Carrie Underwood has made her first public appearance since performing "America the Beautiful" during Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. The singer returned to work as she joined other "American Idol" judges for the show's taping in Los Angeles ahead of its Season 23 premiere on March 9.

Carrie Underwood handled a musical mishap at the inauguration of President Trump like a pro, improvising and singing a cappella after the soundtrack didn't play.

The country music superstar went viral after a technical glitch threatened to derail her rendition of America The Beautiful

Carrie Underwood sings the national anthem as former President Joe Biden, left, and former Vice President Kamala Harris listen at the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. (Kenny Holston/The New York Times via AP, Pool) AP

Carrie Underwood got emotional in the trailer for Season 23 of American Idol. Underwood — who came under fire for performing at President Donald Trump's inauguration last week — is now making headlines for her new role on the iconic singing competition,

Carrie Underwood's appearance at American Idol's recent taping on Monday was the first time she had been seen since she performed at President Donald Trump's inauguration