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Down The Rabbit Hole of Most Stolen Items

Down The Rabbit Hole of Most Stolen Items Have you ever searched online for a topic and ended up learning about something else completely random? You’re not alone! Let’s take…

Down the Rabbit Hole of Most Stolen Items

Down The Rabbit Hole of Most Stolen Items

Have you ever searched online for a topic and ended up learning about something else completely random? You're not alone! Let's take a peek into Andie's mind and spiral down the Rabbit Hole of the most stolen items, steakhouse chains, and MLB teams for a pair of Justin Moore and Randy Houser tickets.

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Meet The Andie Summers Show

Andie Summers 

Andie Summers has been waking up country music fans in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties on 92.5 XTU since 1999. While Andie loves her job, she is most proud of her role as wife to Leonard, mother to Tori and Leonard, and dog-mom to their poodle Bob Ross.

Jeff Kurkjian 

Jeff Kurkjian grew up in Montgomery County, Maryland and now is proud to call Philadelphia, home. He and his wife, Emily, just welcomed their baby girl, McKinley to the world. In his spare time, he loves to binge watch the latest shows and work on his own podcast called “Do What You Love.”

Donnie Black 

Donnie Black is the Producer of The Andie Summers Show. His love for radio started way back when he was 8 years old when he would record his own radio shows on his cassette player in his bedroom. When he is not at work, he is listening to 90s boy bands, watching the same movies over and over.

Shannon Boyle

Shannon is the Assistant Producer of The Andie Summers Show. She started her radio career with 92.5 XTU as an intern for The Andie Summers Show. Shannon is Philly born & raised, when she isn't rooting for the city, you can find her crafting and watching her favorite TV shows. 

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How Much Money Do American Idol Judges Make?

Have you ever wondered how much American Idol judges make? I mean, how worthwhile is it really to spend your time on the set of American Idol? If you're one of the judges, Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, or Lionel Richie, I think you'd agree it's totally worth it. And don't discount Ryan Seacrest. That guy puts in the time and makes a dime!

Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Undewood attend the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images)

Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood attend the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards

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American Idol Success

Host Ryan Seacrest (L) and Brian Dunkleman speak onstage during FOX's "American Idol" Finale For The Farewell Season (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

American Idol has been entertaining audiences for 22 seasons. Through those years, it has brought us some of the most famous entertainers on the planet! From Kelly Clarkson (Season 1 winner) to Carrie Underwood (Season 4 winner) to Chayce Beckham (Season 19 winner) there's no denying the scope of talent that has made its way from the Idol stage to the world stage. And do not forget about Jennifer Hudson who came in seventh of Season 3, losing to Fantasia Barrino. Both of these talented women have made their way to Broadway and the big screen in various projects.

Why do we get sucked into this show?! Several reasons:

American Idol winner Carrie Underwood performs with the finalists onstage at the American Idol Finale: Results Show held at the Kodak Theatre on May 25, 2005(Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
    American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson embraces Idol contestants at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, Ca(Photo by Kevin Winter/ImageDirect)

    Before we get into the nitty-gritty of how much American Idol judges make, keep in mind that you have to be "somebody" before you're even asked to be a judge on the show. When it comes to the salaries American Idol judges make, do you think experience and longevity play a role in how much the judges get paid? Not necessarily. Take a look at the current American Idol judges below. (Don't forget about host Ryan Seacrest!) And read what each is worth compared to what they make on the show. You will be surprised.

    How much do American Idol judges make?

    Lionel Richie

    Lionel Richie attends the taping of ABC's "American Idol" (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

    Lionel Richie has been going strong since the 1970s! He emerged onto the music scene as the lead singer of the Motown group The Commodores. In the 80s Lionel became one of the most prolific ballad singers making him one of the world's best-selling artists of all time.

    Lionel has an estimated net worth of $200 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The Grammy winner is earning a salary of around $10 million from American Idol, per multiple outlets.

    Luke Bryan

    Luke Bryan performs at Bridgestone Arena on August 12, 2023(Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

    Does he need to add to his plate? Probably not. Luke is worth less than Lionel Richie but brings in a higher salary on American Idol. The five-time Entertainer of the Year winner is worth about $160 million according to Celebrity Net Worth. And he brings in $12 million on Idol, according to Forbes.

    Katy Perry

     Katy Perry attends The 56th Annual CMA Awards(Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

    Did you know Katy Perry started her music career as gospel singer Katy Hudson? Katherine Elizabeth Hudson decided to take her mother's maiden name as her last name Perry when she entered the secular music world and the rest is history.

    Katy doesn't just pull in more money than her counterparts on American Idol, she's one of the highest-paid entertainers in the world and has been for over a decade. Katy is worth $330 million and brings in a whopping $25 million on Idol, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

    Ryan Seacrest

    Ryan Seacrest attends the Times Square New Year's Eve 2024 Celebration(Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images)

    Now, let's talk about the guy who's been at the helm of American Idol since its inception many, many years ago. According to Hollywood Reporter, Seacrest made 5 million dollars in his first season of Idol. A couple of contracts later he was up to $12 million per season, then $15 million per season, and then Fox called it quits. When ABC brought back the American Idol reboot they reportedly offered him just $5 million for the first season, but he negotiated $10 million. The Wall Street Journal puts his current salary at $12 million per season.

    But wait, there's more ... Celebrity Net Worth puts Seacrest's worth at $450 million!!!!!

    Shannon, the Assistant Producer for The Andie Summers Show and the Promotions Coordinator at 92.5 XTU, is a graduate of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Her journey with the station began as an intern for The Andie Summers Show and has worked her way through the ranks for the past 4 years. Shannon is known for her articles covering and recapping 92.5 XTU station events, delivering the latest in celebrity gossip and country news, and contributing to The Andie Summers Show's daily podcasts.