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Kelly Rowland, Paulina Rubio Joining 'X Factor'

JB Foxx — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:46:29 +0000

Fox announced Monday that former Destiny’s Child member Kelly Rowland and Latin pop singer Paulina Rubio will join Demi Lovato and Simon Cowell as judges on “The X Factor” this fall. “It’s taken more than a decade but I’m delighted to finally be on a panel with three girls (I think!),” said Cowell in a [...]

Khloe Kardashian Leaving 'X Factor'

JB Foxx — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:38:48 +0000

After just one season, Khloe Kardashian is out as co-host of “The X Factor”. Fox released a statement Monday confirming that only host Mario Lopez would return for the show’s third season, Kardashian’s name was noticeably absent from the press release. Rumors had been circulating about Kardashian’s future in the show since February, when the [...]

Britney Spears Leaving 'X Factor'

JB Foxx — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:13:52 +0000

And then there were two… TMZ.com reports that Britney Spears is leaving “The X Factor” after Season 2. Sources say she loves the show but wants to get back to working on her eighth album and a possible tour. “Britney loves Simon, she likes Demi Lovato, but her thing is music,” said a source to [...]

L.A. Reid Leaving "X Factor"

JB Foxx — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 07:52:44 +0000

L.A. Reid is going back to his day job. A rep for Epic Records announced Thursday that the veteran music executive will not return to the Fox singing competition show. Reid is chairman and CEO of Epic, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, and formerly held the same position at Island Def Jam [...]

"X Factor" Names Hosts

JB Foxx — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:47:13 +0000

TMZ.com reports that Khloe Kardashian and Mario Lopez have been named hosts of Fox’ “The X Factor”. Kardashian has been rumoured to be in the running as a co-host for some time, and Lopez’s camp has yet to confirm the announcement, but sources say he’s as good as hired. The duo are scheduled to take over [...]

I Love Shreveport's Willie Jones [VIDEO]

Ally Brooks — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 14:00:18 +0000

Willie Jones wowed The X Factor Judges and the audience the other day when he sang. I love his style. I love his smile. I love his shoes. And I love how he looks around in disbelief that everyone loves him. Simon Cowell is always known for saying horrible things, but when he said he [...]

Khloe Kardashian Front-Runner For "X Factor" Hosting Gig

JB Foxx — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 04:45:39 +0000

Reportedly, Khloe Kardashian has the inside track for the hosting job on Fox’s “The X Factor”. Kardashian apparently impressed producers with her audition and is now Simon Cowell’s No. 1 pick to host the live shows when they kick off in October. Others in the running include Mario Lopez, Kelly Osbourne and George Clooney’s girlfriend [...]

Demi Lovato Boots Rappers Of "X Factor"

JB Foxx — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 06:57:57 +0000

If you’re gonna do a rap glamorizing drug use, don’t do it in front of Demi Lovato. Reports out of Greensboro, NC claim that Lovato booted a rap duo off the stage during auditions for “The X Factor” after hearing the words “bath salts”. A source told E! News, “She wasn’t having any of it. She [...]

Did Britney Walk Out On "X Factor"?

JB Foxx — Fri, 25 May 2012 05:42:36 +0000

Confusion reigned as Britney Spears stormed off the set on the first day of auditions for “The X Factor”. TMZ reports that Spears seemed not too happy when a contestant butchered her hit “Hold It Against Me” and walked out of the Austin, TX audition room, but a source for the show insisted that Brit [...]

Demi Lovato Joins "X Factor"

JB Foxx — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:40:09 +0000

It’s official…Demi Lovato is “The X Factor”‘s newest celebrity judge! She joins Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid and just-announced addition Britney Spears at the judges’ table when the show returns this fall on Fox. Fox has yet to comment on Lovato’s signing, but she and Spears are expected to make an appearance at the network’s upfront [...]

Britney Signs "X Factor" Deal

JB Foxx — Thu, 10 May 2012 05:37:46 +0000

Britney Spears will officially become a celebrity judge on Fox’s “The X Factor” in a deal reportedly worth $15 million. Spears will join Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid on the judges’ panel, replacing departing judges Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger. Demi Lovato has been rumored to be the next celebrity judge to be named soon. [...]

Britney Spears Joining "X Factor" ?

JB Foxx — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 06:53:03 +0000

Britney Spears has reached an agreement to sit in one of the judge’s chairs on Fox’s “The X Factor” for a multi-million dollar payday.The singer will receive $15 million for the job; $13 million to judge aspiring singers alongside fellow judges Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid, and the rest as a bonus for performing on [...]

Britney To Join "X Factor"?

JB Foxx — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:05:00 +0000

Could Britney Spears be joining Simon and L.A. on the “X Factor” panel this fall?Deadline.com reports that Spears has been offered $10 million to be a judge on the singing competition show, $2 million less than Jennifer Lopez was offered to be a judge on “American Idol”. Brit’s fiancee, Jason Trawick, is negotiating the deal, [...]

MAJOR Shakeup At "X Factor"

JB Foxx — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:59:25 +0000

Expect some major changes when “The X Factor” returns this fall. It was announced today that host Steve Jones, and judges Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger will not be returning to the Fox reality talent show next season. An insider told E! News, “Simon (Cowell) wants to take the show in a different direction.” This [...]

"X Factor" Names Winner

JB Foxx — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:08:22 +0000

Melanie Amaro just got a Christmas present she’ll never forget! She’s the winner of Season One of “The X Factor”, beating out rivals Chris Rene and Josh Krajcik for the $5 million prize, which includes a recording contract a Pepsi Super Bowl commercial. An emotional Amaro held it together long enough to tell host Steve [...]

"X Factor" Renewed For Second Season

JB Foxx — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 07:11:08 +0000

Fox announced Wednesday they are picking up a second season of the reality competition show “The X Factor”. Simon Cowell, executive producer and judge on “The X Factor”, stated he was ”absolutely thrilled” upon receiving the news, adding, “I have loved making the show, and I want to thank FOX, our sponsors and, most importantly, the [...]

It's Official: Paula Abdul Joins "X-Factor"

JB Foxx — Mon, 09 May 2011 07:23:45 +0000

Culminating a lengthy build-up, Fox announced Sunday that Paula Abdul will indeed be joining Simon Cowell on the judges panel of his new TV show, "The X Factor."

Mariah Carey Will Be on 'The X Factor,' Says Simon Cowell

Kidd Kraddick — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:07:41 +0000

In a recent radio interview, former 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell confirmed that Grammy-winning superstar Mariah Carey will be involved with FOX's 'The X Factor.'

But wait -- does this mean she'll be a judge? In a word, no.