AN A-LIST country star has slammed American Idol for rejecting her audition before she found success outside the show.

The singer opened up about being thrown away by the competition series during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.

An A-List country star slammed American Idol for rejecting her auditionCredit: Getty

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Mickey Guyton onstage during the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 01, 2021Credit: Getty
On Sunday, a clip of Andy’s interview with country music star Mickey Guyton, 41, was posted on Instagram.

In the video, a fan called in and asked, “What was your American Idol audition process?” but was interrupted by the Make It Me singer.

“You didn’t?” the embarrassed fan questioned.

“I did!” Mickey quickly corrected.

“She didn’t make it which we can’t believe,” Andy, 56, chimed.

Mickey continued, “I did not. They threw me away.”

The host asked, “Who won the season you didn’t get on?”

“David Cook,” Mickely answered.

Andy sarcastically replied, “David Cook? Well, okay. He’s having quite a career.”

“Sorry, I’m just kidding. I’m so shady,” he admitted before adding, “I’m gassing up Mickey.”

The fan then asked, “Have you heard from any of the judges now that you’ve become a bonafide superstar?”

“You know what’s funny? I have,” Mickey replied.

She continued, “I heard from Mr. Randy Jackson and he has been very lovey to me.

Who are the past American Idol winners?

The previous American Idol winners include:

Kelly Clarkson (2002)

Ruben Studdard (2003)

Fantasia Barrino (2004)

Carrie Underwood (2005)

Taylor Hicks (2006)

Jordin Sparks (2007)

David Cook (2008)

Kris Allen (2009)

Lee DeWyze (2010)

Scotty McCreery (2011)

Phillip Phillips (2012)

Candice Glover (2013)

Caleb Johnson (2014)

Nick Fradiani (2015)

Trent Harmon (2016)

Maddie Poppe (2018)

Laine Hardy (2019)

Just Sam (2020)

Chayce Beckham (2021)

Noah Thompson (2022)

Iam Tongi (2023)

“I’m sure Simon and Paula at the time did not remember me but yes, I have heard from Randy Jackson – and he has been so lovely,” Mikey added.

Even though Mickey’s audition didn’t air that season, she went on to have a successful musical career.

The Nothing Compares to You singer has been nominated for multiple Grammys, CMA Awards, and CMT Awards.

GETTING CARRIE-D AWAY

Season 4 American Idol winner Carrie Underwood, 41, recently returned to the show as a judge for Season 23 of the singing competition.

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Mickey Guyton said she was thrown away by American Idol when she auditioned for the showCredit: Instagram/bravowwhl

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David Cook would go on to win the season, Season 7, in which she auditionedCredit: Reuters
Fans admitted to being divided over her joining the show. Some were apprehensive about the country music star’s judging abilities, while others hoped she wouldn’t be “boring.”

Last week, the American Idol Instagram page posted the first cities the show will visit as auditions commence.

Eligible contestants from Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi are welcome to audition on Monday, August 12, 2024.

Show judge Luke Bryan, 48, posted the entire Idol Across America schedule on Instagram with the caption, “Hey Carrie Underwood, underwood, Lionel Richie, and Ryan Seacrest, this is gonna be one of the most amazin’ seasons EVER!

“P.S. Carrie, the view is different from the desk, you’re gonna love it!”

In the post’s comment section, several Idol fans aired their hesitation about Carrie joining Luke and Lionel Richie, 74, behind the judges’ table.

One fan wrote, “Carrie is a great artist and person, but I’m not sure about her as a judge. Mentor, yes.”

“Just hope she’s not boring,” added a second.

“Katy was the best… She has big shoes to fill,” mentioned a third referring to the previous judge Katy Perry.

A fourth fan commented, “Hopefully she has a good sense of humor because Luke is funny and makes the show.”

Other commenters had a much more positive outlook on the hitmaker taking over for Katy.

“Carrie Underwood is going to make a fantastic judge! I cannot wait to see her goof around with Luke and Lionel!” wrote one enthusiastic user.

“This is an awesome trio! I may start watching Idol again! Katy Perry was a bit much,” mentioned another.

A third wrote, “I’ll miss Katy, but Carrie is a great replacement how cool!”

“Carrie, perfect choice!!” remarked a fourth.

Carrie commemorated the start of Idol Across America with an Instagram post featuring a photo of her first audition.

She captioned the throwback photo, ” 8/11/2004. 20 years ago I auditioned for the judges of American Idol, and today I am now one of those judges searching for someone who wants to BE AN IDOL! It all starts with an audition… will we #CUonIDOL?”

KATY’S REPLACEMENT

One fan commented, “So glad to see you back on American Idol Carrie Underwood. Welcome home.

Carrie was selected to replace Katy, 39, as a judge on American Idol.

Earlier this year, the Idol judge revealed she’d be leaving the show after seven seasons to focus on her music.

Last month, Deadline reported that Carrie is set to sit alongside Luke, 47, and Lionel, 74, for the show’s 23rd season (Season 8 with ABC).

The show originally aired on FOX but ended its run in 2016.

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Mickey revealed that Randy Jackson reached out to her after she found success but admitted that Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell probably didn’t remember herCredit: Reuters

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Mickey Guyton at the 2024 ESSENCE Festival of Culture on July 05, 2024Credit: Getty

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Carrie Underwood during the GMA Summer Concert Series on August 2, 2024Credit: The Mega Agency