While the nation watches the list of "American Idol" hopefuls grow, the rest of the "Idol" universe keeps spinning. Lest we forget, there are nine seasons' worth of "Idol" alums, flunkies, and wannabes floating out there — many of them making news every week.
So while you focus on Season 9 happenings, we'd like to offer you a recap of this week's "Idol" Universe News. Consider it our pop culture-obsessed gift to you.
Scott Brown's Win Is Also a Former "Idol" Wannabe's GainMassachusetts Senator-Elect Scott Brown, surprise winner in Tuesday’s much-talked-about Special Election, has an "Idol" connection: his daughter Ayla appeared on Season 5 and made it as far as the semifinals.
Ayla quickly shot to Internet fame again following her father's win, when he announced that she and her sister are "available."
WATCH: Scott Brown's Daughter Ayla sing "Reflection" by Christina Aguilera on "American Idol's" Top 12 Girls Night
"General" Larry Platt Brings "Pants" to "The View"The former civil rights activist turned insta-celeb began his 15 minutes with an MLK Day appearance on "The View." What better way to honor our greatest civil rights leader than reminding young men to keep their pants off the ground? Free at last... free at last.
WATCH: "General" Larry Platt sing "Pants on the Ground" on "The View."
According to news reports, Jake Records has offered Platt a record deal, while he is seeking an attorney to help him copyright the viral hit song so he can cash in on the craze.
Adam Lambert Scares No One on "Oprah"The Glambert is now safe for housewives coast to coast. Our favorite glam Idol continued his damage-control tour after his disastrous AMA appearance. Mission accomplished. Lambert sang "If I Had You" without kissing any dudes. No crotch grabs. And he didn't put Oprah on a leash.
WATCH Adam Lambert sing his latest single on "Oprah."
Randy Makes the RoundsRandy Jackson talked to MTV News on January 19 about this year’s "Idol Gives Back" concert, raising money for Haiti relief — and whether or not "General" Larry Platt and
Lil Wayne should get together for a charity single. And he didn't say "dog" once.
—Christine Lusey, Amos Content Group
