Katy Perry Announces Departure from 'American Idol' After This Season

Perry Announces Departure on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

During an appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' on Monday night, Katy Perry revealed that she will be leaving 'American Idol' after the upcoming season, which airs on ABC this Sunday. This announcement came as a shock to fans, as the pop star has been a judge on the reality singing competition for seven years.

Perry stated, 'I think this probably will be my last show, my last season for 'Idol'.' She also shared that she will be performing at Rock in Rio music festival in Brazil this September, which she finds incredibly exciting. After wrapping up a two-year Las Vegas concert residency, Perry expressed her desire to travel and release new music, making this upcoming year a thrilling one for her.

While Perry has been a judge on ABC's revival of 'American Idol' since March 2018, her fellow judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie were unaware of her departure until her appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.' Perry revealed, 'Well, they'll find out tonight. I've been in the studio for awhile so they figured something is up.' Despite leaving the show, Perry didn't rule out a potential return in the future, stating, 'Maybe I'll come back if they have me one day.'

Perry's Representatives yet to Comment on Departure

CBS News reached out to Katy Perry's representatives on Tuesday for a comment on her departure from 'American Idol,' but has not received a response so far. Fans are eagerly waiting to hear more about Perry's future plans and her decision to leave the long-running singing competition show.

With Perry's departure, the upcoming season of 'American Idol' will mark the end of her era as a judge on the show. Viewers will surely miss her infectious energy and unique perspective as they tune in to watch the final season with her as the judge.

As Perry bids farewell to 'American Idol,' fans can expect her to focus on her music career and potentially embark on new ventures. Perry's impact on the show and the music industry as a whole will not be forgotten, and her departure marks the end of an era in the world of reality singing competitions.

About Katy Perry

Katy Perry is a popular pop star known for hits like 'California Gurls' and 'Firework.' With a successful music career and numerous awards under her belt, Perry has cemented her place as one of the industry's biggest stars. In addition to her music, Perry has also ventured into other areas of entertainment, including performing in Las Vegas and serving as a judge on 'American Idol.'

Born on October 25, 1984, in Santa Barbara, California, Katy Perry began her career in gospel music before transitioning to pop. She gained widespread recognition with her breakthrough album 'One of the Boys' in 2008, and has since released several chart-topping albums. Perry's energetic performances and catchy songs have earned her a dedicated fanbase, making her one of the most influential artists of her generation.