“American Idol” winner Carrie Underwood is expected to replace Katy Perry on the judging panel, according to Variety.
The “Jesus, Take the Wheel” singer won the fourth season of the popular singing competition show in 2005.
Representatives for Underwood did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s inquiry, and ABC had no comment.
Carrie Underwood is reportedly expected to join “American Idol” as a judge for season 23. (Getty Images)
Underwood recently announced an extension of her “Reflection” Las Vegas residency at Resorts World, with a number of shows added through spring 2025.
She began her residency in December 2021, and due to popular demand, has extended the series multiple times.
It is yet to be determined how her work in Sin City will affect filming and judging the singing competition.
A number of major stars have been rumored to take over for Perry after she revealed her departure from the show.
Former “Idol” contestant Adam Lambert told Andy Cohen on “Watch What Happens Live” that another country musician could make a fantastic host.
Underwood won “American Idol” in 2005. (Getty Images)
Adam Lambert competed on season eight of “American Idol.” (Dave Simpson/WireImage)
“I think LeAnn Rimes would be great,” he told Cohen.
“I just worked with LeAnn Rimes down in Australia on ‘The Voice,’ and she’s so lovely, so down to Earth — very spiritual and deep, but great sense of humor. I think she’d be good on the show.”
Perry announced in February on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that she would be leaving “American Idol” after seven seasons with the show.
“I mean, I love ‘Idol’ so much… It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat,” she added as she winked at the host.
Katy Perry sat in the judges’ seat with Lionel Richie, left, and Luke Bryan. (Disney/Eric McCandless via Getty Images)
Her suggestion for a replacement — country favorite Jelly Roll.
“I gotta say, Jelly Roll was crazy when he came on the show,” Perry told E! News. “I was convinced at anything he said. He could run for president. He could be my pastor. I might go back to church for him. He could sell me anything.”
She added, “To have any of these guys plus Jelly on the show would be amazing. I love you, Jelly!”
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