When Katy Perry announced her departure from "American Idol," Carrie Underwood was the obvious pick to join the judging panel ...

Returning judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie are joined by country music star Carrie Underwood for this season of American ...

Former American Idol winner Carrie Underwood isn’t new to the show, but she is new to judging the show’s talent. Her return ...

Sonny Tennet wowed the 'American Idol' judges when he performed a cover of one of Lionel Richie's songs during his audition.