After Katy Perry left "American Idol" in 2024, country music star Carrie Underwood was announced as the show's new third judge for its 23rd season, joining Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.

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American Idol Videos {playlisttitle} 'You've Got A Friend In Me' by Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie ...

We're months away from seeing Carrie Underwood's debut as an American Idol judge — and Luke Bryan has something ... Perry and joining both Luke and Lionel Richie as judges alongside returning ...

In a video previewing the upcoming season of American Idol, singer-songwriter Carrie Underwood steps into the judges' seat.

With Carrie Underwood taking over as a judge after Katy Perry left, an American Idol insider suggests everyone is "much happier" at the show.

A production insider recently revealed that Carrie Underwood's entry as a judge has changed the entire atmosphere of 'American Idol' ...

American Idol fans couldn't handle their emotions after a viral video teased the legendary return of Season 4 winner Carrie Underwood-not as a contestant, but as a judge.