Carrie Underwood may have won American Idol years ago, but stepping into the judge's seat has come with a learning curve. Luckily for the new judge, her fellow co-stars, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie,

Former American Idol winner Carrie Underwood isn’t new to the show, but she is new to judging the show’s talent. Her return for Season 23 marks a new chapter for the singer, who achieved massive success after winning Season 4.

Carrie Underwood is making her return to American Idol. After winning season 4 in 2005, she's joining Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie for the singing competition's 23rd season. The country music star is now taking a seat on the other side of the table as a judge—20 years after she took home the prize herself.