Katy Perry Is Ready to Move On From ‘American Idol’

Singer Katy Perry told Jimmy Kimmel that her upcoming seventh season as a host of American Idol will be her last—and admitted that the announcement would come as a surprise to her two co-hosts.

During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Monday night the host asked Perry what her plans were for the future of Idol. She explained that she had agreed to perform at Rock In Rio, a large music festival in Brazil in September, which is when American Idol typically begins filming.

“It’s a big deal for people all over the world, especially my Brazilian fans,” the pop star said, adding, “I think this will probably be my last show, my least season for Idol.”

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