Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler, Randy Jackson Will Return to "Idol"; New Season Begins in January | Playbill

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News Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler, Randy Jackson Will Return to "Idol"; New Season Begins in January "American Idol," the singing competition that is often a steppingstone to the Broadway stage, will kickoff its new season on Fox Jan. 22, 2012, at 10 PM ET.

Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez, rock legend Steven Tyler and Grammy Award-winning producer Randy Jackson will return to the judges' panel for the 11th season along with Emmy-nominated host Ryan Seacrest.

"Having both Jennifer and Steven return to 'Idol' in 2012 alongside Randy is such a positive reflection on what was a wonderful and hugely successful season last year, and everyone is delighted," said Simon Fuller, the show's creator and executive producer, in a statement.

"American Idol" continues its search for the best undiscovered talent in the country with auditions in Houston, TX, Aug. 26.

Among the many "American Idol" finalists and/or winners who have appeared on Broadway are Fantasia, Justin Guarini, Jordin Sparks, Diana DeGarmo, Ace Young, Tamyra Gray, Constantine Maroulis, Frenchie Davis, Clay Aiken and Taylor Hicks.

For more information about "American Idol," visit www.americanidol.com.

 
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