Kelly Clarkson declined 'American Idol' judging role for more family time, replacing Katy Perry considered.

Kelly Clarkson declined a judging role on 'American Idol' due to her commitment to spending more time with her two children. The 42-year-old singer, who won the first season of 'American Idol' in 2002, was considered for replacing Katy Perry on the panel. Katy Perry believes there should always be a female voice on the panel and hopes for a replacement who is "honest and bold, not scared of negative comments."