'American Idol' fans criticize Katy Perry and Luke Bryan after 'rude' reaction: They need to 'apologize'

As American Idol gets ready to crown its Season 21 winner, a star-studded cast has been lined up for the night of celebration set to take place on Sunday, May 21. The three-hour finale episode is set to air live from coast to coast starting at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT.

Katy Perry's days on "American Idol" could be numbered, if fans of the show get their wish. Last weekend, Perry, along with Lionel Richie, skipped out on judging duties to attend King Charles' coronation and perform at the celebration the following day. She was temporarily replaced by another singer, Alanis Morisette, and several viewers feel like the change should become permanent.

“the one that got away” — if “American Idol” fans have their way.Viewers are campaigning on social media to permanently remove Katy Perry as a judge after she was temporarily replaced this week by the Canadian songstress to mentor the show’s Top 8. Morissette, 48, filled in for Perry, 38, while she and co-judge Lionel Richie, 73 — who was replaced by Ed Sheeran — performed at the coronation concert held in honor of King Charles III.Perry’s hiatus from the show came as several fans slammed the “TGIF” singer for her rude on-stage behavior.Several viewers of “Idol” seemed to breathe a sigh of relief during the “Dark Horse” singer’s two-episode absence.

Orlando Bloom has said he is “immensely proud” of his fiancée Katy Perry following her set at the Coronation Concert. The actor – who has been engaged to Perry since 2019 – took to Instagram to share his delight at her performance, writing: "Immensely proud of you my love. You always bring the light.

American Idol might be the last show we’d expect to share a synergy crossover with the coronation of the next British monarch, but here we are!

Viewers of "American Idol" were treated to a regal surprise Sunday evening in the form of two newly crowned royals while watching the latest live episode of the long-running competition show. Phoning in from across the pond and broadcasted on a big screen were judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, taking a night off from critiquing performances to give ones of their own. Both Perry and Richie were tapped to perform at King Charles' coronation concert.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s unexpected cameo during Sunday’s “American Idol” was almost as big a surprise for Ryan Seacrest as it was for everyone watching.

The King and Queen appeared on American Idol as surprise guests amid the coronation celebrations.

American Idol welcomed royalty onto the show on Sunday evening, with King Charles and Queen Camilla making a surprise appearance alongside Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Judges Katy, 38, and Lionel, 73, appeared via video link on American Idol as they missed this week's show due to performing at the Coronation Concert in the UK, and chatted to host Ryan Seacrest about the historic celebrations taking place in London.

Katy Perry has revealed she spent the night in Windsor Castle ahead of delivering a spectacular performance at the King’s Coronation concert.The US singer, 38, gave electric renditions of her hit tracks 'Roar' and 'Firework' at the celebratory event held in the grounds of the castle on Sunday evening, dedicating the latter to the King in honour of the work they do together with the British Asian Trust and their Children’s Protection Fund. Dressed in a glistening, metallic-gold, voluminous ballgown which featured a train and matching sleeves, she made a dramatic entrance by walking out singing the opening lyrics to 'Roar' as a drone projection of a lion’s head graced the sky above her.The upbeat pop song was enjoyed by Princess Charlotte who could be seen singing along with the American pop star, next to her mother the Princess of Wales, who swayed along to the song.The performance was accompanied by a dazzling light display which lit up the audience and the sky.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla's unexpected cameo during Sunday's was almost as big a surprise for Ryan Seacrest as it was for everyone watching.Following Sunday's new episode of, Seacrest spoke with ET's Denny Directo, and explained how quickly the high-profile cameos came together.«I have to tell you, I was driving in and my phone rings and it's the executive producer and she says, 'Well, we've got some news,'» Seacrest shared. «I thought maybe something happened [with a contestant].

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Lionel Richie and Katy Perry weren’t able to perform their normal tasks as judges on Sunday night’s “American Idol,” as they were across the pond performing for the coronation of King Charles III. So they brought back a souvenir for the show: The actual just-crowned King and Queen. King Charles III and Queen Camilla were surprise guests on “American Idol,” in a pre-taped package introduced at the start of the show by host Ryan Seacrest. The clip opens with Richie and Perry, in a room that appears to be inside Windsor Castle. Suddenly, in walks the King and Queen. “I just wanted to check, how much, how long you’ll be using this room for?” King Charles quipped to Richie. Charles then thanked Richie for attending and performing at the coronation. “Thank you so much for your brilliant performance and it was great,” he said.

With judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie across the pond in England for the coronation of King Charles III, the ABC music competition show had to get creative.Though Richie and Perry appeared live from Windsor Castle for a brief cameo, the regular judges had some A-list substitutes on the panel this week.Ed Sheeran and Alanis Morissette stepped in to help out regular judge Luke Bryan as they offered commentary on the live shows for the Top 8. Sheeran also gave a special performance ahead of the release of his newly released album, . Perry and Richie performed for the official coronation concert for King Charles III on Sunday following Saturday's coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey.Richie previously teased to ETs plans for including them in Sunday's episode.«We are going to be live from the castle as only we could do, which is fantastic.

American singer Katy Perry stunned the audience at the Coronation Concert with her performance - and her incredible gold dress.

King Charles III's Coronation is underway, and it has been the royal event many have been waiting in anticipation for - us included.  The ceremony, which will see St Edward’s Crown placed on the 74-year-old British monarch's head, has been meticulously planned for months, and now the day has finally arrived.  The momentous event will take place at London's Westminster Abbey on 6 May, with the official crowning ceremony due to take place at midday.

Lionel Richie and Katy Perry are still going to be involved in from across the pond! ET's Denny Directo spoke with the judges on Monday, and they revealed how they'll participate in the show when they're in the U.K. to perform at King Charles III's coronation concert.«We are going to be live from the castle as only we could do, which is fantastic. I mean, let's just talk about Cinderella,» Richie said.

Thania Garcia Alanis Morissette and Ed Sheeran will join Luke Bryan as “American Idol” guest judges on May 7. The pair have been selected to take over for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, who will be traveling overseas for their upcoming performances at King Charles III’s coronation. ABC revealed the switch on May 1, adding that Perry and Richie will still be checking into “Idol” with live updates from all the festivities at Windsor Castle. Morissette and Sheeran are scheduled to take over the show’s “616” episode, where America will cast their votes for the remaining top 5 contestants. This is the first “Idol” appearance for both of the guest judges, who will deliver performances of their own on the episode, with Morissette singing one of her many hits and Sheeran singing his new single, the ballad “Boat.”

has revealed who will be filling in for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie as they complete their coronation duties across the pond.Alanis Morissette and Ed Sheeran will serve as guest judges on Sunday, May 7, alongside Luke Bryan, while Perry and Richie fulfill their duties, ABC announced Monday.Morissette will be pulling double duty as she will also be a mentor to the remaining hopefuls, who will be performing her songs live on stage. The contestants will also perform duets of Sheeran's popular songs.Both are also slated to perform. Morissette will take the stage to perform one of her classics while Sheeran, who will be celebrating the release of his latest album, — (pronounced ), will perform his new single.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom rely on their initials to keep them in check! But what does that even mean??

American Idol, Katy Perry learned the hard way that just because she’s a Grammy-nominated, chart-topping pop superstar, that doesn’t mean an audience will always love her.The singer drew some serious heat from the crowd at the latest live taping in Hawaii after she gave a piece of her mind to contestant Nutsa Buzaladze, who has developed a following thanks to her must-see, energetic performances.Buzaladze once again delivered an electrifying showing, this time of the song “Paris (Ooh La La)” by Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. While those in attendance seemed on board with what the singer showcased, Perry had a bit of somewhat harsh criticism to share.“Nutsa, every time you take the stage, it’s like you glitter bomb the stage,” Perry told the potential star musician.