American Idol is shaking things up this season with a new judge and other exciting faces. First, season four winner Carrie Underwood will sit in the judge’s seat once occupied by Katy Perry. But she’s not the only big name appearing in season 23. In addition to hosting Ryan Seacrest and judges like Bryan and Lionel Richie, Josh Groban will lend his talents to American Idol contestants. Josh will mentor the top 24 contestants. He announced the news on Instagram with a pic from Hawaii.
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Josh captioned his post, “Guess who’s mentoring on @americanidol at @disneyaulani this season? 🧐 Spoiler: this guy! 🤙 All-new IDOL starts March 9 on ABC and Streaming on Hulu!”
A fan shared, “Always so happy to see you mentoring!”
Many agreed, like this person who wished Josh well on the new adventure. “Sweet!!! I can’t wait to watch it! Have fun mentoring!”
Josh Groban Isn’t The Only Famous Musician Joining “American Idol” This Season
Jelly Roll will also be back but with a new twist. This year, Jelly Roll won’t serve as a mentor but as the first-ever American Idol Artist in Residence. Idol shared the news, and, of course, when people saw Jelly Roll, they got excited.
This person changed their tune completely. “I had no intention to watch ‘American Idol’ this season. You roped me in, adding Jelly Roll to the cast….”
As did this one. “Smart move for producers of American Idol! I wasn’t going to watch this season but now it will be hard to pass up. Love Jelly Roll!”
So many people love Jelly Roll and what he brings to American Idol.
A fan shared, “The contestants best performances was when jelly roll was their coach for Hawaii.”
This person can’t wait. “He just seems like a really good down to earth guy with a heart of gold. We all need someone like JellyRoll in our lives.”
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