Katy Perry recently expressed her thoughts on who should replace her as a judge on American Idol after her final season. She praised Jelly Roll for his appearance on the show, stating that she found him convincing and could see him succeeding in various areas like presidential candidacy or becoming a pastor. Perry emphasized the importance of honesty in a judge, stating that she appreciates someone who can tell the truth in a graceful manner.
In February, Perry announced on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that she would be leaving American Idol after a seven-season run. She expressed her love for the show and its connection to the heart of America but mentioned her desire to pursue other opportunities and march to the beat of her own drum. Perry hinted that her fellow judges, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, were unaware of her decision to leave and would find out that night. Despite her departure from Idol, Perry has plans for a major music festival in Brazil in September.
During her time on American Idol, Perry has had some memorable moments, including a wardrobe malfunction during a recent episode. She amusingly covered up the mishap as production crew members quickly fixed her top, joking that the show would get more than it wanted if her top was not secure. Perry lightheartedly mentioned to the contestant that their song had caused her wardrobe malfunction and emphasized that it was a family show. American Idol season 22 airs on ABC on Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. ET.
Perry’s departure from American Idol comes after a successful seven-season run on the show. She expressed her love for the series and its ability to connect her with the heart of America, but felt it was time to explore new opportunities and follow her own path. Perry mentioned her upcoming music festival in Brazil as one of the exciting projects on her horizon. Despite leaving the show, Perry shared her appreciation for the experience and the opportunity to work alongside fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.
As Perry bids farewell to American Idol, fans are left wondering who will replace her as a judge on the show. Perry’s endorsement of Jelly Roll as a potential candidate to join the judging panel further piques fans’ curiosity about the future of the series. With her departure, American Idol will see a shift in its judging lineup, creating new dynamics and possibilities for the upcoming seasons. Perry’s departure marks the end of an era on American Idol, but opens the door for fresh talent and personalities to step into her shoes and contribute to the show’s continued success.
