LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 17: ***EXCLUSIVE ACCESS*** (L-R) Judges Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell live on American Idol March 17, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.

Hopes were high for Carrie Underwood as an American Idol season 23 judge, but, unfortunately, she didn't seem to like being ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Here's what to know about Season 23 of "American Idol," including how to tune in. Long-time judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan are joined by Carrie ...

"American Idol" is kicking off its 23rd season with a bang. During Sunday's episode of the singing competition show, judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan were left nearly ...

American Idol will have a new yet familiar face at the judge’s table this season. Carrie Underwood returns to where it all began for her 20 years ago, this time as a judge. As Monsters and ...

The “American Idol” Season 4 winner and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee will take the seat left behind by former judge Katy Perry, who announced her departure in February. The “Woman’s ...

While “American Idol” viewers will decide which outstanding contestant will reign supreme this season, the judges once again played a role in selecting who was saved — and who went home — ...

An "American Idol" contestant brought a personal story to his audition that moved the judges Sunday night. Freddie McClendon appeared on Sunday's episode of "American Idol" to honor his late ...

The "American Idol" judges are weighing in on why they think any of the top three contenders could take the title. Breanna Nix, a 25-year-old stay-at-home mom from Texas, is one of three singers ...

More: Carrie Underwood slated to replace Katy Perry as 'American Idol' judge This summer, the "Before He Cheats" singer Carrie Underwood confirmed she would be replacing Katy Perry as a judge on ...

Another Season of American Idol has come and gone. Season 22 crowned winner Abi Carter Sunday night, and judge Katy Perry bid the show farewell. Perry sat at the judges’ panel for seven seasons ...