Katy Perry on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Feb. 12, 2024.Photo:ABC
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Katy Perryis leavingAmerican Idol.
The singer andIdoljudge, 39, announced her exit from the show after seven seasons onJimmy Kimmel Live!Monday as she teased she has more projects, including new music, to come later in 2024.
“I think this probably will be my last show, my last season forIdol,” Perry confirmed. “I mean I loveIdolso much. It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat, you what I’m saying Jimmy?” she added, winking at hostJimmy Kimmel.
When asked what her fellowIdoljudgesLuke BryanandLionel Richiesaid about her leaving, Perry responded, “Well they’ll find out tonight!”
She then explained that her co-judges “know that I have some things planned for this year,” adding, “So it’s going to be a very, very exciting year … for all popstar girlies!”
The “Roar” singer added of Bryan, 47, and Richie, 74, “I love them so much,” as she also shared that the pair were aware of her plans to exitIdolafter seeing her “in the studio."
“They figure I’ve been in the studio for a while so they figured something is coming,” she continued. “I love the show so much but I wanna go and see the world and maybe bring new music.”
Perry is leaving ‘American Idol’ after judging for seven season on the show.Eric McCandless/ABC via Getty
Eric McCandless/ABC via Getty
Kimmel, 56, also grilled Perry about who could potentially replace her and if there will be a “coronation ceremony” where she hands over her crown. “Let’s just say I’m creating space for my new wingspan," Perry teased in response.
In July 2023, ABC announced the return of Perry, Bryan and Richie as judges for season 22, the first episode of which airs Feb. 18.
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As for a possible return to the series, Perry told Kimmel she’d be open to the idea, saying, “Maybe I’ll come back if they’ll have me one day!"
“I’m sure they’ll be very happy to have you and if it turns out you want to come back I’m sure they’ll fire whoever replaces you,” he joked.
source: people.com
