Carrie Underwood Joins 'American Idol' as Judge for Season 23
The country music star and Season 4 winner replaces Katy Perry, bringing her expertise to the judges' panel alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.
- Carrie Underwood, who won 'American Idol' in 2005, makes her judging debut in the show's 23rd season, premiering tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
- Underwood replaces Katy Perry, who left after Season 22 to focus on her music career and released her seventh album in September 2024.
- Longtime judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan return for the new season, continuing their roles on the ABC reboot since 2018.
- The season introduces a new 'artist in residence' role, with Grammy-nominated singer Jelly Roll mentoring contestants during Hollywood Week.
- Episodes will air weekly on Sundays and be available to stream on Hulu the next day, offering multiple viewing options for fans.