Katy Perry reveals that she wants to work with Ice Spice

alum Oliver Steele clapped back at accusations about Katy Perry's bullying last week, penning a defense of the singer on Instagram.  «I've seen a lot of rumors going around the internet about Katy Perry possibly leavingand I don't necessarily know what’s true and what's not. Here is what I know about @katyperry,» the 24-year-old musician wrote. Steele made it to the Top 8 on season 21 of last month, where Iam Tongi was crowned winner.

Sharing his thoughts. American Idol alum Oliver Steele weighed in on rumors that Katy Perry plans to leave the show — and clapped back at accusations about her bullying contestants.

“American Idol” contestant Oliver Steele has jumped to Katy Perry’s defence after she faced backlash over some of her comments on the show.

While Iam Tongi cashed in as the "American Idol" winner of the 2023 season, controversy around judge Katy Perry exploded like a firework over her sometimes harsh criticism of contestants.  Now that the season is over, finalist and top 8 contestant Oliver Steele is debunking rumors that Perry is a bully. "I’ve seen a lot of rumors going around the internet about Katy Perry possibly leaving idol and I don’t necessarily know what’s true and what’s not. Here is what I know about [her].

Oliver Steele is speaking out.

hear him “Roar.”“American Idol” finalist Oliver Steele lashed out on Instagram Saturday to defend controversial judge Katy Perry, claiming that she never bullied or shamed any contestant.Throughout the singing competition’s 21st season, the 38-year-old pop diva has been the subject of several teenage nightmares and social media rants about the judge’s provocative — and possibly “rude” — coaching methods.Steele, 25, opened up his post by saying that he’s “seen a lot of rumors going around the internet about Katy Perry possibly leaving idol,” adding that he can neither confirm nor deny them. “Here is what I know about @katyperry,” said the musician.

Katy Perry is obsessing over her fiancé’s shirtless style.

Katy Perry is sharing her thought on the future of American Idol.

Katy Perry has been a judge on American Idol since the sixteenth season in 2018, but her time may be coming to an end. The singer has had viral moments on the show, which has led to negative views and discourses about her.

Katy Perry may well be DONE with American Idol after this messy season!

Unconditionally.”A source allegedly close to Katy Perry claimed Tuesday that the controversial singer has expressed a desire to quit “Idol” after judging the show for six years. Perry, 38, has been the subject of several online rants by die-hard “Idol” fans complaining about the “California Gurls” singer’s provocative — and sometimes “rude” — coaching methods. Perry also reportedly claimed the producers of “Idol” intentionally edited footage to make her look like the “nasty” judge.“Katy feels like [the producers] threw her under the bus,” a supposed insider told the Daily Mail.

Katy Perry has invited Lizzo to be a judge on American Idol. In a recent interview for Buzzfeed Celeb's Puppy Interview segment, the Dark Horse singer was asked what the most challenging part of being an American Idol judge was. "Probably being a woman and having a strong opinion," the 38-year-old pop star replied, before adding, "I also think that what's really challenging is only one person wins this contest.

Katy Perry is dishing about her American Idol experience.

Katy Perry is spilling details!

slammed the always controversial Perry’s revealing outfit on social media, saying that it was more of a swimsuit than dress. The bright orange garment featured several cutouts down the front of the 38-year-singer accentuating her breast as well as her midriff. The look culminated in a sheer floor-length fabric that veiled the singer’s legs with rhinestones.Perry accesorized the outfit with a pair of high-heeled sandals.Perry’s dress is the latest of several instances where the “Teenage Dream” singer has come under fire from “Idol” fans.

Katy Perry channeled her inner Disney supermom powers for Sunday’s special themed episode of “American Idol”.

had trouble finding her seat at the coronation of King Charles III ahead of her performance at the celebration concert — but she doesn’t mind.“Well, I just want everybody to know, thank you so much for your concern,” Perry deadpanned in an interview with Entertainment Tonight. “I found my seat.”The “American Idol” judge — who donned a lavender Vivienne Westwood suit set with a matching large hat at the May 6 event — arrived at the coronation ceremony and walked through the pews at Westminster Abbey trying to find her seat.At one point, she even appeared to ask someone for assistance.A video of the moment went viral on Twitter, amusing fans.“This is a new reaction vid if I’ve ever seen one,” one person wrote.“Even Katy Perry gets lost sometimes, but she always finds her way to the top,” another noted.Perry herself even got in on the joke, tweeting,  “Don’t worry guys I found my seat.”Even now, the “Hot N Cold” singer looks back at the moment with a laugh.“You know, the memes are meme-ing and I love it,” Perry told ET on Sunday.

Katy Perry doesn’t mind taking the internet by storm! Even when she doesn’t actually mean to.

Katy Perry doesn't mind taking the internet by storm! Even when she doesn't actually mean to.Perry was in England earlier this month for the grand coronation ceremony for King Charles III — where she and Lionel Richie performed at the Coronation Concert. However, one moment went viral inadvertently when she couldn't find her seat for the grand occasion inside Westminster Abbey.«Well, I just want everybody to know, thank you so much for your concern,» Perry deadpanned while speaking with ET's Denny Directo following Sunday's new.

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.