American Idol Contestants Reportedly Paid Pennies for Hour Long Shows – Their Per Show Stipend Still Remained Less Than Construction Workers and Electricians

Watching reality competition shows and seeing their contestants' journey toward stardom has always been fascinating for viewers. Competition Shows like American Idol, X-Factor, The Voice, and many more have given people several stars, who end up achieving so much more in the future. But what about the time they compete on the shows? [caption id="attachment_168138" align="alignnone" width="1280"] American Idol[/caption] Do they have a source of income as they take the stage to showcase their talent? And if they do, how much do they get? While featuring in a reality TV show brings attention, popularity, and fame, the payment is not