It's been two decades since Carrie Underwood took the stage and was crowned the fourth winner of "American Idol." Since then, Underwood, 41, has become one of the most successful contestants on ...

She told Idol judges Carrie Underwood - who returns as a judge 20 years after winning the show- Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan that her original song was, 'a tearjerker for sure.' While none of ...

The 42-year-old was just a 22-year-old from Muskogee, Oklahoma when she auditioned for American Idol in Season 4. She ultimately went all the way that season, defeating Bo Bice to win American ...

Check out the footage below. Riche said of Underwood: “She knew every word… who are you?!” Luke Bryan added: “We’re starting to learn about Carrie’s alter egos, heavy metal Carrie ...

“American Idol” alum and new judge Carrie Underwood isn’t too proud to admit when she’s wrong. On Sunday’s episode of “American Idol,” contestant Mikaela Bautista wowed Underwood’s ...

THE REALITY SHOW BACK IN 2005 DURING THE SHOW'S FOURTH SEASON. BEFORE CARRIE UNDERWOOD WAS A COUNTRY SUPERSTAR, SHE GOT HER START IN THE RIVER VALLEY. IN A STORY YOU WILL áONLYá SEE ON 40/29 ...

When Katy Perry announced her departure from “American Idol,” Carrie Underwood was the obvious pick to join the judging panel, according to showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick, saying “all ...

"American Idol" producer Megan Michaels Wolflick praised musician Carrie Underwood, saying her performance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration in January demonstrated her talent on multiple ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Veteran judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan are joined by Carrie Underwood this season. The "Before He Cheats" singer is taking over for ...

On Sunday night, a new season of "American Idol" kicked off with a packed slate of auditions and a new judge on the panel.