Carrie Underwood Is Really Quiet: What Her Social Media Hiatus Means for Her 'American Idol' Future After Jamal Roberts Fallout

Carrie Underwood has inexplicably stepped away from social media, leaving her Instagram inactive for four days amidst heightened scrutiny regarding her treatment of Jamal Roberts, the first Black male winner of "American Idol" in over twenty years. Following her return to the judging panel, Underwood finds herself embroiled in controversy, prompting calls for her dismissal.The tension escalated during the May 18 finale when Roberts won with an astonishing 26 million votes. While judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan celebrated enthusiastically, Underwood’s notable lack of support during Roberts’ performance drew criticism.Moreover, her comments throughout the season further fueled discontent. Roberts remarked on the disparate treatment from judges, underscoring an unsettling double standard. As public outcry intensifies, Underwood's silence reflects the gravity of this situation.