‘American Idol’ Renewed For Season 9 On ABC

Get ready for an unforgettable season! American Idol is making its ninth comeback on ABC, marking its 24th year. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest with returning judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, the show sees Carrie Underwood stepping into Katy Perry's old spot as a judge this time around. With two episodes remaining before the finale on May 18, the series continues to captivate audiences, delivering record-breaking ratings including an impressive 5.31 million viewers for its April 27 episode, up 18% from last week and setting a new high in its history post-Oscars debut.