American Idol Finalists: Revealed!

It took us longer than usual - because Hollywood week started taping later on a later date than past seasons - but our American Idol sources have come through yet again:

They've uncovered the names of most of the 24 season nine finalists.

Shockingly, General Larry Platt and his viral classic "Pants on the Ground" did not make the cut. But the following contestants did, and you'll see them all in Hollywood on February 9:

MEN:
Lee DeWyze
David Duke
Andrew Garcia
Chris Golightly (pictured)
Tyler Grady
Benjamin Honeycutt
Casey James
Aaron Kelly
Alexander Lambert
Michael Lynche
John Park
Jermaine Sellers (pictured)

Read on for the names of the female hopefuls that will be judged by Ellen DeGeneres and company in Hollywood.

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American Idol First Look: Celebrity Judges Galore!

Yes, Ellen DeGeneres is coming on board American Idol as a season nine judge.

But not until February 9, when the world's most popular television show moves to Hollywood.

Until then, Idol will feature its three main judges - Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi - along with a special celebrity judge each week. These guest panelists will include:

Neil Patrick Harris, Avril Lavigne, Mary J. Blige, Shania Twain, Katy Perry, Victoria Beckham and Joe Jonas.

But don't just take our word for it. Check out shots of these actors and singers in their unique roles below. (And let us know if you can figure out what Victoria Beckham knows about singing.)

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