Benson Boone Reveals Katy Perry Glad He Quit American Idol

Benson Boone, a Grammy-nominated artist who left American Idol's Season 19 early in 2021, recently revealed that judge Katy Perry was actually glad he quit the competition. During a recent catch-up at an awards show, Perry expressed happiness for Boone's success but also concern for the challenges he would face in the music industry, including public scrutiny and pressures from others. Boone explained that uncertainty about pursuing music was a key reason for his departure, and Perry told him that leaving the show was the best decision he made. Perry, who was a judge on American Idol from 2018 to 2024, had praised Boone on the show, saying viewers would be charmed by him. Boone emphasized that despite Perry's recent public scrutiny, such as criticism over her Blue Origin space flight, she remains a genuinely kind person. Their conversation highlighted Perry's supportive role and understanding of the difficulties faced by rising artists in the entertainment industry.