Carrie Underwood is facing backlash as a judge on American Idol, with critics calling her style too tame for prime-time TV. According to RadarOnline.com, the country star is being labelled "boring" and "too nice," with insiders suggesting her overly sympathetic approach is frustrating both fellow judges and viewers.
"She's too nice for the job," one industry insider told the outlet. "The other judges are rolling their eyes over her constant pity parties, and her presence is making for dull TV."
Underwood replaced Katy Perry, whose direct approach was often criticised for being too harsh. But now, Idol bosses may be experiencing buyer’s remorse over what they hoped would be a gentler presence on the panel. Underwood, 42, has been accused of sugarcoating her feedback and defending weak performances with comments like, "But he's so CUTE!"
Lionel Richie has reportedly confronted her on-set, while both Richie and Luke Bryan are said to be growing weary of her on-set complaints about everything from camera angles to room temperature. One source said, "Nothing seems to be good enough for Carrie. Luke and Lionel groan when she fixates on minor details."
Viewers have also voiced their disappointment online, calling her feedback “blah and boring.” Some Idol fans miss the edge Perry brought and are now questioning the show’s decision to choose Underwood over edgier options like Miley Cyrus.
Despite a multi-year contract, insiders say Underwood could be out after one season if she fails to bring more drama. "You already get the feeling Carrie isn’t working out," one source added. "American Idol is trying to stop the ratings from falling – and they’re afraid viewers are tuning out."
Unless she dials up the intensity, Underwood’s Idol tenure might turn into a one-and-done performance.
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