Lionel Richie Declares Return to ‘American Idol’ Judges Panel for Season 25 Amid Health Woes | Simply Jared
Lionel Richie has formally confirmed he’s returning to American Idol!
During Luke Bryan‘s star-studded Luke Bryan & Friends live performance at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Thursday (September 24), Luke, Lionel, and Carrie Underwood all introduced that they’re returning to the ABC singing competitors present’s judging panel for the upcoming twenty fifth season.
Luke and Carrie made the announcement stay on stage whereas Lionel appeared video on display screen amid his current well being woes.
“Hello Nashville! Look at this stunning crowd,” Lionel started.
“Now, let me inform you one thing. Some of my biggest friendships have began proper right here in Nashville, Tennessee,” he continued. “That contains you, Carrie and Luke. Do you need to share our secret?”
“Well, I’m so stunned that I’ve been capable of hold this a secret,” Luke mentioned. “Are you prepared, Carrie?”
“I’m prepared,” replied Carrie.
“We’re coming again for the twenty fifth season of American Idol, women and gents,” Luke declared because the viewers erupted in cheers.
“And after all, what would American Idol be with out Mr. Ryan Seacrest? He might be again as nicely,” Carrie confirmed.
“So go inform somebody to audition,” Luke added. “It’s going to be legendary.”
If you haven’t see, Lionel has been facing a lot of health issues in current months. After it was reported earlier this week that he was again within the hospital, Lionel‘s rep confirmed he underwent a procedure for Atrial fibrillation.
Season 25 of American Idol premieres on ABC in spring 2027. It was simply introduced that the present will now not be filmed in Hollywood. Find out where it’s moving to.
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