"I'm looking for the next Michael Jackson. We're looking for the best American Idol ever," people.com quoted Lopez as saying, after host Ryan Seacrest introduced her at a press conference in Los Angeles.
The Aerosmith frontman, who will also be joining Lopez and singer Randy Jackson on the show as judge, said he feels "fabulous."
"[It] feels like the perfect feathered nest. It's being a part of something much bigger than yourself. I want to bring some rock to this roller coaster," said Tyler.