Is Luke Bryan OK? 'American Idol' fans left concerned as ABC singing show judge takes his 1st IV on set

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate gets criticized by Katy Perry
PUBLISHED MAR 4, 2024
Luke Bryan takes his 1st ever IV on 'American Idol' set (ABC)
Luke Bryan takes his 1st ever IV on 'American Idol' set (ABC)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: During Aniston Pate's audition round, Luke Bryan took some time to receive an IV. As Katy Perry recorded Luke, he said, "Katy is making me take my first-ever IV with vitamins."

While filming Luke, 'American Idol' judge Katy further asked her fellow judge, "Why do we have to go this far, Luke?" As Luke began to reply, Katy interrupted and said, "Because you won't orally take vitamins." Luke was then injected, and he let out a loud cry. 

While listening to Aniston's song, Luke continued to take his IV drip. Seeing the judges interrupt the audition made a fan claim, "She was really good!! The IV stuff is just stupid!!!" Another angry fan claimed, "Why the f do we need to watch someone take IV? This is why the show is so scripted." One curious fan asked, "Why does he have an IV?" 

A fan slammed the producers, "The tape is usually the worst part when getting an IV." One asked, "What’s with the IV drip?"

Another asked, "Do you like to drink caffeinated beverages while working?" One slammed the judge, "I'll take my supplements and vitamins in pill form, thanks." 

Luke Bryan takes IV during 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate's audition (ABC)
Luke Bryan takes IV during 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate's audition (ABC)

Katy Perry believes 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate was throwing away opportunities

After Luke and Lionel Richie praised Aniston's song and her voice, Katy, with a poker face, said, "It was a good song; you're on your way to being a great songwriter in Nashville."

She then pointed out some flaws, saying, "But I do think you were throwing away some of the opportunity for holding out notes. You can deliver lyrics in a very intimate way while still demanding power."

Katy suggested to Aniston, "You don't always have to drive a tractor; you can drive a Mini Cooper and still buzz around."

Katy Perry criticizes 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate (ABC)
Katy Perry criticizes 'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate (ABC)

'American Idol' Season 22: Did Aniston Pate get a golden ticket?

Lionel said yes to Aniston, stating, "I would like to see you in Hollywood." Despite the criticism, Katy also said yes to Aniston. Luke followed suit, and together, the three judges exclaimed, "You're going to Hollywood."

Fans believe Aniston was worth giving the golden ticket. One commented, "True country writing, authentic; liked her honest delivery." Another claimed, "Her articulation is really good, important when you're telling a story." Another praised the singer, saying, "Aniston, you have the voice of an angel."

'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate gets a golden ticket (ABC)
'American Idol' Season 22 contestant Aniston Pate gets a golden ticket (ABC)

Catch new episodes of 'American Idol' Season 22 every Sunday at 8 pm ET on ABC. The latest episodes will be available to stream next day on Hulu.

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