Let’s all stand up and give a round of applause for American Idol‘s newest winner, Jamal Roberts!
After months of fierce competition, Season 23 of American Idol came to a dramatic close on May 18. Viewers watched as finalists Jamal Roberts, Breanna Nix, and John Foster gave it their all during an unforgettable three-hour finale, complete with powerhouse performances, emotional duets, and heartfelt commentary from judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan. In the end, Jamal was crowned the winner, walking away with the title, a $250,000 prize, and a major record deal.
While the spotlight rightfully belongs to Jamal, it’s impossible to ignore the constant presence of one man at the center of it all — longtime host Ryan Seacrest.
From ushering contestants onto the stage to announcing life-changing moments like Jamal’s big win, Ryan has been the voice of American Idol since its inception (minus a brief break during its network shift). But American Idol is just one of many massive ventures under Seacrest’s belt. Between hosting duties on radio and TV, producing hit reality shows, and launching his own brands, Ryan has built a media empire — and his net worth reflects that.
Let’s just say, it’s jaw-dropping. Stay tuned, because we’re breaking down just how much Ryan Seacrest is really worth — and how he earned every dollar.
