I think I will be crying at anything, Perry said in an interview posted byKABC.
Its been a beautiful journey and I love watching these kids grow and becoming this big beautiful patchwork quilt.
She has a roar, about herself, no pun intended, Richie said.

Katy Perry dressed as Cinderella for ‘American Idol’Disney/Eric McCandless
Bryan added, Itll be emotional.
Katy, Lionel, and I have developed a close friendship.
It will be an emotional night.

Since Season 16, the judges panel has remained unchanged until Perrys departure.
ABC has not announced who will take Perrys spot when the show returns for Season 23.
TheAmerican IdolSeason 22 finalists are Jack Blocker, Abi Carter, and Will Moseley.
The finale will air on Sunday, May 19, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ABC.