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Simon Cowell News - Music Head - 12-01-2010
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As has been long rumored, Simon Cowell is leaving his judging spot on "American Idol" after his season to launch an American version of "The X Factor" on Fox.
The U.S. version of "X Factor" - which was responsible for the discovery of Leona Lewis in the U.K. - will debut in fall 2011. Cowell will serve as both executive producer and judge on the show, the format of which he created and launched in the U.K. in 2004.
The U.S. version will be produced by Syco Television and FremantleMedia North America. "X Factor" is currently shown in 17 countries.
I¹m thrilled that we have put a date on the launch of the U.S. version of 'The X Factor', and delighted to be continuing to work with Fox," Cowell said in a statement. "We have a fantastic relationship, a great team and are all very excited about this."
There was no immediate word on what Cowell's departure will mean for "American Idol," which debuts its ninth season tomorrow night.
Simon Cowell News - WelcomeToMyWorld - 12-01-2010
I heard about him planning to leave the show.. I dont think the show will be the same without him..
Simon Cowell News - TheBluesBerry - 18-01-2010
hopefully he'll be back the next year.
Simon Cowell News - Kiosk - 19-01-2010
Ugh... I don't know what the general feeling is on the other side of the Atlantic but i'm absolutely sick of all these bloody shows! I try to have no opinion on Simon Cowell, cos really he's just doing his job and making some money but that face is just... so irritating. xD
Simon Cowell News - ambernector - 19-01-2010
Kiosk Wrote:Ugh... I don't know what the general feeling is on the other side of the Atlantic but i'm absolutely sick of all these bloody shows! I try to have no opinion on Simon Cowell, cos really he's just doing his job and making some money but that face is just... so irritating. xD
Nice answer. I feel the same. Although, I am forced to watch X factor because of the wife. All her fault.