Carrie Underwood is set to make her debut as a judge on American Idol in its upcoming 23rd season and in the first look, the country singer can be seen tearing up

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.

Ryan Seacrest made Carrie Underwood’s return to American Idol easy as he took the season 4 winner ‘under his wing,’ a source exclusively tells Life & Style.

Underwood is replacing Katy Perry as a judge for Season 23, serving alongside returning judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. However, while many fans are excited for the season, Underwood’s involvement has also been met with backlash after she performed at President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20.

American Idol season 23 is already gearing up to be quite emotional for new judge Carrie Underwood. The “Blown Away” singer broke down in tears while listening to a contestant's story in a new trailer released ahead of the show’s premiere.

Carrie Underwood got emotional during her first days as an 'American Idol' judge in a new trailer for the show's upcoming 23rd season

Carrie Underwood is returning to the American Idol stage 20 years after she was crowned the winner of Season 4.