Simon Cowell

Simon Cowell is the top earner among television's prime-time men according to a new ranking from Forbes. The ‘American Idol’ judge took home an estimated $75 million this year.

American Idol is a reality competition to find new solo musical talent, created by Simon Fuller. It debuted on June 11, 2002 on the Fox network, and has since become one of the most popular shows on American television. Next »