Katy Perry was a judge on ‘American Idol’ for seven years until she announced she was leaving the singing competition in February 2024. Here’s everything to know about why Katy Perry left ‘American Idol.

Carrie Underwood replaced Katy as a judge on 'American Idol,' but some fans miss the 'Teenage Dream' hitmaker. Find out why Katy left the show in 2024.

Katy Perry served as a judge on American Idol for seven seasons before departing the show following Season 22 in 2024. She announced her plans before the season began, revealing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that it was going to be her “last season” as a judge.

American Idol returned to ABC on Sunday for its 23rd season, with former champion Carrie Underwood joining the judging panel in place of Katy Perry.

Carrie Underwood's salary on American Idol has been unveiled and it has been revealed that she will me making less than half of what Katy Perry made on the series

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.”

From contestants who nearly botched their auditions, to folks who floored the judges, these tryouts from past "Idol" winners are some of the most memorable in the show's history.