Katy Perry, American Idol

Why Did Katy Perry Leave “American Idol”? Inside the Pop Star's Decision to Exit the Series Ahead of Season 23
Katy Perry announced in February 2024 that she was leaving ‘American Idol’ after her seven-season run as a judge
Why Is Katy Perry Not on ‘American Idol’ 2025? The Reason
Carrie Underwood replaced Katy as a judge on ‘American Idol,’ but some fans miss the ‘Teenage Dream’ hitmaker. Find out why Katy left the show in 2024.
Why Carrie Underwood's "American Idol" Salary Is Half of Katy Perry's
Carrie Underwood is making her return to American Idol. After winning season 4 in 2005, she's joining Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie for the singing competition's 23rd season. The country music star is now taking a seat on the other side of the table as a judge—20 years after she took home the prize herself.
Why did Katy Perry leave American Idol?
That’s the question on American Idol fans’ minds as the new season kicks off without the singer. Katy became a fixture on American Idol when ABC rebooted the show. The Firework singer became part of the new judges panel with Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.
Is Carrie Underwood or Katy Perry the Better ‘American Idol’ Judge?
From one girl boss to another! Carrie Underwood made her debut as Katy Perry‘s replacement on American Idol during the Season 23 premiere on Sunday, March 9, prompting fans to debate about who’s the better judge for the singing competition.
American Idol fans spot missing detail in season 23 after Katy Perry's exit
American Idol returned to ABC on Sunday for its 23rd season, with former champion Carrie Underwood joining the judging panel in place of Katy Perry.
'American Idol' Showrunner Talks Bringing Carrie Underwood in After Katy Perry Exit, Inauguration Performance
When Katy Perry announced her departure from "American Idol," Carrie Underwood was the obvious pick to join the judging panel, according to showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick, saying "all roads led to Carrie.
‘It's Not Gonna Work.’ American Idol’s Lionel Richie And Luke Bryan Reveal The Songs They’re Tired Of Hearing During Auditions (And Same)
The new season of American Idol has arrived on ABC in the 2025 TV schedule, and Katy Perry’s replacement, Carrie Underwood, ...
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American Idol fans call out Luke Bryan for repeating odd facial expression
The latest run of American Idol has nudged judge Luke Bryan into the spotlight for a slightly quirky reason – viewers clocked ...