The Richest American Idol Winners Might Surprise You

It seems like a no-brainer to think that anybody who wins a season of "American Idol" ends up with a boatload of money. And, yes, many of the winners are much, much better off financially since their victories. But some have made out far better than others. "American Idol" absolutely has given all its winners a push into a very bright spotlight and kickstarted their music careers. Yet in the years after, the various winners have taken very different paths to retain fame, success, and wealth. So who has the biggest bank account? The richest "American Idol" winners might just surprise you. #AmericanIdol #Musician #Music Lee DeWyze | 0:12 Fantasia Barrino | 0:41 Taylor Hicks | 1:20 Candice Glover | 1:59 Caleb Johnson | 2:39 Nick Fradiani | 3:15 Ruben Studdard | 3:49 Kris Allen | 4:39 Phillip Phillips | 5:10 Scotty McCreery | 5:53 David Cook | 6:48 Jordin Sparks | 7:35 Kelly Clarkson | 8:21 Carrie Underwood | 9:08