katy perry Recently she hinted that she was going to spend some time 'American Idol' As the show nears its end, an 'Idol' alum wants to replace the 'ET' singer.
The singer-songwriter began serving as a judge in the 16th season in 2018. She is now set to continue her broadcasting career after six years.
With this recent news, many people began speculating who could take her place as judge, with some even suggesting the 'MeToo' singer. meghan trainer'Paper Hearts' artist tori kellyOthers.
Now, one 'Idol' alum has revealed that she would love to sit in Perry's chair after Season 22 airs.
'Idol' alum wants Katy Perry replaced next season
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Just days after Perry hinted that her 'Idol' career might be coming to an end. Jordyn Sparkswho won the show's sixth season at age 17, wants to replace the 'Last Friday Night' singer.
“I think this will be my last show and my last season of ‘Idol,’” Perry told Jimmy Kimmel on the late-night talk show, referring to “American Idol.” She said, “I love ‘Idol’ so much. i know. It connected me to the heart of America. But I guess I need to get out there and feel its pulse to my own beat. Do you know what I’m talking about, Jimmy?”
After hearing the news, Sparks took to X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, to express interest in judging the upcoming season, tagging the competition show.
“Hello @AmericanIdol —I hear a seat opening up at the judges’ table! I’ll put my name in the hat!”
Oh hi ah @American Idol—I hear a seat opening up at the judges' table! I'll put your name in the hat! 🙋🏻♀️
— Jordin Sparks (@JordinSparks) February 16, 2024
The singer's fans jumped at the suggestion, saying they would “love” if something like this happened. “Please. Honestly. I think an Og winner is exactly what we need,” one user said.
Another wrote: “This is going to be a disgusting comeback.”
A third expressed: “It would definitely be a smart move.”
Fans are rallying behind Jordin Sparks to replace Katy Perry as an 'Idol' judge.
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Others continued to respond to Sparks’ post: “This is the perfect choice. She wrote things like “She can guide them through what she has experienced!” Maybe a new star will be discovered… Just like the old days!” and “If you were a judge, you would actually watch.”
“Oh my god, this looks so amazing!” Another person chimed in.
Another fan said, “The winner of ‘Idol’, the artist in question will be the judge! Of course it makes sense. Please do this for your fans.”
There was an idea to bring in all the past 'Idol' winners to be judges, even if only for one season. “I always said they should do at least one, if not every season, with past winners! Imagine that, Kelly. [Clarkson]Carry [Underwood] & Fantasia,” they said.
Overall, the post received more than 100 responses, nearly 500 reposts and more than 6,000 likes.
Katy Perry will serve as a judge on the upcoming 22nd season of 'American Idol,' although a replacement has not been announced. The season premieres Sunday at 8 PM ET on ABC. The episode will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.