AMERICAN IDOL: Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Ryan Seacrest Sign on for Season 4

AMERICAN IDOL’s team will remain intact: Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, plus host Ryan Seacrest will return for the show’s fourth season on ABC.

“AMERICAN IDOL has always been able to bring people together, entertain and inspire – and I am so proud of how this show continued to deliver joy and laughter into people’s homes during a time when we needed it the most,” said Karey Burke, president, ABC Entertainment, in a statement. “There is no one who we feel more confident about leading us into a new season of high notes than Luke, Katy, Lionel and the incomparable Ryan Seacrest.”

“Katy, Lionel and Luke are fun, astute and really know how to spot talent,” added showrunner Trish Kinane. “Their chemistry is undeniable, and we are delighted that they, along with host Ryan Seacrest, are returning to find the next superstar and take AMERICAN IDOL to new heights next season.”

“We are so grateful to the fans for sticking with us – and pushing us to No. 1 – during this most challenging of times. And we are thrilled to be able to welcome Ryan, Katy, Lionel and Luke back to help us discover our next American Idol,” said executive producer Eli Holzman, CEO of 19 Entertainment’s parent company Industrial Media. “At times like these, it is more important than ever to give families wholesome entertainment, packed full of hope, talent and inspiration – where dreams come true. And that is what AMERICAN IDOL is all about.”

Auditions are currently underway, virtually.

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