American Idolseason 23’s Carrie Underwood has been having difficulty finding her footing as a judge, but aftersharing some behind-the-scenes photos from her own time onIdol,it’s even more clear that she may not be the issue at hand, and the show may need to be retooled overall. ThroughoutAmerican Idolseason 23, it’s been clear that Carrie’s time as a judge has been welcomed by the contestants and her fellow judges, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Though Carrie’s judging style may not be what viewers were expecting from the country superstar, she’s not the show’s only issue.
Carrie’s series of throwback photos makes it clear that she’s been reminiscing on what it was like long before she became the big star she is now.

Throughout her time onAmerican Idolso far,Carriehas been doing her best to dig up photos and journals from her past, sharing some on her own platforms and other relics during herIdol To Iconweb series. Carrie’s time onAmerican Idolseason 4 led to her winning the competition, and jettisoned her into superstardom. Taking some time to reflect,Carrie shared that she was looking backat"never before seen personal photos from…Hollywood Week in 2005.“The photos, which feature a younger Carrie touring Hollywood with other cast members, prove she’s been in the contestants shoes before.
What Carrie Underwood’s Throwback Photos Mean For American Idol
She’s Looking Back At Her Own Experiences
As Carrie has moved through her time as anAmerican Idoljudge, she’s been doing a lot of reflecting on her time competing in the past. Asthe winner ofAmerican Idolseason 4, Carrie was one of the earliestIdolcontestants and has had 20 years to build her career after the show. Though Carrie has become a megastar in her own right,American Idolhelped to build her career, and she’s always given back to the showas a thankful alumni. Carrie’s been clear that she wants to be a better judge, and her throwbacks may be helpful.
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WhileCarrie’s time on the current season ofIdolhasn’t been easy thus far, the fact that she’s taken the time to reflect on her own journey is helping her move through the difficulties of being a judge. Reflecting on her throwback photos has made it clear that Carrie really does remember what it’s like to be one of theIdolcontestants, and is doing her best to make things easier for those she’s judging now. While she doesn’t want to be easy on them,Carrie’s doing her best to be gracious and kind, as well.

Our Take On Carrie Underwood Sharing Never-Before-Seen Idol Photos
She’s Sharing Something Personal With Fans
Carrie’s series of throwback photos makes it clear that she’s been reminiscingon what it was like long before she became the big star she is now. Thinking on her ownAmerican Idoljourney,Carrie’s been doing a lot of workon herself as a judge in the time she’s had between the pre-taped audition phases and the live shows, and her throwback photos make it clear she’s remember what it was like to be in the contestants' shoes. Carrie’s presence as a judge being stronger on the live shows could come from her reflection of herAmerican Idolpast.
