‘Another baby or album?’ Internet speculates as insiders claim Katy Perry left ‘American Idol’ to expand her family
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kate Perry took the entertainment world by surprise recently when she announced that the current season of 'American Idol' would be her last as a judge in the reality-singing competition.
In an appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', the pop icon cited a desire to spend more time making new music as the impetus behind the decision. However, according to The Mirror, the tensions arose over financial disagreements regarding her massive judging salary and her wish for better work-life balance as a mother.
Though her departure marks the end of an era on 'Idol', Perry seems ready to start an exciting new chapter that promises more time for family and a musical comeback for one of the biggest pop sensations of the past decade.
ABC unwilling to increase Katy Perry's pay
According to an inside source familiar with the negotiations between Perry and ABC, the broadcaster behind 'American Idol,' money played a pivotal role in the singer's departure. Perry had enjoyed an extremely lucrative $30 million per year contract, making her one of the highest-paid reality TV stars ever.
However, the source said that ABC was unwilling to increase Perry's pay for future seasons in an effort to cut costs. This stance apparently came down directly from Disney, ABC's parent company. With no room to negotiate a raise, Perry decided to walk away from the judging table.
The source emphasized just how vital Perry has been to 'Idol's success over the past seven years. Her star power and pop pedigree have made her the undisputed ratings draw for the talent competition. However, with corporate penny-pinching in full effect, ABC felt it could hold the line on her massive salary.
Katy Perry looking forward to spending more time with family, creating new music
In addition to the financial considerations, spending more time with her family was a major factor in Perry leaving 'Idol'.
According to the source, "Katy has always told her friends that having a bigger family has been a dream. She is 40 in the fall and loves her blended harmonious family with Orlando and his ex Miranda Kerr. But she would like a little sibling for Daisy."
In addition to starting a new chapter personally, Perry is also hoping to rededicate herself professionally to creating new music. It has been over two years since she released an album, and her fans have been anxiously awaiting new songs.
According to the source, Perry came away from the completion of her highly successful Las Vegas residency last year with a new sense of eagerness to get back into writing music and potentially touring. She had privately told friends that she hoped to use the time off from her Vegas run to craft a new album.
Internet reacts upon learning about reasons behind Katy Perry's 'American Idol' departure
Upon learning about the reasons behind Perry's departure from 'American Idol,' the Internet erupted with a flurry of reactions.
"What's the 'family' mean? Another baby or album?" pondered one X user.
Meanwhile, another user questioned, "DOES THIS MEAN MORE MUSIC."
Adding to the discourse, a third user speculated, "She’s too expensive for them."
Another individual expressed optimism, stating, "Her family of albums I hope."
Amid the speculation, a fifth user proposed, "Family = music."
Finally, a sixth user enthusiastically exclaimed, "HER MUSIC FAMILY YES."
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