Carrie Underwood sat at the judges’ table with a sparkle in her eye that we have not seen in years. It was the final night of auditions, and a young woman named Julia Sienna stood before her. Julia also serves as a police officer in New Jersey.
Watch this moment below when Carrie realized she was looking at a future star:
Julia Sienna’s Standout Audition: A Must-Watch Moment
Carrie called Julia that she is a ‘fantastic representation of every woman.’ Carrie loved how Julia’s voice has a powerful foundation but reaches for ‘soft and pretty’ notes at the very top. It is rare to see a superstar like Carrie get this excited.
The fans are already calling this the highlight of the season. One viewer wrote that they loved seeing Carrie support another strong woman so loudly. Another fan said that Julia reminded them of why they fell in love with Carrie twenty years ago.
Carrie knows exactly what it feels like to have your life change in a single afternoon. She was just a girl from Oklahoma when she first stood on that famous circle. Now, she is the one opening the door for the next generation of dreamers.
Carrie Underwood Returns to the Stage: “Alone” 20 Years Later
To celebrate her new role as a judge, Carrie stepped back onto the stage to perform her iconic hit. She sang with more passion and strength than ever before, proving why she is the queen of the show. It served as a reminder that with hard work, a small town girl can truly conquer the world.
Carrie Underwood continues to be the heart of the show by being incredibly talented. She looks for the best in every singer because she remembers being in their shoes. Her journey from a contestant to a mentor is an inspiration to us all. Follow Carrie Underwood on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to stay part of her amazing musical family.