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Do American Idol contestants get paid when they go to Hollywood?
Once at Hollywood, it’s only the top 10 who get paid for their time per episode. According to Fox Business, contestants receive $1,571 plus meals for two-hour shows, $1,303 for one-hour shows, and $910 for half-hour results shows. Those just looking to audition need to make sure they’re financially ready.
How does the American Idol process work?
In each group, the judges chose 7 contestants to advance to the top 14 where the judges chose 4 to advance to the top 10 and remaining 6 contestants were chosen based on the vote. In the sixteenth season, the top 24 performed at the Academy in the Heart of LA, and the show repeated the process from the previous season.
Do American Idol contestants buy their own clothes?
According to American Idol Net, contestants receive $450 a week for their fashion budget, which they use to buy the clothing they wear in their performances.
Does American Idol pay for flights and hotels?
You have to cover your own travel. It’s free to audition for American Idol, but you have to cover your travel and accommodations. The show will not compensate or arrange travel for people auditioning, even callbacks. You can sing any song you want.
Does it cost money to audition for American Idol?
It’s free to audition for American Idol, but you have to cover your travel and accommodations. The show will not compensate or arrange travel for people auditioning, even callbacks. You can sing any song you want. Whether it’s an original song or a greatest hit, it’s your choice what you sing for the judges.
Do Idol contestants keep their clothes?
STORY: “American Idol” Season 12 Top Ten Finalist Interviews The good news is that both winners and losers get to keep their wardrobes; from shoes, accessories, to dresses, skirts, tops, pants and jackets.
Who pays for trip to Hawaii on American Idol?
Anyone who’s made it to the top 10 in a previous season is deemed ineligible and can’t reenter the competition. You have to cover your own travel. It’s free to audition for American Idol, but you have to cover your travel and accommodations.