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Forget about the movie stars, being a successful TV star is where the big bucks are. From reality show judges to game-show hosts to plain old actors, these leading men are also leading the race to the bank. Here are the top ten male TV earners according to Forbes for 2009.
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The star:
Simon Cowell
The gig:
Judge on ‘American Idol’
Estimated earnings:
$75 million
The double duty:
In addition to dashing the hopes of aspiring U.S. singers, Cowell also has a successful show in Britain called the ‘X Factor’ and produces and publishes music during his down time.
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The star:
Donald Trump
The gig:
Host of ‘The Apprentice’
Estimated earnings:
$50 million
The double duty:
Although the Donald is currently known for his catch line ‘You’re Fired!’ he made his money in real estate and endorses a variety of products and services from booze to casinos to golf courses.
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The star:
Ryan Seacrest
The gig:
Host of ‘American Idol’
Estimated earnings:
$38 million
The double duty:
When you can’t see Seacrest on TV, you can usually hear him on the radio. His syndicated show is broadcast across the U.S. and around the world. He also works with E!News, ABC and develops and produces reality TV shows. Does this guy ever sleep?
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The star:
Charlie Sheen
The gig:
Star of ‘Two and a Half Men’
Estimated earnings:
$21 million
The double duty:
Unlike the top three on the list, Sheen doesn’t do much more work on the side. He has started to hawk the those bowling-inspired t-shirts his character wears in nearly every episode though.
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The star:
Steve Carell
The gig:
Star of ‘The office’
Estimated earnings:
$20 million
The double duty:
Carell brings his awkward antics to the big screen as well as the small, earning him big laughs as well as the big bucks.
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The star:
Howie Mandel
The gig:
Host of ‘Deal or No Deal’
Estimated earnings:
$15 million
The double duty:
This Canadian comic struck gold when his game show took off. He has since added a TV prank show series to his repertoire and also promotes online retailers.
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The star:
Kiefer Sutherland
The gig:
Star of ‘24’
Estimated earnings:
$13 million
The double duty:
This Canuck’s busy filming schedule -- and jail time – didn’t leave much time for extra projects but fans can expect to see him on the big screen in 2010.
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The star:
Jeff Foxworthy
The gig:
Host of ‘Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader?’
Estimated earnings:
$11 million
The double duty:
This TV host has extensive standup comedy records and has recently added a book to his resume.
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The star:
Hugh Laurie
The gig:
Star of ‘House’
Estimated earnings:
$10 million
The double duty:
This TV doctor earned some extra cash lending his voice to ‘Monsters vs. Aliens.’ He also plays in a band along with other TV stars, but they donate their proceeds to charity.
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The star:
David Caruso
The gig:
Star of ‘CSI: Miami’
Estimated earnings:
$9 million
The double duty:
If it ain’t broke, don't fix it. This in-demand TV star makes all of his cash from his salary from CSI.
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