Given their response to Kenedi Anderson’s jaw-dropping “American Idol” audition, it’s pretty clear that the judges were rooting for her. It’s understandable, then, that they were shocked by her exit.
Luke Bryan — who previously told Anderson, “I believe you might be the biggest star we’ve ever seen” — has been particularly vocal about the situation. Speaking to USA Today, Bryan revealed, “We’re heartbroken as a show because she was so dynamic and great.” Lionel Richie agreed, though he admitted that sometimes, the pressure involved is simply too much. “Singing is the easy part,” he explained. “If you know what we go through from a pressure point-of-view, most artists can’t take it.” As for Katy Perry’s reaction, she told the publication that she wished Anderson the best for the future. However, Perry was also quick to point out that even though Anderson had undeniable talent, the show would go on. “She was a great one, but I do think that we have such incredible other voices that have now even stepped forward a little bit more. It’s just really another opportunity for one of these incredible contestants.”
After leaving “Idol,” Anderson returned to social media by sharing a shady song about “finding something better” to TikTok that was later deleted, per US Weekly. It’s yet to be confirmed if Anderson’s ditty was a dig at the competition show. In the meantime, the search for the next “American Idol” continues.
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