Simon Cowell's forthcoming American version of The X Factor may be an American Idol reunion of sorts. Cowell has stated that Paula Abdul is likely to host The X Factor, along with himself and Island Def Jam Music chairman Antonio "L.A." Reid. Cowell also hinted that while nothing's official yet, British songstress Cheryl Cole is likely to join the panel as well. Cowell did a fair amount of Read more

Simon Cowell is ready for the Justin Bieber effect to hit The X Factor. We chatted with Simon on the phone this week, and he talked about the current critcism of American Idol judges, what's the status of his judge search, and what he's looking for in a host. While Simon has yet to get involved with the audition process, there's apparently a huge amount of talent in the younger set. Simon credits Read more

Simon Cowell is gearing up to take over the world of reality TV yet again this Fall when he brings The X Factor to the States — amid rumors that he's dropping out of the UK version. Auditions have already kicked off in LA — and booths around the country for contestants who can't make it to big cities —with New Jersey coming up this week. Simon says the stateside series will be more "fun" Read more

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The Glee cast arrived in London on Friday and partied at Mahiki on Saturday night. Cory Monteith, Dianna Agron, Mark Salling and Kevin McHale were joined by castmates Naya Rivera, Harry Shum Jr, Heather Morris and Jenna Ushkowitz plus new guy Chord Overstreet at the club, before appearing on The X Factor on Sunday. If you missed their performance, you can watch it here — complete with Read more

Cher Lloyd, Katie Waissel and Rebecca Ferguson sat front row with their fellow The X Factor finalists at the Very fashion show last night. Katie's grandmother sold her story after shocking revelations, and her family have made a statement to distance themselves from her. Matt Cardle wore his signature hat as he sat next to the cute lads from One Direction and Wagner. Matt's apologised to Wagner Read more

Simon Cowell and his fiancee Mezhgan Hussainy attended the International Emmy Awards in New York last night, showing a united front after split reports due to their time apart while he appears on The X Factor. Rupert Murdoch presented Simon with the Founders Emmy Award for his "enormous" cultural contributions during the ceremony, which was hosted by Jason Priestley. Peter Facinelli attended and Read more