It appears those issues have been resolved, and that Minaj would earn $8 million for her participation on the show, in addition to an extra allowance for wardrobe, hair and makeup.

Urban, who’s married to Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, has reportedly agreed to become a judge for a salary of $3 to $4 million.  Mariah Carey, the only officially-announced judge, is said to be getting in the neighborhood of $18 million.

Katy Perry turned down 20 million. 

It’s still unclear if original judge Randy Jackson will hang on or become a mentor.  According to THR, if the show’s producers can find another judge for the right price, he might be moved off the panel.  In a related story,  E! News said Miley Cyrus is no longer in consideration for a spot on the show — reportedly,  discussions with the star never got very far and she never seriously contemplated taking the job.