Carrie Underwood makes drastic change to her appearance and is ‘getting back to her roots’ after American Idol’s end

Carrie’s fellow Idol judge Luke Bryan recently dropped the biggest hint yet about her future on the show

 

CARRIE Underwood looked incredible as she showed off a drastic new look, telling fans she’s “going back to her roots”.

The 42-year-old recently wrapped a successful season as a judge on American Idol – two decades after winning the show.

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Carrie stunned as she showed off her new look – and told fans she’s ‘going back to her roots’Credit: Instagram

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The more natural style is a far cry from her trademark bleach blond extensionsCredit: Getty

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The country music songstress with husband Mike FisherCredit: Getty
Today Cry Pretty hitmaker Carrie took to Instagram to unveil a new look after swapping her trademark bleach blond hair for her natural colour.

The country music legend shared a series of smiley selfies showing her rocking a warmer ‘bronde’ tone styled in loose waves.

Carrie, who shares sons Isaiah, nine, and Jacob, five, with her ex-professional ice hockey player husband Mike Fisher, said: “Well, the last time I saw my natural hair color, I was probably about 12 years old.

“But I thought it might be time to give it a second chance. Thanks, @hairbykatelin_ at @parlour3beauty for helping me get back to my roots!”

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Fans rushed to comment on the new look, with one writing: “Girl! What a rich and luxurious cut, highlights/lowlights… you wear it well.”

Another said: “So beautiful Carrie! Love it.”

And a third added: “YASS!! I wish more women would embrace their more natural color! It looks great.”

It comes after Carrie’s fellow Idol judge and country star Luke Bryan hinted that she will return for the next series of the competition.