A country star will replace Katy Perry for American Idol season 23 and more to know!

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As a seasoned gamer of life and reality TV shows, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia as American Idol prepares for its 23rd season, with a familiar face stepping into a new role. Having grown up watching Randy, Paula, and Simon critique contestants, it feels surreal to see Carrie Underwood, one of those very contestants, joining the judges’ table.

Despite American Idol not coming back just yet, there’s been a lot of anticipation about who will replace Katy Perry on the judging panel for season 23. After announcing her departure from season 22, the popular music sensation has left an opportunity open for another big name in the music industry to guide new talent in the singing competition.

Contenders such as Miley Cyrus, P!nk, Meghan Trainor, and Kelly Clarkson were suggested, but it appears that Clarkson, the beloved original winner who has a talk show on the East Coast where she lives with her children, has chosen to stay put. So who will carry on the legacy? Another former star from the American Idol circle!

Carrie Underwood joins American Idol as a judge for season 23

For the very first time, a past competitor is stepping up as a judge in this show. She gained recognition on season 4, while Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell sat as judges. Now, she’ll switch places and evaluate contestants from behind the table.

Her time as a contestant will undoubtedly prove useful and advantageous for the singers competing for the number one spot in season 23, as she is well aware of their struggles. Underwood is a testament to the kind of success that American Idol can bring about. It’s been two decades since she initially auditioned, and her impact on music has become indelible. This is the aspiration these contestants harbor, should they be given the opportunity.

Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Ryan Seacrest will reprise their roles as judges and host respectively in the upcoming season. It’s likely that Seacrest and Underwood will reminisce about the past together, given that he was present when her career took off. Anticipate a collection of flashback video clips and tributes to that period of the competition.

Release date window

No fixed date has been given for the premiere of American Idol season 23, but it’s likely to debut in Spring 2025, potentially in March. Usually, the show launches new seasons in February, but a delay might occur because of ABC’s busy schedule. Stay tuned for further updates as they become available.

When American Idol season 23 auditions start

In the interim, auditions are about to commence. They start on Monday, August 12th, in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, but will extend across all 50 states and Washington D.C. These auditions will be live and virtual. Talented individuals will have a chance to showcase their skills before an ‘Idol’ producer, potentially progressing to the judge auditions. If you can’t make it for your state’s casting call, there will be open call dates. Here is the complete date list via ABC, and here’s the link to the audition website: [Website Link]

  • Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi (Aug 12)
  • Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas (Aug 14)
  • Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina (Aug 16)
  • Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Washington (Aug 19)
  • Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania (Aug 21)
  • Nationwide open call (Aug 23)
  • Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming (Aug 26)
  • Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin (Aug 28)
  • Florida, Michigan, Virginia, West Virginia (Aug 29)
  • West and Midwest open call (Sep 4)
  • Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, New Hampshire, Tennessee (Sep 6)
  • Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington D.C. (Sep 9)
  • Nationwide open call (Sep 11)
  • The South open call (Sep 13)
  • East Coast open call (Sep 17)

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2024-08-01 23:28