‘American Idol’ Winner Carrie Underwood Comes Full Circle as Show's Newest Judge

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Radar Online

It’s a full circle moment for former American Idol winner Carrie Underwoodwho has now replaced Katy Perry as the talent show’s newest judge, RadarOnline.com can reveal.

It’s been 19 years since Underwood won the competition in 2005, in the series’ fourth season.

The Before He Cheats singer will take her place alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie in her new role. Season 23 of ABC’s American Idol is slated to be back on air around February 2025. Over the years, Underwood had been on the show as a mentor, and she also performed during the competition’s 2022 finale. Producers had been searching f…

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