The Country Singer Is Ready To Take A Seat At The Table

Carrie Underwood Returns to 'American Idol' as Judge

The Country Singer is Ready to Take a Seat at the Table

Underwood, who won season 4 of 'Idol' in 2005, returns to her roots as a judge.

Carrie Underwood is returning to her American Idol roots. The country singer and 2005 Idol winner will join the judging panel for the show's 23rd season, which will air on ABC.

Underwood's return to Idol was announced on Thursday. She will fill the seat vacated by Katy Perry, who left the show after four seasons.

Underwood said she is excited to return to Idol and help other singers achieve their dreams. "I'm so excited to be back on Idol," Underwood said. "I've been a fan of the show since the beginning, and I'm so honored to be a part of it."

Season 8 auditions will kick off on Monday, August 12, with the return of Idol Across America, the live cross-country audition tour.

Carrie Underwood's Return to 'American Idol'

* Underwood won season 4 of 'Idol' in 2005. * She will be the next singer to sit behind the judges table on American Idol. * Underwood will fill Katy Perry's seat on the panel. * Season 8 auditions will kick off on Monday, August 12.

Underwood's return to Idol is a major coup for the show. She is one of the most successful country singers of all time, with seven No. 1 hits and multiple Grammy Awards to her credit.

Underwood's experience as a singer and songwriter will be invaluable to the contestants on Idol. She will be able to provide them with guidance and support, and help them develop their own unique sound.

Underwood's return to Idol is also a sign of the show's continued success. The show has been a ratings hit for over 20 years, and it continues to attract top talent.