As it turns out, "American Idol" can make you a multi-millionaire. According to Wealthy Genius, Ruben Studdard is worth an estimated $3 million, which he started accruing when he won the singing competition series' second season. The crooner has released multiple albums, including 2011's "Letters from Birmingham," 2009's "Love Is," 2004's "I Need an Angel," and more (via Celebrity Net Worth).
According to Wealthy Genius, Studdard's debut album, "Soulful," remains his highest charting album to date, debuting at No. 1 on Billboard's charts. While his other albums haven't climbed as high on the charts, Studdard has a loyal group of listeners that follow and support him, and his ventures remain successful. He's even taken to the stage in recent years, having appeared in the musicals "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Heaven I Need a Hug."
Celebrity Net Worth notes that he's been on several television series too, including "Eve," "Simple Rules," and "All of Us." He even appeared on a season of "The Biggest Loser," per Wealthy Genius, where he not only lost over 100 pounds but also debuted his then-lead single "Meant to Be" at the show's season finale.
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