Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie will return as “American Idol” judges in the singing competition’s 24th season, coming to ABC and Hulu in 2026. This particular trio debuted in this year’s Season 23,

Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie & Carrie Underwood all back for Season 9; Ryan Seacrest expected to join them. Plus, audition information.

Find out if American Idol's Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie's will return as judges for season 24 of the ABC singing competition series, set to premiere in 2026.