Why did Katy Perry leave American Idol in 2024?
11 march 2025 в 01:50
Katy Perry was an integral part of American Idol for seven years before her departure. The «Teenage Dream» artist brought all the boldness, humor, and fun to the judges' table alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. So why isn’t Katy participating in Idol in 2025? While viewers are excited about Carrie Underwood’s return to the show, some still miss their favorite pop star and her antics.
Keep reading to find out why Katy left American Idol in 2024.
Katy emphasized that she loved her time on Idol, but it was time to focus on releasing new music and raising her and Orlando Bloom’s daughter, Daisy. The «California Gurls» star announced her departure on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in February 2024.
«I mean, I love Idol so much. It connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse at my own rhythm», - Katy said at the time. «I've spent a lot of time in the studio, so [Lionel and Luke] understood that something was brewing. I love this show, but I want to go out and see the world, maybe bring new music».
Katy did indeed release new music in 2024 with the album 143.
Katy left American Idol for good as a judge, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t welcome as a guest. Celebrities and former judges have previously come on the show to fill in as judges.
Carrie consistently replaced Katy in the 25th season of Idol. The «Before He Cheats» star was confirmed to return to the show in August 2024.
«I've come a long way from being unknown to having tens of millions of people watching the show», - Carrie was heard saying in a promo released by Idol at the time. «I'm proud of everything I’ve achieved on the show, and I’m so proud of everything I’ve achieved since then».
Katy focused on her family and releasing new music. She announced her 2025 world tour titled The Lifetimes Tour. At the MTV Video Music Awards ceremony in September 2024, the pop star received the Video Vanguard Award, and her long-time partner, Orlando, presented Katy with the award. Before accepting the award, Orlando tenderly introduced Katy by her full name, Katheryn Hudson
Keep reading to find out why Katy left American Idol in 2024.
Katy emphasized that she loved her time on Idol, but it was time to focus on releasing new music and raising her and Orlando Bloom’s daughter, Daisy. The «California Gurls» star announced her departure on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in February 2024.
«I mean, I love Idol so much. It connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse at my own rhythm», - Katy said at the time. «I've spent a lot of time in the studio, so [Lionel and Luke] understood that something was brewing. I love this show, but I want to go out and see the world, maybe bring new music».
Katy did indeed release new music in 2024 with the album 143.
Katy left American Idol for good as a judge, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t welcome as a guest. Celebrities and former judges have previously come on the show to fill in as judges.
Carrie consistently replaced Katy in the 25th season of Idol. The «Before He Cheats» star was confirmed to return to the show in August 2024.
«I've come a long way from being unknown to having tens of millions of people watching the show», - Carrie was heard saying in a promo released by Idol at the time. «I'm proud of everything I’ve achieved on the show, and I’m so proud of everything I’ve achieved since then».
Katy focused on her family and releasing new music. She announced her 2025 world tour titled The Lifetimes Tour. At the MTV Video Music Awards ceremony in September 2024, the pop star received the Video Vanguard Award, and her long-time partner, Orlando, presented Katy with the award. Before accepting the award, Orlando tenderly introduced Katy by her full name, Katheryn Hudson
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