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The American Idol judge defended his colleague against criticism
While many have criticized her, Katy Perry has been defended by an American Idol contestant
She was temporarily replaced on the show after a contestant walked off
Katy Perry says she feels 'outnumbered' by testosterone on American Idol and wants Lizzo to join her
'The Dark Horse' singer added she needs someone who would share their 'bold, honest' takes.
The Firework singer performed for the newly crowned King and Queen
He made a special surprise appearance on American Idol alongside Perry and Richie
Fans of the show don't know how to react after catching light that the judge will be getting replaced
The battle of the names comes to an end
Fans calling for Katy Perry to apologize for 'rude' reaction to American Idol contestant progressing
The judge has been slammed for her reaction to the news
It's the first time in six seasons the singer has been hit with such a negative response
She was called out by the singer in the previous round
Sara left the show following comments made by the American Idol judge
The pop star apparently is not so much hot as she is cold.
She interrupted the singer to offer feedback
The singer opened up about her reasons for leaving the show
The singer made a promise to herself and her partner to remain sober for three months
American Idol viewers are flocking to social media in stitches after Katy Perry hopped on top of a piano during a contestant's audition.
Sara Beth described a comment made by Perry as 'embarrassing'
American Idol viewers have been left divided over judge Katy Perry's treatment of a contestant on the show.
"Our country has f***ing failed us"
Former contestant Adriel Carrion said the awkward moment is 'in my nightmares'.
Katy Perry and her fiancé Orlando Bloom are now living in Kentucky, which is a fair bit different to Hollywood, it turns out
"Big mistake. Huge mistake."