We all know Lionel Richie is a hopeless romantic. It's pretty clear he's always had a soft spot for beautiful women (especially talented singers!) and we've heard about his past relationships with some of the biggest names in music, from Diana Ross to Nicole Richie. But lately, Lionel's been making headlines for having a secret crush on a new, very prominent figure in the music industry: none other than Carrie Underwood, the country superstar and newly-minted "American Idol" judge!
Is he just being a supportive mentor? Or is there something more? Let's dive into the juicy details.
A "Crushed" Mentor?
It all started when Carrie was announced as the newest judge on "American Idol," taking over the coveted seat previously held by Katy Perry. A source close to Lionel told Life & Style that the legendary singer is "crushing on her big time"
and is "looking forward to getting to know her."
Lionel has publicly praised Carrie on several occasions, calling her "the best thing that’s happened to Idol in a long time" and saying he "can’t wait to work with her, side by side."
It seems like Lionel's "crushing" is more than just a professional admiration. He's been "swooning" over her, "telling people she’s the most beautiful, talented singer he’s set eyes on in many a year"
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