‘American Idol’: Carrie Underwood’s ‘Big Problem’ With Being a Judge
Carrie Underwood‘s triumphant return to American Idol as a judge has one “big problem.” She spilled details of the dilemma that could cause major issues as she returns to the show that launched her blockbuster career.
Carrie Underwood’s uphill battle because she can’t do one thing as a judge
As she returns to American Idol to sit behind the judge’s table, Carrie Underwood faces her biggest uphill battle. The superstar singer won’t be able to play nice.
She told ABC News about one troubling issue she won’t be able to overcome: “I do have a big problem. I can’t lie.” This could pose a problem for Underwood as she tries to balance being a professional and showing a compassionate side in her new role.
Underwood continued, “I just can’t. You can tell. I feel like I’ll be very honest, but hopefully, I can be very constructive and encouraging.”
Carrie Underwood says ‘American Idol’ return ‘feels like home’
Carrie Underwood discussed her American Idol return after performing on Good Morning America‘s concert series. “There’s so many people that even still work on the show that were there from when I was a contestant.”
She added, “I hope that being on both sides of the coin, I can offer some insight and help.” However, if viewers think they’ll see a tough side of the country superstar, think again. She admits she’s anything but.
“Just ask my kids,” said Underwood. She and her husband, Mike Fisher, have two children: Isaiah, 9, and Jacob, 5.
‘American Idol’ announced the former winner would return for season 8
Carrie Underwood was an aspiring singer when first learning auditions for American Idol were being held for season 4. Then, the 21-year-old took a chance on fame and fortune after admitting that, from a young age, she had always wanted to be a singer.
“I remember being at home in our little house in Checotah and seeing on TV that there were auditions in St. Louis,” Underwood said in a video shared by the series on Instagram. “My mom said, ‘If you wanna go, I’ll drive you.’”
“I went from nobody knowing my name to tens of millions of people watching the show. I’m proud of everything that I was able to accomplish on the show, and I’m so proud of everything that I’ve accomplished since,” Underwood added. “Even if I go far away, this is my home.”
Since then, Carrie Underwood has become an award-winning, multimillion-selling recording artist, entrepreneur, and author—achievements she might not have reached if she had never set foot on the Idol stage.
The upcoming season of American Idol, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, returns in spring 2025 on ABC and Hulu.
