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Simon Cowell Just Might Think LeAnn Rimes Was Wasted on 'X Factor' [VIDEO]

Jessica Sager — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 13:34:50 +0000

Simon Cowell has never minced words, but he seems to be keeping relatively mum (as in, outright BSing) when it comes to LeAnn Rimes‘ ‘X Factor‘ performance. For those of you not keeping score, Rimes performed with then-frontrunner Carly Rose Sonenclar, 13, on the final performance episode of the Fox show. And Rimes, uh, blew [...]

Britney Spears + Simon Cowell Reveal Quirks on 'Tonight Show'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:00:38 +0000

'X Factor' terrific twosome Britney Spears and Simon Cowell hit 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' to talk about how their mutual makeup artist helped get Brit Brit to take the judging gig. Blah blah blah, right? We've heard this story before. What was really interesting about this delightful duo was their open discussion of their quirks, like Brit Brit's disdain for socks and the fact that Cowell wants to be cryogenically frozen and had a medium assess the vibe of his home. No, seriously!

Simon Cowell Saves Nine People From Sinking Boat

Alexandra Capotorto — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:38:16 +0000

Simon Cowell can add “hero” to his long, long list of achievements: The former ‘American Idol‘ and current ‘X Factor‘ judge came to the rescue of nine people who were trapped on a sinking boat in France!

Demi Lovato Plants Simon Cowell's Face into 'X Factor' Cake + More

Kat Lee — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 01:28:56 +0000

- Demi Lovato celebrated the ‘X Factor‘ stop in Providence, R.I. by smashing Simon Cowell‘s face into a cake. How many ‘X Factor’ and ‘Idol‘ rejects wish they could get the same opportunity?

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Is Simon Cowell Trying to Sabotage the Competition?

Jessica Sager — Tue, 29 May 2012 12:45:00 +0000

Yowza! Simon Cowell is throwing some shade at fellow singing competition shows in a big way. The ‘X Factor‘ honcho and judge allegedly is attempting to sabotage his competition at NBC, ‘The Voice.’

Simon Cowell Responds to Britney Spears' Interest in Judging on 'X Factor'

Nadine Cheung — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:53:58 +0000

Britney Spears is reportedly interested in taking a judging seat on the next season of ‘X Factor,’ and now Simon Cowell is responding to the claims. The show is currently looking to replace ousted judges Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger.

Kelly Rowland Pokes Fun at Simon Cowell on 'Chelsea Lately'

Scott Shetler — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:39:00 +0000

Kelly Rowland playfully mocked her British ‘X Factor‘ co-star Simon Cowell on ‘Chelsea Lately’ Tuesday night with her impression of the outspoken reality show judge. After a discussion of British accents, the subject turned to Cowell, Rowland’s boss and fellow judge on the U.K. version of the singing competition show. Rowland joked, “I think he [...]

America Are You Ready for The X-Factor

Lori Crofford — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:30:44 +0000

Here is the new extended trailer for the X-Factor. All I have to say is, really, it’s déjà vu. It’s like American Idol had a baby with America’s Got Talent. The X-Factor judges include Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger, and LA Reid. Steve Jones hosts the show. The X-Factor debuts on Fox Wednesday, September [...]

Paula Abdul Joins 'The X Factor': Report

Billy Goforth — Mon, 09 May 2011 13:23:05 +0000

Paula Abdul has signed on as the fourth and final judge of 'The X Factor,' the Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.

Sources say that negotiations went down to the wire, due in part to her deal with CBS to appear on the dance-competition series 'Live to Dance.'

Simon Cowell Wants Paula Abdul for 'The X Factor'

Lori Crofford — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:36:15 +0000

It's the reunion we've all been hoping for.

In an exclusive interview with Deadline's Nikki Finke, former 'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell revealed he wants Paula Abdul to join the judges' table on his upcoming reality series 'The X Factor.'

"I've always wanted Paula. Always been very vocal about that. I missed her the second she left the show," he said. "Always loved working with her even though she can be a pain. And I've been consistent about this. I don’t know what it is about her, but I've always clicked with her."

Did Simon Leaving Help American Idol? [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:07:20 +0000

Simon Cowell sit down with Piers Morgan to discuss an array of things including Simon’s life, the X-Factor and even American Idol. See what Simon had to say about Idol and this time there are no snarky remarks about Steven Tyler. See the full interview on “Piers Morgan Tonight” on Monday night.

Simon Cowell Takes a Dig at Steven Tyler [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:10:05 +0000

Simon Cowell was on Leno the other night and Leno asked him what he thought of American Idol now that he is gone.