American Idolseason 23 first runner-up John Foster and second runner-up Breanna Nix took Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan’s seats at the judging table after announcing their upcoming Grand Ole Opry debuts. During theAmerican Idolseason 23finale,John and Breanna placed second and third behind winner Jamal Robertsafter a season of incredible performances from all of the finalists. A few days after the finale, Breanna announced that she’ll be making her Opry debut on June 15, 2025, while John will do the same on June 7.
American Idolseason 23 first runner-up John Foster and second runner-up Breanna Nix took Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan’s seats at the judging table after announcing their upcoming Grand Ole Opry debuts.
In a hilarious video shared via Instagram,Breannaand John took Carrie and Luke’s seats at theAmerican Idoljudging table.The video was set to Snoop Dogg’s “Sensual Seduction,” and featuredJohn and Breanna on the set ofAmerican Idol, considering whether to sit in the judges' chairs. The first scene showed John with the caption,“Should we go sit in the judges' chairs?“followed by Breanna’s caption,“No we shouldn’t.“John’s then said,“We could just go see how it feels,“as Breanna replied,“Like us being the next country judges?”
Then Breanna and John were both shown with the captions,“I mean…It’s right there…“and"Let’s just go see how it feels.“The captions then said,“Let’s just see…“and"Do we look like Carrie and Luke right now?“asBreanna and John sat in Carrie and Luke’s chairs at the judging table with big smiles on their faces.
Breanna captioned the post,“Both of us are performing next week at the Grand Ole Opry…so maybe #justforlaughs this could happen too? #judges #americanidol @americanidol #johnfoster #breannanix #carrieunderwood #lukebyran #Sahm #newjudges #countrytok #countrymusic @officialjohnfoster @carrieunderwood @lukebryan @opry.”
What Breanna & John Sitting At Judges' Table Means For American Idol
Breanna & John Are Following in Carrie & Luke’s Footsteps
It was so funny to see Breanna and John sitting in Carrie and Luke’s seats because they’re following in their footsteps, andthey’re on their way to becoming country music legends like them. They really are true reflections of the judges. Like Carrie,Breanna is a country singerwhose music is often faith-based, while John has a classic country sound like Luke. Both Breanna and John have the potential to become country music superstars after the show, especially because they’re both about to make their Grand Ole Opry debuts, and this video is like catching a glimpse of the future.
Our Take On Breanna & John Sitting At American Idol Judges' Table
Breanna & John Should Return To American Idol As Mentors
Although Breanna and John were just joking when they sat at theAmerican Idoljudges' table, it got me thinking thatthey could make great mentors for future finalists. It’s always exciting to see alums return to the show to help the contestants, and Breanna and John’s journeys could lead them back to the show to do the same. As they make their Grand Ole Opry debuts, they’re on their way to breaking into the country music industry.
ThroughoutAmerican Idolseason 23, Breanna and John, along with winner Jamal, impressed judges Carrie, Luke, and Lionel Richie, and voters with their sensational performances. I loved seeing Breanna andJohn as the future ofAmerican Idol, sitting in Carrie and Luke’s chairs. Although they were kidding about sitting in their seats,it’s highly possible that someday it could happen. I can’t wait to see what Breanna and John do next afterAmerican Idol.
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American Idol is a reality singing competition that adds to the international “Idol” brand, conceived initially in the U.K. as Pop Idol. Holding massive auditions across the U.S., American Idol invited several contestants to perform in front of a panel of judges that would determine whether or not they’d go on to future rounds for a chance at competing in the fully televised premiere of the show. Contestants are voted off each week by American participation via voting through various mediums, and the winner of the competition would be given a contract with a record label to secure a future as America’s next musical idol.
