Katy Perry Reveals She’s Leaving American Idol & Talks About Singing at King Charles’ Coronation

Katy talks about playing Monopoly Draw against Usher, doing 80 shows in Vegas for her residency, her huge toilet set piece, her grandmother living in Las Vegas, singing at King Charles’ coronation, a viral video of her looking for her seat, the new season of American Idol on ABC, visiting Lionel Richie & Luke Bryan’s hometowns, and she reveals that this will be her last season.
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[@duckymomo6675]

katy was clearly dropping hints about releasing new music soon and jimmy didn’t even bother asking for more information. 😭

[@c.rodrey3925]

Yeah it looks like she wanted to talk about KP6 but Jimmy keep with the American Idol thing 🙃

[@Swapnil_Guha]

Fr.... The entire time he interrupted her lmfao

[@duckymomo6675]

@@c.rodrey3925he had the perfect opportunity to get a big scoop and he fumbled.

[@Swapnil_Guha]

@@duckymomo6675 it felt like he had been given a script and stuck strictly to that... Like Katy was hinting so hard and wanted him to ask about new music....

[@foulchild]

I think he was a bit surprised by the news she dropped unexpectedly on his show for the first time ever. It's a pretty big deal. Katy and Orlando are cool with Jimboroni.

[@calumreid7441]

Katy perry quitting american idol after 7 years and focusing on her music career…. EVERYONE STAND UP

[@kennethschwartz9351]

Hooray--can you leave now?

[@CaueGoten00]

YEEEEAH!!! 😍😍

[@user-tb3qw7ov6q]

No, she's bidding farewell to American Idol and she's been on that show for six years. American Idol returned in 2018, so that makes it six years, not seven years. Please, for the last time, do the math.

[@Hetman188]

Stand UP comedy show

[@almac9203]

​@@user-tb3qw7ov6qshe has been on the show for 6 seasons but she is doing one more so that would be 7 seasons.

[@TheReySkywalker]

her positivity is always so infectious. she’s the same person she was in 2008

[@Caringsoul245]

Lmaooo I just said the same thing as well. She really hasn't changed at all. She is just as funny as she was back in that time

[@andrew5222]

you're blind.

[@GoldenDragon.777]

THAT is NOT Katy Perry.

[@Ronaldoghar]

​@@GoldenDragon.777So who is she?

[@glampingo]

katy is queen of camp

[@claudiajordan6376]

KATY PERRY IS COMING OMG

[@user-uq9lz2qb7q]

Hope she wipes it up after 😅

[@14LP2]

😬

[@davidmorris8319]

How did Jimmy not react AT ALL to the announcement of NEW MUSIC!?!?!?! That's a huge deal!!!!

[@HeyNowMal]

Because he doesn’t care about her crap music

[@Villainous12]

⁠@@HeyNowMalok though she will still keep selling records and earning money 😂😂😂 poor crappy you❤

[@leticiabromley6013]

Katy looks better than ever, she's a force of nature, what a personality and talent.

[@MystyLena]

She’s dropping so many hints and the butterflies omg🦋❤️

[@tacosmargs58]

her halftime show was excellent.

[@MrFabulous47]

You are kidding yes??

[@tacosmargs58]

@@MrFabulous47 I enjoyed it. It was certainly better than Usher.

[@RESPECTSPOWER]

It was actually better than all halftimeshows 😊​@@MrFabulous47

[@singtorres6049]

It was so good. Among the most watched

[@IselaAvila]

Yes! Her halftime show is definitely a top 5!

[@duckymomo6675]

KP6 IS COMING. THE QUEEN HERSELF IS COMING TO DOMINATE THE MUSIC INDUSTRY ONE AGAIN!

[@timsimms412]

? I remember her last album being a flop

[@Pajron21]

@@timsimms412 it flopped because Katy didn't care about promoting it

[@eviedewees7365]

YESSSSS OUR QUEEN IS BACK!!!!!!

[@javiruiz8365]

@@timsimms412I liked it! Better than this new music that is coming out lately.

[@cassebonbon8925]

@@Pajron21 it flopped because max martin is no longer her producer.. he is the producer of the weeknd and ariana grande currently! The success lies with the producers. artists are Kleenex..

[@lourdesgreen2213]

I really love Katy Perry's energy. Big fan of her.

[@xRachaelzx]

She was literally wink wink nudging him to talk about her new music and he changed topic each time

[@BellaTheDew5]

THE BUTTERFLIES ON THE OUTFIT, why did he not ask about new music!!!!!!

[@BeautifulLetDown91]

Wrong Jimmy 🤷🏾‍♀️ Jimmy Fallon would have been all over it!!! ❤

[@jaimeantoniomangune5793]

Katy Perry was a pop legend when I was a kid especially the song called “Hot & Cold”. Back in 2010, she became the judge since one direction’s first audition in X-Factor. In 2013, she debuted “dark horse” and “unconditionally” in her next album. Such a great legend

[@ratedbest3410]

She has 10 out of 100 best selling female songs of all time

[@RobAlfieInostrozaLindley]

I'd say we need to use "legend" when one is doing their thing for at LEAST 30 years..come on now! :) MJ is a legend, his music reaches as much as 50 years!

[@javiruiz8365]

@@RobAlfieInostrozaLindleyhe’s a flop!

[@RobAlfieInostrozaLindley]

@@javiruiz8365 lol

[@thelawofdivineoneness458]

I agree that the use of the word "legend" is wrong here. Lionel Richie is a legend. Katy is a superstar and may reach legend status one day, but today is not the day.

[@leonardo47000]

She’s so wonderful. A true celebrity, yet down to earth.

[@mingkingmed]

Jimmy could not comprehend any of the hints katy was giving about her upcoming new music my goodness 🤧

[@Ais-eb9bk]

He did, he just didn't care.

[@alanneil10]

OMG, Katy is sooo attractive and sooo intelligent, I can't get enough of her!

[@fastlane1776]

She looks so happy and rested and beautiful! I absolutely LOVE her energy.. Been a fan for so long and it makes me happy that she seems happy 🥰🥰

[@melissa-wilson]

Katy Perry is so fun and legit, she's quirky AF and I ❤️ it! She's great.

[@jelbin18]

This is the reason why she and Rihanna are best of friends... They are badass, are not bothered with anyone else's opinions about them, got to their peak of success in the music industry but still humble...

[@adelaferreira4575]

I am much older then Katie’s fans but I think she is one amazing singer,and a beautiful girl with a ton of talent,good for her to go out in the world and make everyone crazy happy with her music and new recording !

[@paintedpony2935]

Thanks to autotune

[@leilaniaileenlove]

Wide Awake is my favorite of hers 😊😊❤

[@peaceful_chaos14]

Katy Perry is such an iconic pop superstar and she’s FINALLY coming back with new music after all these years. ❤

[@MarcosIsABaritone]

I’m happy she took more time off than usual. Her last two albums just weren't on the level of her previous ones. But, now, with the time off, it has reignited my want for some slamming, undeniably infectious records from her and, hopefully, others feel the same.

[@takemehome8945]

​@@MarcosIsABaritone I love her last two albums, she was doing all the best in the pandemic and while getting so much hate. Charts are not important, her music is still amazing

[@peaceful_chaos14]

@@MarcosIsABaritoneHer last two albums also were pretty good and had some gems, but her commercial machine was not on full effect during those eras so the industry kinda ignored her. Also she was pregnant during her last album so was kinda restricted in what she could do to promote.

[@koushalpant]

​@@MarcosIsABaritoneI personally love Witness, smile was okay. It lacked something but hopefully she makes a huge comeback like she did a decade ago with prism

[@jasonpigott972]

She’s had how many flop albums in the last 10 years ? Lmao 😂

[@seyseytf]

I feel like KP6 will bring a Grammy. ⭐

[@aldenzo_oznelda]

I hope so 😭

[@michaozga7825]

Gaga getting it or swift

[@user-fw6vm9mx1q]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 dream on

[@Anzy.99]

no one really cares about Grammys, they suck

[@user-fw6vm9mx1q]

@@Anzy.99 just talentless artists like KP Don’t 😂

[@melsyoutube]

the last 5 minutes of this video… wow. i don’t think i’ve ever seen an interviewer just NOT bother to pick up on what a guest is so clearly hinting at multiple times. i hope katy’s NEW ALBUM ERA & festival performance goes well.

[@takemehome8945]

Aww I love her so much and can't wait for her new music! 🖤🦋

[@the-divinehammer]

She's the only reason I am jealous of Orlando Bloom😊 I am in love. Lol

[@justsaiyan3294]

Jimmy was frustrating here. Let Katy speak. She was droppings so many hints.

[@MaidenHelll]

She is the first person to pull off these bangs

[@thebluemannequin]

I accidentally cut those bangs on myself, now I'm feeling a bit better about it😂

[@Caringsoul245]

Lmaooo she is just as crazy and as funny as she was back in 2008😂😂 LOVE HER sense of humor

[@OldTinLizzy]

I had no idea how funny she was until this interview, she is hilarious!

[@nijatbadalov2175]

Katy was so excited to talk about her new music... yet Jimmy kept missing the hints and bringing the conversation back to American Idol 😪

[@janedawson335]

Jimmy was definitely outclassed here - Katy gives a good interview

[@bookbwitched6823]

I've been cycling between Colbert & Kimmel as the segments drop. These men are tired! But they still hit! My gratitude.

[@sharigraves6385]

Both so smart, kind & talented !

[@bookbwitched6823]

@@sharigraves6385 May we all be blessed to be & to have smart, kind, funny & responsible people in our lives. Blessings, Shari!

[@hakanyldrm8159]

KATY PERRY IS COMING!!!

[@pjsopinion8028]

I love this woman! So real… no ego. Good girl. Can’t wait to hear the music she puts out! ❤️

[@danielregalado65]

So humble. So nice and kind. So talented. So lovely. So witty and funny. The woman that you are, Katy!

[@tuckerbowen4626]

honestly the only reason i was even kinda paying attention to the show still existing was her being on it XD good luck to her with her next project tho

[@SwivelHippie]

His show is phenomenal

[@whatlexhasonhermind2272]

​@SwivelHippie they are talking about idol

[@NewMessage]

"NoooOOOOOO!" Felt that.

[@__sa_if__5262]

Can you see the butterflies she’s coming y'alllll 🦋

[@jackson857]

Katy is beautiful as always.

[@erichernandez6859]

SHE IS COMING!! 👏🏽👏🏽💗

[@mingkingmed]

She is glowing ♥️

[@angelic_virgo]

She looks amazing!🥰🥰🥰💗💗

[@tabathaogost4982]

I love her spirit, just free and Pop. She looks so good, love her micro bangs!

[@anc5275]

What's wrong with you, Jimmy, ask her, make her talk, she wants to give you the information of the new thing she brings, talk about it and you don't let her talk, what helplessness. I'm so sorry Goddess ❤

[@user-uq9lz2qb7q]

I remember being ill with a fever, roasting one min freezing the next. All the while katies song hot and cold wouldnt leave my head 😂😂😂

[@joshperson95]

I have never stopped supporting Katy. Love!❤

[@julesoflondontown]

Katy will miss your warmth and humor. Thanks for giving it your all. The chemistry of you three will be missed. You guys made the show. You clearly the star ⭐️ and leading lady. Won’t be the same without you. But blessings moving fwd.

[@maurojuniork]

We are waiting for you in Brazil Katy ❤️

[@alexandergrant1]

she's getting funnier and funnier, i CAN'T deal

[@aevirania]

OH MY GOD I'M SO EXCITED FOR KATY'S COMEBACK!!!

[@jolynnhill8502]

I saw that topless Vegas show in the 70’s. It was very glamorous even though they were topless. I had a friend that lived in Kingman, Az which is about an hour away. We had a lot of fun going to Vegas shows. Maybe Katy’s aunt made those half costumes. Lots of fun

[@lancelucianfarao]

Katy: I have to go out and feel my own pulse, beat again “ “ I have some things planned for this year “ 🎶 Jimmy : “wow wow wow what does Lionel and Luke say “ 😅 Nonetheless KP6 is coming ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@KYLEJT]

I. WAS. SCREAMING. "JIMMY. ASK ABOUT THE. MUSIC?????? AHHHHHH!!!!!"

[@belinda6504]

Katy. I am your biggest fan from San Clemente! You give me joy.

[@bluejacarenda]

I love her new look. She is a gorgeous woman, but this is so Refreshing and ready to dominate the game again 🎊 🎉❤

[@Tamayo.Sama2023]

I miss katy perry, she's such a cute and humble queen 🥰

[@user-hr3op4iz2k]

Katy is really at her prime, she looks the most beautiful she's ever looked

[@brianj3663]

Having a baby really did wonders for those mommy milkers of hers too, they look better than ever.

[@florencedelvalle8145]

I love how the top of her dress is a heart shape. ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@lukem5289kp]

Katy Perry looks amazing

[@sallyroddy6566]

i never get the fan thing but for Katy Perry i do. Just love her personality as well as her music. She is quirky, intelligent and funny to boot. What''s not to love and an amazing talent. love and light, chica!

[@maurafyvie9032]

What do you mean you don’t get the fan thing? You’re not a fan of a specific music artist? Or actor? Or philosopher?

[@MarcosIsABaritone]

I’m ready for another couple or, maybe, even three No. 1s from Katy. When she and Rhianna were dominating the charts 14 years ago it was such a fun time for pop music. And, really, for me. Her successive slew of bangers were the soundtrack to my 20s, blasting them and singing loudly along in the car, or when my friends and I would be getting ready to go out and spend our nights getting crazy out on the town. I would love to recapture the verve and devil-may-care spirit of those days.

[@carlosortiz3960]

We are ready for new music ❤

[@Peter-cw6gx]

Orlando's son Flynn is so lucky to have her as his stepmom. He really lucked out in the stepmom lottery.

[@ac8074]

My god she's freakin gorgeous. ... Wait what?! She's 39?!?!?!?! WOW!!!! Jimmy... bruh, how did you not pick up on all the hints of the new work coming? Come on man!!!

[@vikig8499]

The Queen is coming 😍❤✨

[@jennifertriden4837]

Katy looks gorgeous 🤩

[@ayeitzlucas2394]

I hope she brings back her original style mannnn she had the music charts in a chokehold making some of the most iconic songs of the last 20 years. The Katy era was unmatched.

[@KYLEJT]

I'm expecting her too, she developed her style herself.

[@randomkevinislasok]

I miss her she’s one of my favorites seeing her made me remember

[@denisevick7642]

She's definitely going to be missed curious if Lionel & Luke will follow 😢

[@sarcasticklutz]

Jelly roll is comin

[@denisevick7642]

@@sarcasticklutz interesting but we wouldn't object

[@keithk2879]

Oh she’s so back ❤

[@cavalheirosa]

she's the sweetest talking about Rock in Rio which is indeed a huge deal

[@petralilla5174]

Katy Perry, so natural, so sweet 🖤 And Jimmy also 😄🩷🍀

[@kassiogomes8498]

Brazil mentioned!!!

[@jazzycode]

She was dropping so many hints. Feel like a song title or album title was mentioned or maybe just the concept....only time will tell.

[@justinb813]

The bangs are so cute

[@MikeyVcocreater]

She looks absolutely amazing!!!!!

[@stacyfabiszewski4633]

Oh my goodness!!!!! Jimmy!!!!!! Katy was saying that she was going to be leaving American Idol to release new music and it seemed like she is going on tour ! How come you didn't ask more about that????????? Katy sending my love 💕 and big huge hugs 🤗🤗 to you and Best Wishes for you this year...... Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@javierortiz-bz6xy]

WAIT. "But i feel like i need to go out and feel that PULSE, that PULSE to my own beat..." I think she just gave us the name of her new single

[@gwen3010]

I love Katy and I look forward to her new albums!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@shannanbeauleu3128]

She looks amazing in that cut out dress.

[@aregeegee2723]

I just hope the world accept her music back again.. kp6 is coming with so many suprise ❤❤❤❤

[@Nik-pp3qs]

Jimmy was way too caught up on her leaving American idol. Look AI was a cute side thing for her for a while but she is a POP artist and she needs to get back to doing her thing

[@jasonchristopher5316]

Damn, Jimmy. Katy out here giving mad hints about new music and you don't even follow up for the tea??? That was so frustrating to watch.

[@amandarocha_]

omg the butterflies 😭😭😭 she's coming y'all

[@user-hb2bw5hy7m]

she looks so pretty in this, she reminds me so much of jane from breaking bad

[@LinFromMinn]

She is amazing...always was and still!

[@MystyLena]

I love her so much I am so so exited 🦋🦋❤

[@tripsome2153]

Aww she talked about the Electric music video ❤

[@FrancesDoyleofficial]

She’s so down to earth I love her so much omg 🩷

[@kathrynohrt1007]

I love Katy!

[@fatimaleal9983]

I think she has enough hit songs to do a second Super Bowl halftime show without repeating any songs from her first halftime show, she could sing: Hot n' Cold Last Friday Night E.T. The One That Got Away Wide Awake Never Really Over Part of Me Ps.: I'm SO excited for her new music 💗🦋

[@nicolefrances.c]

Holy hell she looks so mf good.

[@kevinrusso7813]

Love her music❤

[@marion_t]

She's so amazing. Her energy is so positive. She is full of lifeeeee. I love her so much. I hope she comes back with a great album

[@bevconklin5172]

She’s been the best❤

[@itsallforyou52]

KP6 is finally coming!! We want new music ❤❤

[@trtlduv07]

Katy always looks so gorgeous!!! So excited for new music! Her songs are always so bubbly and make me smile! 💙

[@SwivelHippie]

This is one flawless woman

[@californiakayaker]

Wow, hadn't seen American Idol in quite some time and Katy is absolutely awesome. Gotta listen to some of her tunes !

[@asonti]

Katy doesn’t perform at Rock in Rio unless she’s touring a new album…yall KP6 is coming. ✨

[@PsionicFlame]

I missed her so much. Pop music isn’t the same without her 😢 she looks so beautiful too 😍