…By Larry John for TDPel Media.
The King and Queen of England, Charles and Camilla, surprised the judges and contestants of American Idol when they appeared on the show as guests.
The judges Lionel Richie and Katy Perry appeared on a live stream from Windsor Castle after their performance at the Coronation Concert.
All Night Long singer Richie shared that they were trying to figure out what they could do to bring something different to the show when he revealed his surprise.
Appearance of the Royals on American Idol
The royal couple walked into the room where the American Idol judges were, and Perry appeared shocked.
Camilla wore an electric blue jacket, while Perry wore a green off-the-shoulder silk dress with matching pearl earrings and necklace.
Charles, wearing a navy suit and a light blue tie, joked about the length of time the judges would be using the room.
Thanking the Judges for their Performance
Charles and Camilla expressed their appreciation for the judges’ performance at the Coronation Concert.
Camilla described it as “fantastic,” while Charles thanked them and said that it was a great treat to have them both there.
The couple shared a quiet joke with Perry, who asked if they were making too much noise.
Richie shared that they understood there was a party going on and that they would join them as soon as they finished.
Ed Sheeran’s Performance
The episode of American Idol also featured a performance by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, who performed the live TV debut of his song Eyes Closed from his latest album – Subtract.
Commentary
It is rare for members of the royal family to appear on television shows, especially ones that are not based in the United Kingdom.
The appearance of Charles and Camilla on American Idol came as a surprise to many, and their interaction with the judges and contestants was cordial and light-hearted.
The appearance shows how the royal family is embracing modern media and entertainment, and it may serve to increase their popularity among a younger generation.
Ed Sheeran’s performance on the show also highlights the power of popular music to bring people together across different countries and cultures.
Music has the ability to transcend language and other barriers, and it can bring joy and happiness to people in difficult times.