Kelly Clarkson reveals ‘lying’ ‘American Idol’ stiffed her on $1 million prize, new car

Kelly Clarkson reveals ‘lying’ ‘American Idol’ stiffed her on $1 million prize, new car

Kelly Clarkson accused “American Idol” of “lying” about the $1 million check that she was supposed to receive after becoming the singing competition’s very first winner.

The 43-year-old “Since U Been Gone” songstress made the bombshell claim during Tuesday’s episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” where she was joined by “Harry Potter” actor Daniel Radcliffe and reality star Rob Rausch.

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