Carrie Underwood set as Katy Perry's 'American Idol' replacement: Reports

KiMi Robinson, 7/31/2024Carrie Underwood will return to "American Idol" as a judge for Season 23, replacing Katy Perry, who departs after seven seasons. Underwood, a Season 4 winner, joins Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, bringing her star power back to the show nearly 20 years after her iconic win.