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‘American Idol’ Renewed For Season 8 At ABC As Talent Show Searches For High-Profile Katy Perry Replacement

Peter White

The music talent format has been renewed for its eighth season at ABC and 23rd season overall. The renewal comes ahead of its Season 22 Grand Finale, which takes place on Sunday, May 19. In February, Katy Perry revealed that she was leaving the show after this season. The show is now looking for her replacement to sit alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryant on the judging panel.

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