Carrie Underwood‘s return to “American Idol” was supposed to be a triumphant full-circle moment for the country superstar.

With 'American Idol' coming back for season 24 in 2026, is Carrie Underwood returning to the show as a judge? Read what she ...

American Idol recently finished its 23rd season on the 2025 TV schedule, with Jamal Roberts outsinging the competition to win ...

Another season of American Idol has officially come and gone. On Sunday, May 18, judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, plus host Ryan Seacrest officially bid farewell to season ...

Carrie Underwood may have closed out her first season as an American Idol judge with a bang, racking in high ratings and viewership, but her future on the show remains up in the air. Though producers ...

From tearful auditions to awkward eliminations, Carrie Underwood never looked fully comfortable behind that judges’ desk ...

Carrie Underwood lived a full-circle moment as she joined ‘American Idol’ Season 23 as a judge, 20 years after winning the music competition herself (Carrie Underwood/Instagram) LOS ANGELES, ...

Underwood's presence offered both nostalgic appeal and valuable critique. According to showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick, Carrie “really had to carve out her own role. She was stepping into the shoes ...

Winning “American Idol” is a life-changing moment for contestants, so they’re naturally gripped by anticipation while ...

E! News catches up with 'American Idol' judge Carrie Underwood at the season finale. Plus, Jessica Simpson performs during the show and dishes on a possible tour.

Carrie Underwood’s return to American Idol as a judge in Season 23 has been met with mixed reactions, leading to speculation about her future on the show. Her journey from contestant to judge ...