“Getting booed really upset her”: Katy Perry is Quitting American Idol As She Feels Show’s Producers Are Rooting Against Her?
Katy Perry is forced to choose her future on American Idol in a season packed with controversy. Pop sensation well-known for her dynamic personality and captivating energy, has recently disclosed that she may leave the show. Her belief that the producers are to blame is what pushed her to may make this difficult decision.
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According to sources close to Perry, she has been greatly hurt by the audience’s disapproval and tremendous taunts, as well as the disturbing revelation that the show’s producers had cut half of her scenes.
Katy Perry Wants To Quit American Idol Amid Viewers’ Backlash
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Katy Perry is reportedly considering stepping down from her role as a judge on American Idol due to feeling misrepresented by the show. According to sources mentioned by the Daily Mail, the pop star believes that the producers have repeatedly “thrown her under the bus” by editing the show to portray her as the “nasty judge.”
Perry has faced criticism for her comments to contestants during the latest season, including a remark directed at Sara Beth Liebe that sparked a mum-shaming scandal.
After the audition aired Liebe shared her views on Perry’s remarks, she said,
“At the start of my audition before I sang, I mentioned that I have three children and was a young mother, and Katy Perry made a joke that wasn’t super kind.”
The negative attention has left Perry feeling uneasy and concerned about how she is being perceived on the show.
Sources reveal that the songwriter is concerned about being defined solely as a nasty judge and fears that her career could be overshadowed by her association with the program.
The singer reportedly believes that her comments could have been removed during the editing process by the producer expressing disappointment at the harsh criticism she has faced and the negative audience reactions. The sources explained,
“She feels like her comments could have been removed. [She] became aware of the harsh criticism. Getting booed really upset her. She was trying to stay in her lane, do her job, and go home. She went into it thinking she was going to foster young talent. For her good intentions to be misinterpreted was not what she wanted.”
This latest season has proved to be a challenging experience for her, and she has been considering her departure for some time.
Katy Perry’s Most Controversial Moment On American Idol
The Pop icon found herself at the center of controversy during her tenure as a judge on the popular reality TV show.
Since joining the show during its sixteenth season in 2018, Perry has become a controversial figure. While her involvement in the show had been generally well received, there had been several incidents that drew criticism from fans.
During the audition rounds of the 2018 season, Perry surprised then-19-year-old contestant Benjamin Glaze by giving him an unexpected kiss on the lips. The incident sparked a backlash from viewers and fans who considered it inappropriate and non-consensual.
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In another controversial moment, during a Hollywood Week episode, the judge played a cruel prank on one of the groups. She told the girls that one of them would need to volunteer to go home, leading contestant Crystal Alicea to make the difficult decision to leave. However, Perry later revealed that it was all a joke, leaving the contestants and the audience stunned.
Furthermore, she showcased her quirky side during the past season when she revealed her hidden talent of imitating a frog.
Perry decided to demonstrate her unique ability by imitating a frog’s breathing pattern, captivating and slightly unnerving the audience.
Despite the scandalous moments she caused, it was clear that American Idol would not be the same without Perry. Her presence on the show brought a mix of excitement, controversy, and surprises, making her a memorable and integral part of the series.
Source: Daily Mail
