Carrie Underwood’s journey from small-town dreamer to one of the most celebrated country stars in the world is nothing short of remarkable. And now, nearly two decades after her historic win, she’s returning to the show—this time, as a judge. But what does Simon Cowell, the famously blunt former judge who saw Underwood’s potential early on, have to say about her new role? Spoiler: he thinks she’s going to be just fine.
Simon Cowell and Carrie Underwood have a long history. He was one of the judges when Underwood auditioned for back in 2005, a moment Cowell still remembers vividly. "Carrie, we go back a long way," Cowell told recently. "I remember her audition like it was yesterday. She was so good, she’s such a sweet person" (
). This kind of praise is notable, especially coming from a judge who is infamous for his harsh critiques.
Cowell has always had a soft spot for Underwood, predicting early on that she would not only win the show but become a major star. His predictions came true in spectacular fashion as Underwood’s career skyrocketed after her victory ().
Now that Underwood is stepping into the role of judge, following the exit of Katy Perry, Cowell has some advice for her—and it’s classic Simon.
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