Following months of rumours and speculation, the judging panel for the new series of 'American Idol' will be officially announced next Wednesday.
Billboard reports that the show's host, Ryan Seacrest, broke the news on Twitter.
He said: "Looks like I have some new plans on wed! I will be able to introduce the @AmericanIdol judges panel! We will send u a pic! Can't wait."
It has been widely reported that Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler will be joining veteran judge Randy Jackson on the panel.