Carrie Underwood reveals what kind of judge she'll be on 'American Idol'

Carrie Underwood is opening up about her return to American Idol as the show's newest judge, telling Good Morning America it "feels like going home."

Underwood famously competed on — and won — season 4 of American Idol in 2005, kicking off an iconic career for the country music superstar.

One day after the news of her Idol return was exclusively announced on GMA, the eight-time Grammy winner took part in the GMA Summer Concert Series, performing hits from throughout her career.

The upcoming season of American Idol, hosted by Ryan Seacrest, returns in spring 2025 on ABC and Hulu.