A new promo video, which was released on Wednesday, features Underwood during "American Idol" auditions alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, dancing at the judges' table, reacting to moving performances from contestants and more.

The country music star Carrie Underwood is preparing to serve as a judge on American Idol for the very first time when the singing competition returns for its 23rd season next month..

Luke Bryan offered a hug to his fellow country star and 'Idol' judge as he asked, “you OK over there?” Carrie Underwood, who appeared to hold back tears in that moment, replied, “I’m not!”