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Carrie Underwood Named Top-Earning American Idol Alum By Forbes

Emily James

Truth rating: 10

5:17 pm, January 14th, 2014

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Forbes has released its roundup of Top-Earning “American Idol” alums for 2013, with Carrie Underwood topping the list at $31 million.

The magazine estimates that the country singer made $83 million over the past five years through touring and endorsement deals.

Next on the list is Kelly Clarkson, who raked in an approximate $7 million in 2013.

Phillip Phillips and Adam Lambert tied for third place at $5 million, followed by Chris Daughtry at $4 million.

Scotty McCreery came in at fifth at $3 million.

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  1. 1.1. Carrie Underwood – $31 million 1. Carrie Underwood - $31 million (Getty Images)
  2. 2.2. Kelly Clarkson – $7 million 2. Kelly Clarkson - $7 million (Getty Images)
  3. 3.3. Phillip Phillips (Tie) – $5 million 3. Phillip Phillips (Tie) - $5 million (Getty Images)
  4. 4.3. Adam Lambert (Tie) – $5 million 3. Adam Lambert (Tie) - $5 million (Getty Images)
  5. 5.4. Chris Daughtry – $4 million 4. Chris Daughtry - $4 million (Getty Images)
  6. 6.5. Scotty McCreery – $3 million 5. Scotty McCreery - $3 million (Getty Images)

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Carrie Underwood Hits Back at “Mean” Sound of Music Critics: You Need Jesus

Emily James

Truth rating: 10

11:44 am, December 7th, 2013

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Carrie Underwood is hitting back at critics who slammed her performance in NBC’s “The Sound of Music” production.

After a few celebrities and original Sound of Music star Kym Karath dissed Underwood’s acting chops, the country star took to Twitter to respond to her haters.

Underwood tweeted on Friday night, “Plain and simple: Mean people need Jesus.”

“They will be in my prayers tonight… 1 Peter 2:1-25,” wrote the singer.

 What do you think of Underwood’s response to critics?

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Original Sound of Music Star Calls Carrie Underwood Version “Painful to Watch”

Daniel Jacobson

Truth rating: 10

2:33 pm, December 6th, 2013

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Carrie Underwood’s performance in Thursday’s “The Sound of Music: Live!” has drawn mixed reviews, and at least one member of the original film musical is not being shy in her criticism of the new star.

Kym Karath, who portrayed Gretl Von Trapp in the 1965 movie, watched the broadcast with Charmian Carr (Liesl Von Trapp) and tweeted her thoughts.

“Mystified & disappointed so far by SOM special. So far only happy with Stephen Moyer,” she wrote.

Karath continued, “Must admit some scenes are actually painful to watch.”

Ouch.

And what did she think about Julie Andrews’ replacement?

“Love Carrie Underwood but this role is just not right for her. She is lovely her voice is beautiful but acting is wrong,” tweeted Karath.

But it wasn’t all bad.

The actress wrote, “Enjoying scene with Captain, Herr Detweiler & Baroness. All excellent actors,” and later praised Laura Benanti’s performance.

What did you think of “The Sound of Music LIVE!”?

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