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The X Factor: Kelly Rowland & Paulina Rubio Join Simon Cowell On Judges’ Panel

Simon Cowell has added former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland and Latin artist Paulina Rubio to the cast of his...

Musical Spoof Of The X Factor To Hit London Stage In Early 2014

Simon Cowell is bringing “The X Factor” — or a version of it — from television screens to the London stage in early 2014.

L.A. Reid Happy To Leave X Factor As ‘A Winner’

L.A. Reid recently announced he will not be returning as a judge on Simon Cowell’s “The X Factor,” but did the music mogul reconsider his decision after Tate Stevens...

The X Factor: Shocking Elimination As Fan Favorite Goes Home

Bad news for fans of Team Simon Cowell on “The X Factor.” (SPOILER: This story contains the results of Thursday’s “The X Factor” elimination show.)

The X Factor’s Freddie Combs Shares His Hopes To One Day Stand & Sing Again

Freddie Combs, who used to weigh over 900 pounds, became an “X Factor” sensation the moment he began to sing on last week’s...

Will Britney Spears & Demi Lovato Bring Big Ratings To X Factor?

Judge Britney Spears is in control on “The X Factor.” During the season debut airing Wednesday , the audience cheers her, Simon Cowell defers to her and...

X Factor’s Jillian Jensen Shares Her Bullying Story

Jillian Jensen hit an emotional note with “The X Factor” judges, including Demi Lovato, and even Simon Cowell, when she discussed still being scarred by bullying during the...

Nick Cannon: Mariah Carey Will Be ‘The Toughest Judge’ On American Idol

Watch out Simon, Mimi is about to be unleashed! According to Nick Cannon, his wife and new “American Idol” judge Mariah Carey will...

It’s Official: Britney Spears, Demi Lovato Joining ‘The X Factor’

It’s finally official – Britney Spears and Demi Lovato are joining “The X Factor.” After much speculation and numerous...

Fergie Shoots Down ‘X Factor’ Judge Rumors: ‘It’s Just Not The Right Time For Me’

Rumors have circulated for weeks hinting that Fergie has been tapped as a judge for Simon...

Whitney Houston Being Considered For Judge’s Seat On ‘The X-Factor’ (Report)

Whitney Houston is making her grand comeback to the big screen in the upcoming musical drama, “Sparkle,” but is the...

‘American Idol’ Producer Says No Major Changes In Store After Last Season’s Makeover

“American Idol” executive producer Nigel Lythgoe says don’t expect any major changes when the...

The X Factor’ Recap: The Contenders Perform For Mentors & Guest Judges

“The X Factor” aired its most exciting – and emotional – episode so far on Thursday, as the contestants finally met their...

Astro Ready For His ‘X Factor’ Comeback

Teenage rapper Astro returns to “The X Factor” stage on Tuesday, just one week after he was saved from elimination. And after an advisory session with his mentor, L.A. Reid, and...

‘The X Factor’ Final 32 Are Named, Judges Find Out Which Groups They’re Mentoring

“The X Factor” boot camp is over and three competitors who captured America’s attention following the...

‘The X Factor’ Reveals Top 17 Contestants; One Singer Saved At Last Hour

“The X Factor” top 16 was revealed on Tuesday night – and quickly became a Top 17 after one cut caused Simon Cowell to...

‘Idol’ Creator Simon Fuller Sues For Stake In ‘X-Factor’

The creator of “American Idol” sued the show’s broadcaster and producer claiming they have reneged on a deal to give him a stake in...

Recap: ‘The X Factor’ Premiere — What Happened?

Simon Cowell’s “The X Factor” made its American premiere on Wednesday night, rolling out a host of singers — young, middle aged, and even, an...

It’s Official: Nicole Scherzinger Replaces Cheryl Cole As ‘X Factor’ Judge

In the U.S. television battle of the British pop stars, Cheryl Cole is out of Fox’s “The X Factor” and Nicole...

Rihanna Approached To Judge ‘The X Factor’; Turned Gig Down

Rihanna says she was approached to join Simon Cowell’s “The X Factor,” but the superstar singer was forced to turn down the gig due to her busy...

FOX Announces ‘X Factor’ Debut Date, ‘Glee’ Season Premiere & More

Simon Cowell’s “X Factor” finally has a date! Find out when the show will air, along with the season premeire...

Fox Plans 8 New Series, 5 In Fall Including Cowell’s ‘The X Factor’

Fox is cancelling “America’s Most Wanted,” the Saturday night show that has profiled criminals on the lam since 1988, and...

‘The X Factor’s’ Stacy Francis Reveals Oprah Winfrey, Susan Boyle Were Inspirations

Stacy Francis has admitted three superstars helped inspire her to audition for “The X Factor” –...

Adam Levine Rates His Fellow ‘The Voice’ Coaches; Christina Aguilera Pulls From Own Ups & Downs To Help Contestants

Before fans get a chance to see Simon Cowell battle it out with his...

Fergie Shoots Down ‘X-Factor’ Judge Rumors; Talks Vacation From Black Eyed Peas

Although Fergie has a list of things she wants to tackle during her long-awaited hiatus from the Black Eyed Peas, being a judge on...

After U.S. Exit, British Pop Star Cheryl Cole Reportedly Not Returning To ‘X Factor’ UK

British pop singer Cheryl Cole will no longer “Factor” into Simon Cowell’s reality singing...

Randy Jackson Weighs In On ‘Idol’s’ Week 2 Contestants; Says Age Is Making This Season So Good

“American Idol” just wrapped up its second week, proving definitively that without...

British Pop Star Cheryl Cole Joins ‘The X Factor’ As Judge

Simon Cowell will be joined by British pop star Cheryl Cole at the judges’ table on “The X Factor.” The singer, who sat alongside Simon as a judge...

UPDATED: The Results Are In! Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler & Randy Jackson To Fill ‘American Idol’ Judges’ Seats

After months of speculation, the judges for the upcoming tenth...

Jennifer Lopez Talks ‘American Idol’ & Possible ‘Glee’ Gig

Jennifer Lopez makes her “American Idol” debut on Wednesday night and she told Access Hollywood Live’s Billy Bush and Kit...