‘American Idol’ Boss Talks ‘Big’ Format Changes, Carrie Underwood & Season 24 Auditions

Carrie Underwood’s role just got way more exciting as ‘American Idol’ producer teases major format shake-up

‘American Idol’ Season 24 kicks off virtual auditions as production begins for early 2026 premiere

'American Idol' Season 24 Will See 'Big' Changes

American Idol is debuting some “big” changes in its upcoming 24th season. As auditions are underway for the Season 24 premiere of the ABC singing competition in 2026, showrunner Megan Michaels Wolflick revealed some of what’s to come in an interview with TV Insider. “We do have some changes. I can’t really get into any […]

‘American Idol’ Boss Talks ‘Big’ Format Changes, Carrie Underwood & Season 24 Auditions

'There are going to be some surprises around every turn,' Showrunner and EP Megan Michaels Wolflick said.