The popular singing competition is back with a familiar face, as former winner Carrie Underwood swaps the mic for the judge's chair.

American Idol' recently teased Carrie Underwood's judging debut and fans are going crazy in the comments section.

American Idol' Season 23 producers are allegedly in the 'worst-case scenario' with fans after Carrie Underwood's inauguration performance.

Carrie Underwood’s "American Idol" debut is filled with tension and nervousness, following her performance at Trump's inauguration.

In a new promotional video premiering exclusively with PEOPLE on Monday, Jan. 27, fans get a glimpse at the contestants who have a shot at becoming the next 'American Idol.'

Carrie Underwood's Trump inauguration performance stirs controversy, sparking concerns over 'American Idol's' values and ratings.

Carrie Underwood is gearing up to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony. Throughout her 20-year career, the "All-American Girl" crooner has mostly avoided voicing her political opinions. But the former "American Idol" winner expressed her love for the United States when she agreed to perform at the momentous occasion.

Carrie Underwood's new gig as a judge on 'American Idol' Season 23 is allegedly not in jeopardy after her inauguration performance.

Carrie Underwood couldn't hold back the tears as she handed out a Golden Ticket to an American Idol hopeful who's got an emotional backstory. The singing show will pick back up again for a new season in March, marking Underwood's first turn as a judge on the show that originally made her a star.

Carrie Underwood’s controversial performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration has left American Idol executives in a tough spot. Could the awkward moment impact her role on the show as the new judge in season 23?

American Idol alum Katy Perry shared her thoughts on past winner Carrie Underwood replacing her as judge on the singing competition series, which airs March 9 on ABC.