Season 22 of American Idol will mark Katy Perry’s 7th and final go around as a judge as she readies for something fresh.
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Perry revealed she’ll be parting ways with the singing competition during a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! saying she’s making way for new adventures.
“I love the show so much, but I want to go see the world and maybe bring new music,” she told Kimmel. “I think this will probably be my last show, my last season for Idol… It’s connected me with the heart of America, but I feel like I need to go out and feel that pulse to my own beat… let’s just say I’m creating space for my new wingspan.”
Before she flys away, Perry will enjoy one more season alongside fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, whom she’s judged alongside since 2018.
Catch what’s sure to be a memorable final season for Perry by tuning in to season 22 of American Idol beginning Sunday, February 18 on ABC.