Adam Lambert ($6 million, tie) - The 10 Top-Earning American Idols - Forbes

3. Adam Lambert ($6 million, tie)Lambert was edged by Kris Allen in Season Eight, but he easily out-earned his rival thanks largely to 116 shows around the world in 12 months.

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