling contract; \na merchandising agreement; or, \nany other contractual arrangement that would prohibit you from entering into an exclusive management contract, recording contract, talent contract, acting contract and/or merchandising contract. \nYou are ineligible if you, or any member of your immediate family and/or anyone living in your household, is an employee, officer, director, agent and/or representative of Fox Broadcasting Company, American Idol Productions, Inc., FremantleMedia North America, Inc., 19 TV Limited., CKX, Inc., Cingular, Telescope, Coca-Cola, the Ford Motor Company, Sony/BMG, production personnel for the television program, participating television stations, advertising agencies, corporate sponsors or any person or entity connected with the production, administration or judging of the auditions, or any of the parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, agents or representatives of any of the foregoing entities.
951532
i don't think they get prize money they are all employed and get a salary
254628
I love American Idol (even though I'm from the older generation - 52) and have watched it since the firt American Idol.  I love watching the people who think they can sing, but can't, but have to give them kudos for having the guts to get up in front of the judges and television, with millions of people watching and take a beating like they do.  But I love Idol most for the seriously talented young people that you see once in a while that get the chance to be successful in music when you see that they do have the talent and ambition but left on their own, they would have much less chance of "being discovered".  I think the show is great for helping serious artists looking for a break.
62614
American idol is looking for the whole package.  Singers today not only have to be able to sing but dance and look good.  In the tryouts singing is what gets you to hollywood but in the end america is an image based country.  They want to hear and see something beautiful.
627048
Throw yourself down in the floor and kick your feet and cry like a big baby!  No No not really,  You should continue to support him in whatever way you can.   I'm sure there will still be a fan site where you can show your support for him should he win or not win.  Taylor is a winner either way.  I really feel he will get a contract either with American Idol's label or with another music label.  NO MORE NEGATIVE TALK OR THOUGHTS - TAYLOR IS THE AMERICAN IDOL!
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Sorry this is the only information I could find with any bit about who counts votes and it's really nothing! I can't believe I can't find anymore than this. I've searched everywhere. If you find out, let me know.\n \n"Fox released a statement: "The producers and network have gone to great lengths to ensure the integrity of the voting process on American Idol. America votes, an independent company calculates the tally, and the show reports those results.""
524127
Taylor Hicks will be the next "American Idol." Taylor has already shown that he is successful. I think that Katherine should have been voted off last week instead of Elliot. Katherine has a lovely voice, but she sings like too many others singers.  Taylors voice is unique and different. If you are not a member of the "Soul Patrol" just watch the American Idol tonight. You will see why he has so many in the "Soul Patrol."
408549
shhhhhh, my buddies & i made millions on that one. forget about it. why dont you go watch american idol.
882311
I have always heard that they get next to nothing.  All the money they earn comes from calendars, personal appearances, etc.\n*edit*\nYep, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders get $50 per game, are not paid for rehearsals and are responsible for maintaining their uniform.  It's probably industrywide.
114898
The Bachelor & American Idol
404741
Check out their website, and if you cannot find out how to on the website, I'm sure you should be able to call them. Good luck getting into American Idol!
585521
Here in England we watch American Idol on ITV 2 but it is broadcast after it has been broadcast in the US ie. WE DO NOT SEE IT LIVE HERE.( it is on the Friday evening 8.30 pm to 11.10 pm or on Sunday evening around 7pm. It is a double bill programme with the performances followed by the results. Hope this helps. I love the prog. Sorry Chris got voted off though.
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Lisa Tucker, Kevin Covais and Bucky Covington\n\nUse http://www.idolonfox.com/ it's the official site, it would help!!