Tag: Luke Bryan
American Idol backstage rift? Carrie Underwood–Luke Bryan bond leaves Lionel Richie feeling 'left out'
Behind the scenes, Lionel Richie is reportedly feeling sidelined as Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood grow close on the American Idol set. Sources say Bryan’s frequent praise for Underwood and her family has strained the judges’ dynamic, even as the trio remains professional on air. The 2025 finale performance hinted at unity, but tensions may linger off-camera.