Unfortunately, Luke Bryan will have to miss the first American Idol live show because the Country singer tested positive for COVID-19.
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In a statement released on social media on Monday, Bryan shared, "I'm sad to say I won't be a part of tonight's first live @AmericanIdol show. I tested positive for COVID but I'm doing well and look forward to being back at it soon."
ABC confirmed the news of Luke’s positive test and shared that former Idol judge, Paula Abdul will fill in as a guest judge alongside Lionel Richie and Katy Perry, as Bryan recovers in quarantine.
In a statement on Instagram ABC said, “Luke will be missed at our first #AmericanIdol LIVE show tonight, but he is resting now in quarantine at home and we're wishing him a speedy recovery.”
Abdul judged the reality show for ten seasons while the show aired on the FOX network. While she steps in for Bryan this will be the first time Abdul has appeared on the show since moving to ABC.
American Idol airs tonight at 8 PM ET on ABC.
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