Carrie Underwood, the celebrated country music star and winner of the fourth season of ‘American Idol,’ is set to join the judging panel of the popular singing competition. Underwood will replace Katy Perry, who has stepped down to focus on her music career. Fans are eager to see what Underwood will bring to the table.
Key Takeaways
- Carrie Underwood will replace Katy Perry as a judge on ‘American Idol.’
- Underwood aims to be firm but kind in her judging style.
- She will join Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan on the panel.
Carrie Underwood’s Versatility
Underwood, who has been a dominant force in country music, expressed her excitement about joining the show. "I feel like I’ve been so blessed to obviously be so rooted in country music, but I’ve been able to be a part of many other genres of music as well," she said. "I mean, I’ve got a song with Papa Roach right now. It’s a lot of fun."
She emphasized her versatility, stating, "I like to think that I am versatile. Hopefully, when I listen to people come and audition, I can have any lens I need to put on in terms of what music I’m thinking."
Judging Style
Underwood hinted at her approach to judging, saying, "I think I can be honest and constructive but still kind. And I think that’s the whole point, ’cause people are coming in and, you know, it’s dreams. You’re a part of somebody’s story from that moment on. I think it’s important to be honest, but it’s also very important to be kind, so hopefully I can marry all of those together and be a good judge."
A Stellar Career
Carrie Underwood is the most successful ‘American Idol’ winner to date. She has won eight Grammys and a total of 25 accolades from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association. Her eight albums, including a greatest hits collection, have topped the U.S. country charts, with four also reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
The Show’s Legacy
‘American Idol,’ created by Simon Fuller, has been a staple in American television since its debut in 2002. The show ran on Fox for 15 seasons before being revived by ABC in 2018. Underwood will join Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan on the judging panel, continuing the show’s legacy of discovering new talent.
Katy Perry, who joined the show in its 16th season when it was rebooted by ABC, announced her departure earlier this year to focus on her music career. Perry made her last appearance on the show in May.
Fans are eagerly anticipating the new season and the fresh perspective that Carrie Underwood will bring to the judging panel.