American Idol, Carrie Underwood and Season 23

When is 'American Idol' on? How to watch Season 23 with country star Carrie Underwood
America's favorite reality singing competition show has returned for Season 23. Here's how to watch the new season, with new judge Carrie Underwood.
As Carrie Underwood’s First Season As An American Idol Judge Begins, The Showrunner Weighs In On One Big ‘Decision’ She Made
Carrie Underwood’s big “decision” before American Idol’s premiere.
'American Idol' Showrunner Talks Bringing Carrie Underwood in After Katy Perry Exit, Inauguration Performance
"Katy was a huge cornerstone of 'American Idol' as far as a presence and a personality, so you can never replace her -- It's just a new era of the show," Michaels Wolflick said. P
Is Carrie Underwood or Katy Perry the Better ‘American Idol’ Judge? Fans Weigh In After Premiere
Underwood received rave reviews for her first episode, with many viewers taking to X to admit that they prefer her over Perry. “Carrie is so much better than Katy Perry,” one person wrote. Another said, “Jukebox Carrie Underwood is way better than Katy Perry sorry not sorry,” and someone else added, “Hate to say this… I’m glad Katy left.”
'American Idol' producer says it's 'great' Carrie Underwood performed at Trump inauguration
Producer Megan Michaels Wolflick said it was "great" that two "American Idol" judges had performed at the last two presidential inaugurations.
Carrie Underwood Is Exposed as a Major Nu-Metal Fan on ‘American Idol'
As he begins to belt the lyrics and head bang along to the beat, Underwood is seen grooving and singing with Insit
Carrie Underwood Returns to American Idol in Season 23
But this year will feel a little different with Katy Perry stepping down. Perry has served as a judge since the series was rebooted in Season 16. After Season 22, Perry turned her attention to releasing music and touring.
Why Did Katy Perry Leave American Idol? Inside the Pop Star's Decision to Exit the Series Ahead of Season 23
Katy Perry was a judge on ‘American Idol’ for seven years until she announced she was leaving the singing competition in ...
Why Did Katy Perry Leave ‘American Idol’? Inside Her Departure Decision After 7 Seasons
Katy Perry served as a judge on American Idol for seven seasons before departing the show following Season 22 in 2024. She ...
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 ...
‘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’ Spotlighted The Son Of Backstreet Boys Legend Brian Littrell: How To Watch New Episodes On Hulu
The first episode of the beloved singing competition American Idol finally premiered last night on ABC. The newest season ...