LOS ANGELES — Paula Abdul is returning to the “American Idol” family.
For the first time since the singing competition show was revived on ABC, Abdul will return to guest judge after series host Luke Bryan tested positive for COVID-19. He is currently recovering while in quarantine, ABC announced on Monday morning.
Bryan’s positive diagnosis means he will miss the first live “American Idol” broadcast of the season.
“I’m sad to say I won’t be a part of tonight’s first live ‘American Idol’ show. I tested positive for COVID but I’m doing well and look forward to being back at it soon,” Bryan tweeted.
I’m sad to say I won’t be a part of tonight’s first live @AmericanIdol show. I tested positive for COVID but I’m doing well and look forward to being back at it soon.
— Luke Bryan (@LukeBryanOnline) April 12, 2021
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