“American Idol” fans, rest assured; when the Fox singing competition returns for a new season, the judges’ panel will have at least one returning face.
Harry Connick Jr., who came onto the series’ current season following a shakeup that saw the departure of judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, confirmed Wednesday that he will be back to work when the recently announced 14th season premieres.
Connick made the announcement on Wednesday’s edition of “Live With Kelly and Michael.”
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“Congratulations,” co-host Michael Strahan said of the “Idol” renewal.