King Charles III and Queen Camilla make surprise appearance on American Idol with Katy Perry and Lionel Richie
King Charles III and Queen Camilla made a surprise appearance on Sunday’s episode of American Idol amid his historic coronation festivities.
The royals appeared as American Idol judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, who were in the United Kingdom to perform during the Coronation concert, appeared virtually to check in with host Ryan Seacrest, 48.
Ryan asked how the were enjoying the historic events.
‘It was incredible and we’re here for the coronation concert at Windsor Castle,’ Katy said.
‘Now we are trying to figure out what we can do to bring something different to the show,’ Lionel said. ‘So, …I have a surprise.’
Just then King Charles, 74, wearing a blue suit, and Queen Camilla, 75, wearing a long blue jacket walked out and joined them. Katy appeared to bow down.
‘Oh goodness,’ Katy said.
‘I just wanted to check how long you will be using this room for,’ King Charles said laughing. ‘I just wanted to check.’
Queen Camila smiled.
‘We have to give up the room up right away,’ Lionel said.
Lionel thanked him for coming.
‘We are coming to the party,’ Katy said.
‘Well, you deserve it,’ King Charles said. ‘Bless you.’
‘Thank you so much,’ Katy said.
‘We love you,’ Lionel said as King Charles walked off. ‘Congratulations.’
‘God bless you,’ Katy said.
King Charles and Queen Camilla then walked off.
‘That is the royal treatment. I found myself standing up straighter while I was watching that right there,’ Ryan said.
Alanis Morissette, 48, and Ed Sheeran, 32, filled in as judges for Katy and Lionel during the season 21 episode that featured performances by the top eight singers.
American Idol will return Sunday on ABC.
