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‘Hopeless Romantic’ Lionel Richie ‘Swooning’ Over Newest ‘American Idol’ Judge Carrie Underwood


Lionel Ritchie is raving about new 'American Idol' cojudge Carrie Underwood, gushing about her looks and talent, a source exclusively tells Life and Style.

Carrie Underwood has plenty of nerves as she takes Katy Perry ’s hot seat on American Idol, but she’s got a number one fan in fellow judge Lionel Richie, who’s crushing hard on the married country star, a source exclusively tells Life & Style. About her upcoming gig, the country singer told SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour on Wednesday, August 28: “I think I can be honest and constructive, but still kind.” Despite Carrie tying the knot with Mike Fisher in 2010, Lionel “can’t help but swoon and tell people she’s the most beautiful, talented singer he’s set eyes on in many a year.”

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