Los Angeles, California – Katy Perry has announced that the upcoming 22nd season of “American Idol” will be her final one. The singer, who has been a judge on the show since it was revived by ABC in 2018, revealed this during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Monday night.
Perry, who has been a judge on the show for seven seasons, cited a music festival in Brazil as one of the reasons for her departure. She expressed excitement about the festival and hinted at new music and a possible world tour. The news came as a surprise to the audience and Perry mentioned that her fellow judges would find out about her decision that night.
Later on Monday, Perry confirmed her departure from “American Idol” in a post on her Instagram account. The announcement marks the end of her tenure as a judge on the popular singing competition show.
The departure of Katy Perry from “American Idol” raises questions about the future makeup of the judging panel and the dynamics of the show. It also opens up opportunities for new judges to join Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan on the show.
Perry’s role on “American Idol” has connected her with audiences and has been a source of entertainment for fans of the show. Her departure signals a new chapter for both the singer and the show, as fans eagerly await the new season and the changes that it will bring.
The news of Perry’s last season on “American Idol” has sparked discussions and speculation among fans and industry insiders. It will be interesting to see how the show adapts to the departure of one of its long-time judges and how it continues to evolve in future seasons.