Jelly Roll joins American Idol

Ryan Seacrest helicoptered by Jelly Roll during American Idol announcement
American Idol viewers will see a few changes when the show returns next month. Katy Perry exited last season, and while some hoped Jelly Roll would be sitting at the judges’ table, that isn’t the case.
Ryan Seacrest Squeals as Jelly Roll Lifts Him Off His Feet on ‘American Idol’ Hollywood Week
Two of the busiest men in showbiz are back together and loving it! Jelly Roll picked up Ryan Seacrest and twirled him around in the air to celebrate becoming American Idol's first Artist in Residence.
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American Idol’ season 23 will feature Carrie Underwood as a judge and Jelly Roll serving as an artist in residence
Jelly Roll Signs On To ‘American Idol’ As The Show’s First-Ever Artist-In-Residence
Today (February 3), Jelly Roll announced that he will be joining reality competition show, American Idol as its first-ever artist-in-residence. In a promotional clip for the program’s upcoming season (viewable above), Jelly Roll and Ryan Seacrest gleefully shared the news.
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Jelly Roll named 1st 'American Idol' Artist in Residence
Jelly Roll is headed to "American Idol" as the show's first-ever Artist in Residence. In his new capacity, the "Save Me" hitmaker will be a "permanent fixture this season," working closely with this year's "American Idol" hopefuls to give "firsthand advice on how to navigate the journey," according to a representative for ABC.
Jelly Roll Given ‘Artist in Residence’ Role on ‘American Idol’: What Will He Do?
Jelly Roll excitedly shared the news in a video message with host Ryan Seacrest, who told him, “You’re shaping America’s future.” The “Son of a Sinner” singer responded, “I feel like I’m giving them the energy they need. I’m uplifting and I’m trying to get them going.”
Country music superstar joins ‘American Idol’ as its first-ever artist-in-residence
Country superstar Jelly Roll will mentor contestants starting during Hollywood Week. “Honored to be Idol’s first-ever Artist in Residence - mentoring with heart, soul and real experience,” Jelly said on social media.
Ryan Seacrest stuns fans with ‘quite different’ look in ‘American Idol’ promo video: ‘Wasn’t on my 2025 bingo card’
Ryan Seacrest shocked fans after “American Idol” posted a promo video on Instagram showing the TV host rocking a look that is “quite different” from how he usually presents himself. In the ...
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