Katy Perry

Luke Bryan admits he watched with great interest when his former American Idol co-worker, Katy Perry, was shot into space on Monday (April 14).

A source says Underwood was not producers' first choice.

The 39-year-old pop star announced she was quitting the hit TV show earlier this year, and Katy is convinced that Jelly would be a perfect addition to the judging panel.

Surely that's not Luke's fault ... right?

Luke Bryan discusses Katy Perry's exit from American Idol, highlighting their ongoing and growing friendship.

A Cornell University student and former intern with the Broome County Public Defender's Office has earned a spot on the American Idol singing competition.

After viewers criticized Katy Perry's comments, the contestant offered her perspective on social media.

He's the resident country expert on 'American Idol.'

Host Ryan Seacrest will also return for Season 21.

She says she may get back to her singer-songwriter roots.

It's the first time the song has been performed live.

Check out cringe-worthy fashion fails from our favorite celebrity couples.

We asked you "Could the next American Idol winner come from New York State?" last month. The answer is looking more and more like "yes" as American Idol progresses.

Could the next American Idol winner come from New York State? According to Lionel Ritchie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry it could happen.