Katy Perry shocked American Idol viewers during Monday night's episode by announcing her departure from the show after seven seasons. The unexpected news came during her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where she revealed her decision.
Although Katy expressed her affection for American Idol and its role in connecting her with the essence of America, she mentioned feeling the need to follow her own rhythm and explore new opportunities.
When questioned about the reactions of her fellow judges, Katy remained enigmatic, hinting that they would discover the news that night, leaving fans curious about Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan's responses.
Joining American Idol in 2018 for its revived 16th season on ABC, Katy Perry became a fixture for seven seasons, alongside fellow music luminaries Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan.
On social media, fans shared their surprise and speculated about Perry's next steps, with some expressing sadness over her departure and others speculating about the possibility of a new album on the horizon.
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