The same is true of Luke, who’s now been anAmerican Idoljudge for eight seasons.

Reality TV is more popular than ever.

Due to its schedule,the judges have a lot of time to explore other career options.

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She’s an icon who fans like me will want to see on TV and in person.

American Idolairs Sundays and Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC.

American Idol’s Luke Bryan looks confused, Lionel Richie rests his hand on his chin, and Carrie Underwood smiles.

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American Idol is a reality singing competition that adds to the international “Idol” brand, conceived initially in the U.K. as Pop Idol. Holding massive auditions across the U.S., American Idol invited several contestants to perform in front of a panel of judges that would determine whether or not they’d go on to future rounds for a chance at competing in the fully televised premiere of the show. Contestants are voted off each week by American participation via voting through various mediums, and the winner of the competition would be given a contract with a record label to secure a future as America’s next musical idol.

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