Ryan Seacrest is used to being the host of the show, but on Sunday night’s episode of American Idol, he became the punchline. In a behind-the-scenes moment, the longtime Idol host was caught off guard when a contestant’s mother made a lighthearted remark about him.

Four Arizonans will compete on "American Idol" Season 23. It premieres on March 9 with Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.

"American Idol" is airing the premiere of its 23rd season, which will be the first with Carrie Underwood, on Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m.

The country star is experiencing a full-circle moment, joining Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie on the judging panel for the 23rd season of the show.

"American Idol" returns to television with a new season on Sunday, March 9. Here's what to know about the two-hour premiere and how to watch it.

Listen up, American Idol hopefuls! The judges are sharing the songs they’d love for contestants to skip during their audition, please and thank you. “I’ve got mine that if you start singing it, I'll start having shakes and hives and I'm close to passing out,

The Season 23 premiere of American Idol was all about the return of Carrie Underwood. The Season 4 champ officially took her seat on the judges' panel next to Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan, 20 years after she won the reality TV singing competition in 2005.

Season 23 will premiere at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Those without cable can watch the show for free through FuboTV or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.

An all-new season of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Stream the first episode for free with a Fubo free trial.