Katy Perry reflected on her time as a judge on "American Idol" and shared her thoughts on her successor, Carrie Underwood, who won the show in 2005. Perry praised Underwood's experience and ability to connect with contestants, noting that she was "born on that show." Underwood will join Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan as judges on the upcoming season. The show's producers also announced Jelly Roll as the first artist in residence.