Katy Perry wants to LEAVE American Idol after being ‘thrown under the bus’

Katy Perry wants to leave American Idol after six years because she fears she keeps getting “thrown under the bus by producers who she believes intentionally edited her to make her look like the “bad judge”. .

The 38-year-old pop star has faced a spate of controversy and scandal this season – and now sources tell she’s tired of dealing with viewer backlash and peaked when she was booed , for criticizing her participants.

Though Katy has faced criticism in the past, the insider revealed that this season has been particularly rough for her, particularly when she became embroiled in a mom-shaming scandal that prompted a singer on the show to quit.

“Katy wants it [the producers] “I threw them under the bus,” the source said. “She feels her comments could have been removed.”

“Katy took notice of the harsh criticism. Getting booed really upset her. She was trying to stay in her lane, get her work done, and go home.

Katy Perry, 38, wants to leave American Idol after a season of backlash - which she says was caused by producers

Katy Perry, 38, wants to leave American Idol after a season of backlash – which she says was caused by producers “throwing her under the bus”.

One of the earliest controversies to overshadow the singer this season was being criticized for

One of the earliest controversies to overshadow the singer this season was being criticized for “mom-shaming” 25-year-old contestant Sara Beth Liebe, who eventually left the show

Katy was also outraged when she told singers Carina DeAngelo (25) and Nutsa Buzaladze (25) that their performance was

Katy was also outraged when she told singers Carina DeAngelo (25) and Nutsa Buzaladze (25) that their performance was “disappointing”.

Fans have flooded social media with messages urging American Idol to

Fans have flooded social media with messages urging American Idol to “fire” Katy for her nasty comments, which escalated over the past season

“She assumed she would nurture young talent.” Lest her good intentions be misconstrued, it wasn’t what she wanted.

“She’s accomplished so much in her career and is now viewed as a nasty reality show judge.”

“Katy has wanted out for a while but this season has been way too much for her.”

Although Katy has faced criticism in previous seasons, her hardest part in season 21 was maintaining fan approval. Earlier in the season, she was accused of “mama-shaming” 25-year-old Sara Beth love by telling the young mother-of-three that she “put too much on the table.”

Another wave of backlash came during Hollywood week, when Katy told struggling hopefuls Carina DeAngelo, 25, and Nutsa Buzaladze, 25, that their performance had been “disappointing” – adding that their “energy was broken.”

Following both incidents, Katy was heavily criticized on social media – and that criticism has haunted her in the weeks since. Several fans called for her to be “replaced,” even dragging her into the “manipulation” row that broke out when this year’s winner, Iam Tongi, was crowned.

Now, a insider says, she’s decided enough is enough and is ready to quit altogether — forfeiting a reported $25 million-a-season paycheck in the process.

However, the source insisted that money is no object for the chart-topper – and that no paycheck will ever be worth the damage she says the show is doing to its ‘legacy’.

After Hawaiian singer Iam Tongi, 18, was crowned this year's winner, American Idol viewers accused the show of

After Hawaiian singer Iam Tongi, 18, was crowned this year’s winner, American Idol viewers accused the show of “manipulation” and called for a panel change

After this season's finale, Katy (seen with fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan) was asked by the media what she would like to see in the upcoming seasons, but she replied that she was

After this season’s finale, Katy (seen with fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan) was asked by the media what she would like to see in the upcoming seasons, but she replied that she was “so grateful” the series was renewing became

‘[Katy’s decision to quit] It’s not a money thing,” the insider shared. “It’s becoming more of a legacy issue for her.” She doesn’t want her career to be dictated by some talent show that she doesn’t even appear on.”

Katy and American Idol spokespersons did not respond to repeated requests for comment.

In a telling mark, Katy dodged questions about her future on the show when she spoke to following this season’s finale – simply declaring that she was “just so grateful” that American Idol was for another one Season had been extended.

“Oh, I’m just so grateful,” she said when asked what she’d like to see next season – before fellow judge Luke Bryan, 46, jokingly replied, “Except me.” [getting] fired?’

“Right, right, right,” Katy continued, before Lionel Richie, 73, chided them both: “Don’t let that out, okay?”

Although Katy took the reins on Luke and Lionel when it came to how this season “turned out,” she remained emphatic when judges were asked to share their thoughts on “how this season compares to others dropped out,” but it did give some insight into her motivation for entering the competition.

“This isn’t a karaoke show, it’s not a jury show. We’re just a small part of it, but ultimately it’s about the stories and the sounds and the voices of the people that need to be heard,” she said.

Auditions for the 21st season of “American Idol” began on August 3rd. Ever since the show switched from Fox to ABC, contestants have been able to try their shot at stardom during the summer months, from June through August.

Last month, Katy announced that she would be adding several new shows to her Las Vegas residency: Katy Perry: Play at the Theater At Resorts World Las Vegas.

The program – consisting of a total of 22 shows – will continue tomorrow night in Sin City and last until November 3rd. She has the month of September free.

Since joining the show, Katy has had to deal with backlash almost every season.

During season 16, she was beaten for kissing 19-year-old contestant Benjamin Glaze, who wrote his own song “Stadium.”

The source tells  that Katy (seen here on the Idol stage) has achieved so much in her career and is now seen as a nasty reality show judge.

The source tells that Katy (seen here on the Idol stage) has achieved so much in her career and is now seen as a nasty reality show judge.

After revealing that he had never been kissed before, Katy came over and kissed him directly on the lips.

“I felt a little uncomfortable,” Mr. Glaze told the New York Times. “I wanted to save it for my first relationship. I wanted it to be special.”

Katy didn’t fail to offend last season.

During the trial, Katy was accused of “mama-shaming” making love to 25-year-old Sara Beth.

Sara sang “You Know I’m No Good” by Amy Winehouse, and Perry interrupted her performance by saying, “Come on, we need more,” while Sara continued.

“That’s not enough,” Katy said when Sara had finished singing. “Try Bennie and the Jets,” she ordered, adding that love has nothing to lose because it’s “not her dream yet.”

Katy challenged her, “Show us what your voice can do, push it to the limit without looking back.” She added, “Sing it like it’s your new dream.”

Sara attempted to incorporate Perry’s advice into her second song, while Perry continued to shout demands at her as she sang.

“More of that! “Hold on,” Katy said before calling her “Accidental American Idol.”

Sara then shocked the judges by saying she has three children at home.

Katy pretended to pass out, to which Sara said, “If Katy’s on the table, I think I’ll pass out.”

Katy – who is mum to two-year-old Daisy Bloom with Orlando Bloom – replied: “Honey, you’ve put too much on the table.”

Sara said she found Katy’s comments “hurting” and discouraged others from engaging in “mom shaming.”

“Early on in my audition, before I sang, I mentioned that I had three kids and was a young mom, and Katy Perry made a joke that wasn’t particularly nice,” Sara Beth said.

“I can’t say much about my feelings on that because it’s probably pretty self-explanatory.”

“But I wanted to take this opportunity to say that I think it’s so cool for women to support and cheer up other women and I think mom-shaming is totally lame.”

In the following episode – after singing The Police hit ‘Roxanne’ – she told Katy, Lionel and Luke: “This opportunity is really great but it’s actually going to be my last gig because I’m with my heart at home.”

‘Well, I’m going home to my babies.’ They kind of need me.’

American Idol fans were quick to criticize Katy’s behavior.

“I really don’t like the way Katy Perry just treated Sara Beth on American Idol. They allowed Katy Perry to bully this woman on live national television before she even started singing. “So ugly,” wrote one fan on Twitter.

This was the first of several incidents this season where Katy drew backlash.

In a subsequent episode, Katy was accused of waging a “psychological war” against two struggling singers, Carina and Nutsa.

She told Nutsa she was going home when the top 26 was announced. She then revealed that she wasn’t serious and that she would go on to the next round.

Carina was later eliminated. In an April episode, Katy came back for Nutsa and was booed when she “advised” her to change her wardrobe.

In a shimmering dress and glittery boots, Nutsa sang “Paris (Ooh La La)” from Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. Katy wasn’t impressed.

“Nutsa, every time you take the stage, it’s like you’re bombarding the stage with glitter,” Katy told the contestant. “Listen, one thing I’d like to see from you next time isn’t just a piece of glitter.” I know this is going to be difficult.’

“Katy was booed!” said Judge Luke Bryan, 46, after he and Lionel Richie, 73, stood in shock.

“First time in six seasons,” Katy clapped back.