Meghan Trainor has revealed that she’s keen to take Katy Perry’s spot on “American Idol.”
In February, the 39-year-old “Roar” hitmaker and longtime “American Idol” judge announced she would be leaving the popular singing competition show after the conclusion of season 22.
On Wednesday, Traynor, 30, Cast After judge Luke Bryan and host Ryan Seacrest said she’d be perfect for the role on “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen,” fans called in asking if she was in negotiations to replace Perry on the show.
“I went to every interview in the world saying this was my dream job, and I emailed three amazing people who work in that world who don’t have the final say,” Trainor said, “but I begged.”
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Meghan Trainor is aiming to take Katy Perry’s spot on “American Idol.” (Getty)
“I’ve been begging for this job,” she continued. “I haven’t heard anything yet, so check your email. But this is my dream job. I want to drive to work on ‘American Idol’ and then drive home after.”
The Grammy winner explained that she’s a longtime fan of the show and loves watching the contestants’ journey from audition to becoming superstars.
“I love being a part of their process,” Trainor said. “I feel very attached to it. It’s like my favorite show. I’ve been watching it since I was a kid.”
“We need to get you on the show, Luke!” Cohen, 56, yelled.
“Call somebody, hi!” Traynor said.
Trainor said he “begged” to replace Perry after he left the show as a long-time judge. (Amy Sussman/Getty Images for ABA)
Trainor has previously served as a judge on “The Four: Battle for Stardom” in 2018, “The Voice UK” in 2020 and “Australian Idol” in 2023.
After Trainor appeared as a coach on an April episode of “American Idol,” Bryan and Seacrest voiced their opinions on the possibility of the “All About That Bass” singer replacing Perry.
“I think Meghan’s always been a really fun person. Having fun is kind of her defining characteristic,” Brian told Entertainment Tonight.[She’s] It’s really resourceful, so that’s for sure.”
Perry announced she was leaving the show in February. (Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images via iHeartRadio)
“She was great,” Seacrest said of Trainor. “Megan is also incredibly talented and has a great sense of humor. She’s fun and natural.”
Kelly Clarkson, the first winner of “American Idol,” previously said she had no plans to return to the rival show, “The Voice,” after being dropped as a coach on the show.
“No, I can’t do that. I made a promise to my kids, and I was like, ‘I want to be there as much as I can,'” Clarkson said.“Tonight’s Entertainment” “Then I had to leave The Voice because I had to go to L.A.”
The show was hosted by Ryan Seacrest, and Perry served as a judge alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. (Eric McCandless/Disney via Getty Images)
Perry voiced her support for country singer Jelly Roll to take her place after he appeared as a guest mentor on American Idol.
“When Jelly Roll came on the show, I have to say he was totally crazy,” Perry told E! News in May. “I believed anything he said. I could run for president. I could be a pastor. I might even go back to church for him. He would sell me anything.”
Perry, along with Brian and fellow judge Lionel Richie, thought Jerry would be the perfect person to mentor the young artists onstage.
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Perry has previously said he supports Jelly Roll as his successor. (Jason Kempin)
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“It would be great if any of these guys and Jerry would be on the show. I love you, Jerry!” she said.
Perry added, “I want a truth teller. I want someone who is not afraid to tell the truth in a graceful way.”
Jelly Roll, meanwhile, admitted he would do anything to take part in the competitive series.
“I’m going to clean up ‘“If I want to go in the bathroom on ‘American Idol,’ I’ll be there,” he told E! News.
In May, ABC announced it had renewed “American Idol” for a 23rd season.
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