In a video promoting American Idol, Carrie Underwood recalled a prediction made by the show’s former judge Simon Cowell about her success after the show. Cowell’s prediction turned out to come true.
Carrie Underwood Recalls Simon Cowell’s Prediction About Her
Carrie Underwood previously made a series of videos reading from the diary she kept while she was competing on American Idol Season 4. Ahead of the show’s Season 24 premiere later this month, the show shared a compilation of these clips.
In one of the excerpts Underwood shared, she wrote, “Simon told me that I was not just the girl to beat, but the person to beat. He then went on to make a prediction that I would not only win the AI competition, but I would sell more albums than any other American Idol has.
The video includes audio of Cowell making this prediction on the show, along with some statistics that prove just how right he was. Underwood has sold over 85 million records worldwide and had 29 No. 1 singles throughout her career.
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The New Season Premieres January 26
Season 24 of American Idol is due to premiere on ABC on Monday, January 26. The show will air on Monday nights this season, which is a departure from the Sunday night time slot it has held for a number of years now.
Carrie Underwood will be returning to the panel for her second season as a judge, alongside longtime judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Ryan Seacrest will also be back for his 24th consecutive season as the show’s host.
Last year, Jamal Roberts was named the Season 23 winner. Who will earn the top prize this season? We’ll have to wait and see. Are you excited to watch the new competition? Let us know in the comments below.
