Katy Perry's On-Set Wardrobe Snafu With Luke Bryan's Assist
During a live broadcast of American Idol, judge Katy Perry experienced a wardrobe malfunction when her metallic top broke apart as contestant Roman Collins performed James Brown's "It's a Man's Man's World". Fellow judge Luke Bryan helped Perry manage the situation, and host Ryan Seacrest later cautioned her about the sharp edges of her top. Perry posted a video of the incident on her Instagram, humorously addressing the malfunction. Reactions on social media varied, with some fans finding the moment iconic, while others critiqued the design of her attire.
The episode also featured a significant moment in the competition as the Top 20 contestants were narrowed down to the Top 14 based on viewer votes. The bottom ten contestants had to perform again for the judges—Perry, Bryan, and Lionel Richie—who would decide on the final four to move forward. This process led to the elimination of several contestants, including one of the season's three platinum ticket holders. The audience expressed their discontent when contestant Ajii was not voted into the Top 10, leading to audible boos. Despite the wardrobe incident and the high-stakes eliminations, the show continued with its planned eliminations and progressions.
