Katy Perry is all for Carrie Underwood - despite what fans may think. The 40-year-old pop icon stepped down from her judging chair on American Idol last year, and it was announced that Carrie would fill her shoes in the upcoming season.

Carrie Underwood's decision to perform at Donald Trump 's inauguration ceremony has been both praised and reviled by fans and fellow celebrities.

The country music superstar went viral after a technical glitch threatened to derail her rendition of America The Beautiful

In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Lee Greenwood came to Carrie Underwood's defense after some criticized the country star for agreeing to perform at the presidential inauguration on Jan.

Carrie Underwood sang “America the Beautiful” a cappella at Donald Trump ‘s swearing-in ceremony during Monday’s 2025 inauguration. The singer was dressed in a sleeveless midi dress with a small, draped collar and light ruching down the front.

A new camera angle shows that Carrie Underwood wasn't asked to sing "America the Beautiful" a cappella. She made the call herself.

Carrie Underwood sings the national anthem as former President Joe Biden, left, and former Vice President Kamala Harris listen at the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. (Kenny Holston/The New York Times via AP, Pool) AP

Underwood received backlash on social media as soon as her performance at the event was announced. One fan wrote on X: “ Carrie Underwood is [performing] at Trump’s inauguration so I’m blocking her on all apps and boycotting all her music.”

Katy Perry has something to say about Carrie Underwood replacing her as a judge on American Idol.

After her requests for a custom gown were allegedly shot down for her performance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration, Carrie Underwood did what the rest of us would do — she snagged an inexpensive outfit.

Carrie Underwood got emotional in the trailer for Season 23 of American Idol. Underwood — who came under fire for performing at President Donald Trump's inauguration last week — is now making headlines for her new role on the iconic singing competition,