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Big news for American Idol fans!

Carrie Underwood will replace Katy Perry as judge on American Idol.  According to Variety, ABC is expected to announce the news on August 1 The outlet adds that the singer has returned to the show several times since competing as both a mentor and a performer.  She first won the show in 2005.

Will Carrie be a good fit? Why or why not?