American Idol 'American Idol' reportedly close to finalizing judging panel, Charlie Puth and Luke Bryan are frontrunners 07/26/2017 American Idol is reportedly close to finalizing its judging panel for the show's upcoming ABC revival. Read More RELATED NEWS 'American Idol' couple Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner expecting their first childKaty Perry honors late friend and mentor: "I am incredibly grateful"Bobby Bones joins 'American Idol' as in-house mentor for Season 17 TAGS: American Idol The Voice Kelly Clarkson Jennifer Hudson Ryan Seacrest Keith Urban Katy Perry Charlie Puth Lionel Richie Luke Bryan