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Lionel Richie has a few words of wisdom to share with Carrie Underwood, as she prepares to take Katy Perry’s seat on the "American Idol" judging panel.
Lionel Richie is making his voice heard. The 70-year-old star is set to return to the new season of "American Idol" -- airing on Sunday -- and in a sneak peek at what's to come, it appears Richie ...
Lionel Richie is speaking out after his fellow American Idol judge Katy Perry revealed that the upcoming 22nd season will be her last. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday, the ...
Lionel Richie said he is “not mad” Katy Perry is leaving “American Idol.” Disney Richie said that he and Bryan weren’t aware of Perry’s decision before she revealed her news on Monday.
American Idol returns for its 20 th season. Lionel Richie spoke about the close friendship with Luke Bryan and Katy Perry that have developed over the years. Here’s what he had to say.
Lionel Richie opened up about Katy Perry's impending departure from 'American Idol' during an appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Thursday night.
American Idol judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie are thrilled that country music superstar Carrie Underwood will be joining them on the judging panel after Katy Perry's exit, and Carrie will make ...
Now, Richie splits his time between coaching on American Idol and performing around the world. In 2025, he has several Las Vegas dates booked in April, followed by a summer tour in Europe.
‘American Idol’ reveals Katy Perry, Lionel Richie’s replacements for coronation By Caroline Blair Published May 2, 2023, 12:23 p.m. ET ...
"American Idol" auditions continued this week, with one young contestant giving a performance so powerful she brought Lionel Richie to tears. This person was 19-year-old Ronda Felton from ...
Lionel Richie is speaking out after his fellow American Idol judge Katy Perry revealed that the upcoming 22nd season will be her last. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday, the ...