Lionel Richie says Carrie Underwood joining American Idol as judge 'makes a lot of sense' as he reacts to her new role: 'She's been there, done that'

Lionel Richie says Carrie Underwood joining American Idol as judge 'makes a lot of sense' as he reacts to her new role: 'She's been there, done that' Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By Christine Rendon For Dailymail.com Published: 19:49, 6 August 2024 | Updated: 20:02, 6 August 2024 e-mail View comments Lionel Richie believes Carrie Underwood will be a 'great judge' as he responded to news she would now be working on the show that catapulted to fame, American Idol.

Underwood, 41, was recently announced as the newest judge joining season 23 of the show following Katy Perry 's departure earlier this year. Speaking with E! News at a screening of The Greatest Night in Pop on Monday, Lionel, 75, said Carrie was a logical fit for the show. 'It makes a lot of sense.

It's not someone we have to get used to. And the fact that she has a great story, she came from American Idol,' he added. Now the contenders will be receiving feedback from someone who truly understands what it's like to be in their position.

American Idol judge Lionel Richie is looking forward to working with Carrie Underwood after she was named the newest judge on the hit competition show; pictured at a screening for The Greatest Night in Pop Carrie was announced as the next American Idol judge last week; pictured September 2023 'What a great judge,' he added. 'Now we don't have to explain anymore, "We know how you feel." As artists, we know how you feel, but we've never been in that oval that says, Amer.