The return of Carrie Underwood to "American Idol" as a judge has sent shockwaves through the music world, but whispers of a possible pay disparity are adding a new layer of intrigue. While the news of her return is undoubtedly exciting for fans and the show's producers, a recent report suggests that Underwood might be taking a significant pay cut compared to her predecessor, Katy Perry.
An ABC source has revealed that the network and producers were initially hoping to bring Miley Cyrus on board to replace Perry, but her asking price was considered too high, especially given the fact that Perry's hefty salary was considered an outlier.
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