American Idol, Katy Perry and Premiere

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.”
What time does 'American Idol' start? Premiere date, judges, where to watch Season 23
"American Idol" returns to television with a new season on Sunday, March 9. Here's what to know about the two-hour premiere and how to watch it.
‘American Idol’ Showrunner Issues 4-Word Statement Over Carrie Underwood Backlash, Name-Drops Katy Perry
American Idol' showrunner addresses the recent backlash surrounding former winner and current judge, Carrie Underwood.
How to watch the ‘American Idol’ 2025 season premiere for free
An all-new season of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Stream the first episode for free with a Fubo free trial.
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.
Watch: Carrie Underwood reacts to her ‘American Idol’ audition from Season 4
The country singer looks back at her song choice and the judges' reactions from her 2004 audition in St. Louis, Missouri.
When does ‘American Idol’ season 23 premiere? See the date, time, schedule, and judges
Season 23 of “American Idol” premieres on ABC on Sunday, March 9, at 8 p.m. EST. The new episodes will mark Carrie Underwood’s first season as a judge. She won season 4 of “American Idol” in 2005 before going on to have a successful music career, winning eight Grammys to date.
'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.
Charlotte singer and musician auditioning for new season of ‘American Idol’
A local musician from Charlotte is taking his shot at stardom in the newest season of “American Idol.” Singer songwriter Josh King will be one of the many artists across the country auditioning for the hit singing competition.
As Carrie Underwood’s First Season As An American Idol Judge Begins, The Showrunner Weighs In On One Big ‘Decision’ She Made
Katy Perry, who was a judge on our show, sang at the last inauguration as well, so isn’t that great that two American Idol judges sang at the last two inaugurations. Megan Michaels Wolflick also pointed out that Carrie Underwood “handled very well” the technical difficulties her inauguration performance faced.
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.
'American Idol' 2025 has 4 Arizona contestants. Tune in tonight
Four Arizonans will compete on "American Idol" Season 23. It premieres on March 9 with Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, Luke ...
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When does 'American Idol' 2025 start? The Season 23 judges, when it airs and where to watch
Replacing her will be singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood, who won Season 4 of the show herself ... Here's when "American Idol" 2025 starts, who the judges are this season and where to ...