** FILE ** In this Nov. 2, 2012, file photo, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs on NBC's "Today" show in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)
Randy Jackson (right) faces the upcoming season of “American Idol” without fellow judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez. who are leaving the Fox talent competition. Mr. Jackson’s role may change. (Associated Press)
"American Idol" judge Jennifer Lopez plays with the hair of fellow judge Steven Tyler of Aerosmith. Mr. Tyler is mum on whether he or Jennifer Lopez will return to the judging panel on "American Idol" next year, but the rocker says he has loved the experience of sitting next to her. "She's a sexy beast," Mr. Tyler said on Monday. "I feed off that female energy with her." (Associated Press)
"American Idol" judges (from left) Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson praised most of the male semifinalists during Tuesday's performances. (Fox via Associated Press)
Steven Tyler and Carrie Underwood perform this past April at the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. The singers will team up again the night before the Super Bowl for a "CMT Crossroads" special. (Associated Press)