Carrie Underwood reflects on insane American | TV Shows

Carrie Underwood has now been an American Idol winner and judge, and she is reflecting on her experience with the show through both journeys.

Underwood, who has been teasing a new project and is set to make an unexpected move, has allegedly been “fighting” to keep her place on the show’s judging panel after her first season on it, with Katy Perry allegedly bidding to return as well.

While the show has yet to confirm if all of the Season 23 judges, including Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, will return, Underwood, who found fame after winning the show’s fourth season 20 years ago, appears to be grateful for her journey.

In a video posted by the show on social media for its Idol to Icon videos, Underwood looked back on her time as a contestant before further reflecting on her recent stint as a judge.

In the clip, she choked back tears and got “emotional,” as she recalled the “insane” experience.

According to the U.S. Sun, whether or not she comes back is actually up to her, as the show seems intent on bringing her back.

“After all the bumps this season, and the beginning was bumpy, the people that matter in the decision making, the powers that be, really love Carrie,” a source told the publication. “They feel a certain protectiveness toward her.”

“They’ve defended any setbacks and criticism she’s endured this season and would gladly have her back. The ball is more in Carrie’s court.”

“She’s on the fence about coming back, there were times this season I think she would’ve absolutely said ‘no’ to returning,” they added. “But as she’s found her place within the role it’s grown on her more but it wouldn’t surprise anyone on set if she doesn’t return.”