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Why Luke Bryan Isn't Shocked About Katy Perry's Departure From American Idol

Katy Perry announced she's set to leave American Idol at the end of season 22, and fellow judge Luke Bryan wasn't surprised by the decision, saying, "I had heard whispers."

April 8, 2024

‘American Idol’ Sneak Peek: Katy Perry’s Jaw Drops During an Adele Homage!

In this exclusive clip from 'American Idol' Hollywood Week, contestant from Australia Jordan Anthony wows judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.

April 1, 2024

'American Idol' Judges Say Contestants Blacked Out During Hollywood Week Performances

E! News sat down with 'American Idol' host Ryan Seacret as well as judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan to find out how the season 22 contestants are surviving the competition in Hollywood Week.

March 26, 2024

‘Bachelor’ Alum Juan Pablo’s Daughter Auditions for ‘American Idol’

Ten years after fans watched Juan Pablo Galavis star on The Bachelor, his daughter Camila, 14, auditions for American Idol.

March 25, 2024

Riley Strain's Death Appears "Accidental," Police Say

Police are confirming new details about the death of University of Missouri student Riley Strain.

March 25, 2024

Nashville Police Find Body of Missing Missouri Student Riley Strain

Nashville police announce they have recovered the body of missing Missouri college student Riley Strain from the Cumberland River in West Nashville.

March 22, 2024

Katy Perry Wears Butt Revealing Dress in Risqué Red Carpet Look

Katy Perry is taking her daring fashion to the next level at the Billboard Women in Music Awards March 6th. See the pop star's butt revealing look!

March 7, 2024

Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Wows ‘American Idol’ Judges With Emotional Performance

Emmy Russell, granddaughter of music legend Loretta Lynn, auditions for season 22 of American Idol and wowed judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan with her songwriting skills.

February 27, 2024

Loretta Lynn's Granddaughter Auditions for American Idol: Here's How She Did

Emmy Russell, granddaughter of music legend Loretta Lynn, auditioned for season 22 of American Idol and wowed judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan with her songwriting skills.

February 26, 2024

What Your Favorite American Idol Stars Are Up to Now

We got a hot one tonight! Check out what your favorite American Idol stars have been up to since their time on the show.

February 18, 2024

Katy Perry Reveals She's LEAVING 'American Idol' After 7 Seasons

Katy Perry announces that the upcoming 22nd season of ‘American Idol’ will be her last as a judge.

February 13, 2024

Katy Perry Is Leaving American Idol After 7 Seasons

Katy Perry announced the upcoming 22nd season of American Idol will be her last as a judge.

February 13, 2024

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See Why the First American Idol Season 22 Teaser Is Music to Our Ears

E! News’ exclusive first look at American Idol season 22 shows judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan embarking on the singing competition’s hometown visits.

November 8, 2023

Will Katy Perry Return to American Idol After Last Season's Drama?

Katy Perry faced backlash multiple times in season 21 of "American Idol," including being booed and accused of mom-shaming. Find out if she'll be back for season 22!

July 25, 2023

Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan's American Idol Fate Revealed

Find out if American Idol judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan are returning for the ABC singing competition's upcoming 22nd season.

July 25, 2023

Luke Bryan Defends Katy Perry From Critics After American Idol Backlash

Luke Bryan recently addressed the criticism fellow American Idol judge Katy Perry faced from viewers during this past season of the singing competition series.

June 14, 2023

Katy Perry Encourages Mom She "Shamed" on American Idol Not to Quit

On the April 2 episode of American Idol, judge Katy Perry attempted to convince Sara Beth Liebe—whom previously called out for Katy "mom shaming" her—to stay in the competition.

April 3, 2023

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American Idol Sneak Peek: Luke Bryan Uses Phone to Film Katy Perry's "Full Body Chills"

In an exclusive sneak peek of the April 3 episode of American Idol, a performance of Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" had Katy Perry break out in goosebumps. See the evidence.

April 3, 2023

Katy Perry Gets Called Out By American Idol Contestant For "Mom Shaming"

After judge Katy Perry made a joke about a young American Idol hopeful already having three kids, the 25-year-old contestant fired back at Katy on TikTok. Find out what she said.

March 22, 2023

How an American Idol Contestant Used the Show to Get Revenge on a Classmate Who "Kanye'd" Her

On the March 12 episode of American Idol, contestant Amara Valerio had one heck of an audition story for judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. Find out how Kanye West was involved.

March 14, 2023

Luke Bryan, Kane Brown and Chris Stapleton Set to Headline Stagecoach 2023

Country music’s biggest festival of the year is coming back to Indio, Calif. See the full lineup for Stagecoach 2023, including performances from Old Dominion, Gabby Barrett and more.

September 12, 2022

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Why Luke Bryan's Sons Could Push the Country Singer to "Slow It Down"

In an exclusive interview with E! News, American Idol judge Luke Bryan explained how he tries to balance family and fatherhood with his Las Vegas residency and Farm Tour.

September 12, 2022

American Idol Crowns Season 20 Champion: Find Out Who Won

The American Idol season 20 finale saw Sara Bareilles, Michael Bublé, Ben Platt and more stars perform before crowning winner Noah Thompson.

May 23, 2022