00:00I literally was on the show and they were like, oh, you win a million dollars or whatever. No,
00:04no, no, no. No, you didn't. They lied. You did not.
00:07Kelly Clarkson is claiming the prize she was promised after winning the first season of
00:11American Idol wasn't exactly what it seemed. We've got more on Clarkson's surprising revelation
00:16and what she says she actually received in today's Page Six headlines. Clarkson made the claim during
00:21Tuesday's episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show while chatting with Daniel Radcliffe and reality star
00:26Rob Roush, who revealed he still hasn't received his Trader's winnings. The singer said when she
00:32won American Idol in 2002, the show promised a million dollar prize, but she later learned it
00:37was really a million dollars worth of investment in her career. Clarkson also said she was told
00:42she'd receive a car, but never actually got one, despite needing it after her own vehicle had been
00:47damaged. She even joked about being shocked when runner-up Clay Aiken of season two later told her
00:53he and his mom received cars. Clarkson ultimately launched a chart-topping career after her big win
00:59and now she's looking back at those early promises with a bit of disbelief. Next, Meghan Markle is
01:04facing criticism over the steep price tag attached to a luxury retreat she's set to headline in
01:10Australia. The Duchess of Sussex is scheduled to appear at a women's retreat tied to the Her Best
01:15Life podcast, where ticket prices range from about $1,930 for early bird access to roughly $2,288
01:24for VIP packages. The event promises relaxation, conversations, and a gala dinner featuring an
01:31in-person discussion with Markle, plus perks like a group photo and a goodie bag for VIP attendees.
01:37Supporters say it's a chance for guests to connect with Markle and hear her personal perspective,
01:41but critics argue the pricey event feels more like a commercial venture built around access
01:46to the former royal. Some branding experts have also questioned whether her latest project
01:51aligns with her image as an entrepreneur and advocate. The retreat is expected to take place
01:56when Meghan and Prince Harry travel to Australia later this year. And finally, Sam Asghari is continuing
02:02to speak out after his ex-wife Britney Spears' recent DUI arrest. Appearing on Piers Morgan Uncensored,
02:08the actor defended the pop star and compared her struggles to oppression faced by women in Iran.
02:14In a way, not comparing the situation whatsoever, she was also oppressed by many people that took
02:19advantage of her and sort of had the same experience as women do in Iran.
02:24He added that he still respects and admires the singer after their seven-year relationship and
02:29brief marriage, saying,
02:30If she made a mistake, I really think she's a strong woman and can come back from this.
02:35Spears was arrested earlier this month on suspicion of driving under the
02:38influence and is scheduled to appear in court in May. For more of today's biggest stories,
02:43head to page6.com.
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