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New X Factor Judges Britney Spears and Demi Lovato Make Their First Official Appearance

Katie Henry — Mon, 14 May 2012 14:51:11 PDT

It's official: Britney Spears and Demi Lovato are your new X Factor judges. The ladies stepped out in NYC today at Fox's upfront presentation for the official announcement that Britney and Demi are joining the show. Rumors started swirling months ago about Britney's involvement and a reported $15 million contract, but no confirmations were made until today. Returning judge Simon Cowell took the stage together before bringing out the rest of his team, saying, "I'm thrilled to be able to confirm the return of L.A. Reid, the addition of Demi Lovato and the superstar Britney Spears."

Britney made a brief cameo in a sexy white minidress and posed for photos with Demi and the guys. Before leaving the stage, Britney chimed in about her judging role: "I am so excited about this . . . I'm ready to find the true star." The second season of X Factor returns this Fall, but will you tune in to see Britney and Demi?

Britney Spears Reportedly Signs on to The X Factor!

Katie Henry — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:46:52 PDT

Britney Spears has signed on to The X Factor! According to E! News, the pop star is the newest addition to the US show following the dismissal of Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger. Britney's peers Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Lopez have been successful on The Voice and American Idol, respectively, and now it's her time to shine in front of a live TV audience.

Congrats to Britney, we're looking forward to seeing her twice a week in prime time!

Simon Debuts X Factor With Paula and Jokes the Show's About "Giving Older Women a Second Chance"

Katie Henry — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:43:24 PDT

Simon Cowell arrived in style for last night's screening of his new TV show, The X Factor, stepping out of his custom-built black Rolls-Royce to greet screaming fans at LA's ArcLight theater. He was the last judge to arrive on the red carpet and promptly received a kiss from his good friend Paula Abdul. X Factor reunites former American Idol judges Simon and Paula and introduces new faces L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger and super-hot host Steve Jones, who's well known in the UK as a presenter. We were on hand for last night's exclusive screening of the first two episodes, which begin Sept. 21, and were happy to see Paula and Simon's infamous chemistry back in full force. L.A. adds his producing and songwriting expertise to the judging panel, while Nicole has a fresh point of view due to her years of touring the globe as a solo artist and with The Pussycat Dolls. Following the screening, the judges answered questions from fans, and according to Simon, he's finally "met his match" in fellow judge L.A. Here's more:

Simon on comparing the US to UK audiences: "They [the US] have an amazing musical knowledge . . . they were very tough on us at times when we didn't love somebody. I thought there were moments when we were going to get mauled when the audience disagreed with us. The American audience is tougher than the UK audience."
Steve on hanging backstage with contestants: "[One contestant] said I wear too much makeup and I'm nothing but a stretched Ryan Seacrest. And I was like, [sarcasm] 'Well, best of luck with your audition.'"
Paula on changing the lives of contestants: "It's an overwhelming feeling, it's a blessing to see and to feel what other people feel when they're getting that moment. It's awe inspiring. Don't take it for granted."
On major arguments over contestants:
Simon: "I'm going to let you in on a little secret: when certain girls came to audition, if they were too attractive they were known as DOA, in other words dead on arrival, and from that, Nicole was christened Sylvester, from Sylvester the Cat, and Paula became Tom, from Tom and Jerry. So we had to fight, me and L.A., to keep the attractive girls in the competition because Sylvester and Tom didn't want them in the competition and that's where, true story, most of the arguments came from. L.A., will you back me up on that?"
L.A.: "True story."
Simon on what the "X Factor" is: "When someone is brilliant it's a no-brainer. Where it got tricky, as I said before, when other factors came into play, and that's where you needed myself and L.A. Reid to be fair and balanced. I got things back on track, but that's pretty much the only time we argued."
Simon on expanding the age range of contestants: "[Joking with Paula] This show is all about giving older women a second chance."

Rihanna Performs in an Embellished Bikini For Italian X Factor

Molly Goodson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:00:00 PST

Rihanna blew a kiss to the crowd as she strutted down the stairs sporting a rose and ruffles-covered bikini on Italian X Factor in Milan last night. She performed "Only Girl (In The World)" off her forthcoming Loud. Her international promotional tour also included a stop at Sunday's MTV EMA Awards in Madrid where she wore another unique ensemble and reunited with her good friend Katy Perry. Rihanna and her boyfriend Matt Kemp caught up with newlyweds Russell Brand and Katy on a double date after missing their October wedding in India. Rihanna's album release is just days away and you can stream it now on her site as redheaded Rih brings her new music around Europe.

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Anna's Bisexual Announcement, Stephanie Loves Twilight, & Jennifer's Post-Baby Bod

Molly — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:30:00 PDT

Anna Paquin comes out as bisexual in a public service announcement, Stephanie Pratt parties with Lindsay Lohan and reveals her love for Twilight, and Jennifer Hudson shows off her post-baby body and pictures of her son.

PSR 4/1/10: Anna's Bisexual Announcement, Stephanie Loves Twilight, & Jennifer's Post-Baby Bod

PopSugarTV — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:45:53 PDT

Anna Paquin comes out as bisexual in a public service announcement, Stephanie Pratt parties with Lindsay Lohan and reveals her love for Twilight, and Jennifer Hudson shows off her post-baby body and pictures of her son. Be sure to follow us on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook for all the latest celebrity gossip!

Video: Simon Cowell to Stay on American Idol

PopSugarTV — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:33:59 PDT

Are Simon Cowell's plans to leave American Idol no longer in place? We've got the latest on his X Factor contract negotiations.

Simon Cowell Confirms He's Leaving American Idol For X Factor

BuzzSugar — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:40:48 PST

Just minutes ago at the Fox portion of the Winter TCA, Simon Cowell himself took the stage to confirm that the upcoming season of American Idol will be his last. As expected, Cowell's focus will be shifted to launching the American version of X Factor, which is slated to premiere on Fox in 2011. Cowell even signed his new contract on the stage for all of the press to see.

Though he considered hosting both shows, he said "the practicalities" are impossible. Cowell also said that judging Idol has been the best eight years of his life and that all Idol needs to succeed without him is to "find someone who knows what they're talking about." Cowell also added he would love to leave the show "bigger and better than it's been before."

Before Simon ducked out of the Q and A to get back to his duties on Idol, he answered one last question about Paula Abdul, saying, "I adore Paula, whatever happens I will be working with her in some capacity. I miss her."

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Can't Sing? Neither Can She.

GiggleSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 14:00:00 PDT

Shows like "The X-Factor" and "American Idol" really bring to light just how many delusional people there are out there. I'm truly amazed by all of the talentless contestants who come out of the woodwork to showcase their lack of touch with reality. Take the following woman. Someone needs to tell her that a high-pitched drone in no way counts as high-quality singing. Excuse me now, while I go tend to this earache.

X Factor's Leona Already Breaking Records

PopSugar — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 08:04:52 PST

If you haven't heard of Leona Lewis, you soon will. The winner of this season's X Factor (think American Idol) is tearing up the charts in the UK. Leona's single debuted in stores this week and has already broken records. Simon Cowell raves about Leona who chose to cover Kelly Clarkson's A Moment Like This for her first single. How very appropriate for a 21 year-old that has already broken the record for fastest selling download ever. Here's more:

She had already sold 150,000 downloads - meaning that she is now effectively in the top spot.

Lewis, mentored by X Factor judge Simon Cowell, needed to notch up around 200,000 single sales to achieve No1 this Christmas.

Record industry insiders predict she could achieve as many as one million sales by Sunday -far exceeding last year's X Factor winner Shayne Ward's total of 740,000 in his first week.

HMV spokesman Gennaro Castaldo said: "Leona's single is already the fastest selling download in history and is now almost guaranteed to be the fastest selling single of the year.

"There has been a huge response to her as a contestant and when you consider eight million votes were cast then you have to assume a good deal of those people will be buying the song."

It's amazing what shows like American Idol and X Factor can do for a performer's career. Sounds like Leona will be big in '07! Stay tuned for more of the overseas sensation. To watch her performance and to see more pics of this future superstar just

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