“You Will Sell More Records Than Any Idol”: Simon Cowell’s Bold Prediction For Carrie Underwood 2 Decades Ago Came True, But Even He Missed This Twist That Makes Her The Best Contestant Ever

Carrie Underwood's time as a judge on the current season of American Idol has been a full-circle moment for the country superstar, and she recently reflected on the time she competed in the early 2000s, when original judge Simon Cowell made a prolific prediction about her. Carrie joined the judging panel of Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan for American Idol season 23, replacing Katy Perry. As the current season's competition heats up and is down to the final seven, Carrie's history with the show is made even more meaningful.