Keith Urban is taking some time off from work in light of the unexpected death of wife Nicole Kidman's father.

The country star was forced to call off a few planned concerts in addition to judging 'American Idol' auditions, but while he's away, singer Adam Lambert will fill in. On Monday (Sept. 15), the official 'American Idol' Twitter page shared the news:

Lambert joins Season 14 judges Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick, Jr. at the ‘American Idol’ auditions taking place Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. on Sept. 16-17.

Dr. Antony Kidman was in Singapore at the time of his passing -- a loss which was not anticipated. Urban rushed be by his wife's side, calling off planned shows in Washington and California. It's been reported that the country singer was on his way to a charity event for Ventura County, Calif. when he learned of the news, and immediately he jumped on a plane to get home to Nashville. Kenny Loggins is said to have filled in for the Australian singer at the event, which also included Bruce Jenner and Wayne Gretzky.

Season 14 of ‘American Idol’ is set to premiere in January 2015.

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