GRAMMY Winner Emerges as Favorite To Replace Katy Perry on ‘American Idol’, Overtakes Jennifer Lopez and Meghan Trainor

Katy Perry is entering a new musical chapter now that her American Idol era is over. Her upcoming album, 143, will hit shelves Sept. 20. After seven seasons judging alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, the “Roar” singer leaves big shoes to fill. Speculation has run rampant about Perry’s replacement since the GRAMMY nominee announced her departure back in February. And a new report lists this GRAMMY winner and pop music industry icon as the favorite to take over Perry’s chair. lime

Will Miley Cyrus Replace Katy Perry on ‘American Idol?’

So far, 2024 has been a monumental year for Miley Cyrus. In February, the “Flowers” singer, 31, scored her first GRAMMY Award for Best Pop Solo Performance. Then she made an appearance on Beyoncé’s groundbreaking country album Cowboy Carter, teaming up with the “Crazy in Love” singer on the track “II Most Wanted.” Now, will the former Disney Channel star add “American Idol judge” to her resume?

A report published by the Online Betting Guide last Thursday (July 11) lists the “Wrecking Ball” singer as the 6/4 favorite to replace Katy Perry. Cyrus dethrones Jennifer Lopez, who was listed as the favorite in May but did not appear in the most recent running. lime

Cyrus isn’t new to reality TV, appearing as a coach on seasons 11 and 13 of The Voice. And she certainly can match Perry’s banter.

Who Else Is in the Running?

Luke Bryan has previously dropped Miley’s name as someone who is “in the talks” to join the American Idol judging panel. The “Mind of a Country Boy” singer also mentioned another pair of GRAMMY winners, Meghan Trainor and Pink. OLBG listed Trainor’s odds at 2/1, with Pink’s at 5/1.

Pink didn’t seem too keen on the idea when Entertainment Tonight broached the subject during a recent interview. “I don’t like hurting people’s feelings,” said the “Just Like A Pill” singer before adding, “I like my day job.”

Meghan Trainor, on the other hand, has relentlessly campaigned to replace Perry on American Idol. The “Dear Future Husband” singer is a longtime fan of the show and says becoming a judge is an “ultimate bucket list dream.”

With the departure of Katy Perry from American Idol, speculation has been swirling about who will step in to fill her shoes as a judge on the popular singing competition show. One name that has emerged as a front runner is none other than GRAMMY winner and pop music industry icon, Miley Cyrus.

2024 has proven to be a monumental year for Cyrus, with her first GRAMMY win for Best Pop Solo Performance and a collaboration with Beyoncé on the hit track “II Most Wanted.” Now, could she be adding American Idol judge to her list of accomplishments?

According to a report by the Online Betting Guide, Cyrus is the current favorite with odds at 6/4 to take over for Perry on the judging panel. This news comes after Jennifer Lopez was previously listed as the favorite but is now nowhere to be seen in the running.

Cyrus is no stranger to reality TV, having appeared as a coach on The Voice in the past. She has proven that she can hold her own in a competitive music environment and may bring a fresh perspective to American Idol.

While Cyrus is the frontrunner, other names have been thrown into the mix as well. Luke Bryan has hinted at Miley’s potential involvement, along with mentions of Meghan Trainor and Pink. Trainor, a dedicated fan of the show, has expressed her desire to join the judging panel, calling it an “ultimate bucket list dream.” lime

It remains to be seen who will ultimately take on the role left vacant by Katy Perry, but fans are eager to see what changes the upcoming season of American Idol will bring.