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The judges of American Idol 2025 in a photo booth.
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Bringing fresh hopefuls and a new judging line up, American Idol is back on screens for its 23rd season.
After seven seasons giving her opinion and advice to contestants, Katy Perry has stepped aside, with country music icon Carrie Underwood joining as a new judge alongside old hands Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Kicking off with auditions in New York, Los Angeles, and Nashville, Ryan Seacrest is back once more as host, alongside familiar show staples like golden tickets and show-stopping duets.
Expect heartfelt backstories, vocal acrobatics, and surprise twists as a new wave of singers look to replicate Abi Carter’s triumph as last year’s winner. Make sure you don’t miss a moment of the competition by following our guide
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