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Lauren Jauregui Sings 'If I Ain't Got You' Perfectly on 'X Factor'

Alexandra Capotorto — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 02:14:22 +0000

After a montage of awful 'X Factor' auditions - Simon even compared a group to a time when he sat on two cats -- we knew we were in for a good audition with Lauren Jauregui.

Demi Lovato Officially Signs 'X Factor' Deal

Jessica Sager — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:25 +0000

It’s official! Demi Lovato is now an ‘X Factor‘ judge. TMZ reports that Lovato, like fellow new judge Britney Spears, will hit up New York City to finalize her paperwork for the gig tomorrow (May 14). Though Lovato is scheduled to tour this summer, her ‘X Factor’ position shouldn’t interfere with her itinerary. Lovato will [...]

Britney Spears Rejects First "X Factor" Offer

Erin Phillips — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 12:38:32 +0000

Last week it was announced that Britney Spears was in the producers sites as the next judge of the X Factor. They need someone big to help compete with the other singing shows, and supposedly Britney was thinking it was a possibility. Now it seems that X Factor won’t be able to come up with [...]

Janet Jackson May Join Season 2 of 'X Factor'

Nadine Cheung — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:29:53 +0000

Whitney Houston was being considered as a new judge for ‘X Factor,’ but after her unexpected death, Janet Jackson is reportedly in preliminary talks to join the hit FOX show.

Beyonce Offered $100 Million for 'X Factor,' May Edge Out Mariah Carey

Jessica Sager — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:22:58 +0000

The producers of ‘X Factor‘ are not playing around! Following shakeups with the judges and host, Simon Cowell‘s pet project has been looking into hiring Mariah Carey as a mentor for some time. However, whispers of Beyonce beating Mimi to the spot are growing louder, and Bey’s rumored paycheck is growing bigger. A lot bigger — to the tune of $100 million!

'X Factor' Winner Melanie Amaro Inks Deal With Epic Records

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:32:34 +0000

Melanie Amaro was crowned the first-ever ‘X Factor’ winner less than a month ago and things are moving full speed ahead for the future superstar. First up on the docket: signing a record deal with Epic Records.

'X Factor's' Steve Jones Goes Shirtless on 'Ellen' – Hunk of the Day [PICTURES, VIDEO]

Coco DeWitt — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:35:12 +0000

We all owe Ellen DeGeneres a big “thank you” for getting the ‘X Factor’s’ Steve Jones to take his top off on her show Tuesday. It really wasn’t that hard — all it took was a simple “I was hoping that you would take what you have on off…” She did give him a black, ‘Ellen’ v-neck as a cover up, though, but for a few moments of glory we got to gawk at the man’s furry abs.

Rachel Crow Earns Praises for Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson Covers on 'X Factor'

Cristin Maher — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:05:00 +0000

Rachel Crow might have earned herself a spot in the ‘X Factor‘ semi-finals tonight with two strong performances on the show. The teen is only one of five contestants left in the competition, and she proved that she was in it to win it with her first song, which was a lively rendition of Bruno Mars‘ hit tune ‘Nothin’ on You.’

'X Factor' Judge Simon Cowell Joins Twitter

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:08:56 +0000

The Twitterverse got a lil saltier. ‘X Factor‘ judge Simon Cowell has joined Twitter, which he announced last night on the performance episode. Cowell is a bit behind the digital times, creating his account on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Hey, better late than never to the social networking party, right?

X-Factor Recap: The Remaining 16 Put It On The Line

Jessica Sager — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:32:59 +0000

Last week, the Top 32 ‘X Factor‘ contenders received their mentors, judges and guest judges. Rihanna gave her input to L.A. Reid while Enrique Iglesias piped in with Nicole Scherzinger and Simon Cowell flew solo. This week, the

Official: Nicole Scherzinger Replaces Cheryl Cole on 'The X Factor'

My 1035 FM — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:38:19 +0000

Following weeks of messy publicity, Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger will officially replace Cheryl Cole as a judge on Fox's upcoming reality-competition series 'The X Factor.'

In a joint statement released Monday, Fox and 'X Factor' producers FremantleMedia and Syco TV said, "Nicole Scherzinger will be replacing Cheryl Cole on the judging panel of The X Factor.

"Nicole will join Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid and Paula Abdul on their search across America to find the next global superstar or group to win the life-changing $5 million dollar recording deal. Nicole has previously joined Simon Cowell as a guest judge on The X Factor for the UK version of the show in 2010. Steve Jones will act as sole host of The X Factor."

Watch the Latest Promo for 'The X Factor' [VIDEO]

My 1035 FM — Sat, 21 May 2011 14:02:35 +0000

He's baaaack!

This week, Fox released a brand-new teaser for its upcoming reality-competition series 'The X Factor,' which will mark the official return to American television for Simon Cowell.

The former 'American Idol' judge, who is re-teaming with his fellow 'Idol' expat, Paula Abdul, promises an epic show, one that is open to "anyone who can sing."

Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul Reunite for 'X Factor Auditions' [PHOTOS]

My 1035 FM — Mon, 09 May 2011 20:35:12 +0000

Though negotiations reportedly went down to the wire, Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul stepped out in full force Sunday for the first round of 'X Factor' auditions in Los Angeles.

"This show would never have been the same without Paula and I can't beli

Fergie in the Running for 'X Factor' Gig

My 1035 FM — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:57:38 +0000

Black Eyed Peas frontwoman Fergie is reportedly up for a spot on Fox’s hotly anticipated reality show ‘The X Factor,’ Simon Cowell confirmed to reporters this week. “Her name was put forward. But like with a lot of other people we have spoken to, we have to check out everyone’s availability. There is lot of [...]