“American Idol Season 11” hit a milestone moment Thursday night with the debut of Season 11’s top 13 contestants. The judges -- from left, Randy Jackson, Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez -- along with host Ryan Seacrest were on hand at the Grove in Los Angeles for the celebration. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images)
Final 13 contestants, front row, from left, Hollie Cavanaugh, Skylar Laine and DeAndre Brackensick; back row, from left, Colton Dixon, Elise Testone, Jeremy Rosado, Joshua Ledet, Jermaine Jones, Jessica Sanchez, Shannon Magrane, Heejun Han, Phillip Phillips and Erika Van Pelt. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images)
