Nicole Scherzinger replaces Cheryl Cole

Singer Nicole Scherzinger has reportedly replaced Cheryl Cole in the talent show ‘The X-Factor’. "It’s true. She isn’t on the show anymore. Everyone is gobsmacked. This came out of nowhere. She had already been tested countless times. Simon had nothing to do with it. This is the network’s doing," said a source. Nicole Scherzinger was previously roped in to co-host the show with Steve Jones. Other judges on the show are Simon Cowell, LA Reid and Paula Abdul.

Nicole Scherzinger to host X-Factor

Singer Nicole Scherzinger has been offered to host US version of ‘The X-Factor.

"Never has there been so much behind-the-scenes wheeling and dealing as with ‘X Factor’ USA. Having lined up Nicole as a potential judge, Simon decided to try something different and unexpected, and have a non-mainstream presenter present," said an insider.

The 32-year-old beauty originally tipped to join the judges’ panel, but her natural ability in front of the camera convinced Simon Cowell, who is brain behind the talent hunt show, to make her the host.

Singer Cheryl Cole is likely to take the judge’s seat along with Cowell on the show.

Mariah Carey to join X Factor

According to the latest buzz, Mariah Carey could soon be joining Simon Cowell on the US ‘X Factor’. The 40-year-old singer has said that she was leaving Universal to rejoin Sony, who has close ties to X Factor. Apart from that, Carey’s former boss and mentor LA Reid has already quit a subsidiary of the label to hook up with Simon.

“Mariah and Simon have been in talks about US X Factor for a while. He’s very fond of her. She’d certainly bring the pop diva card to the table,” said a source.

Nicole Scherzinger to join The X Factor

Singer Nicole Scherzinger is set to join the judges’ panel of the US version of "The X Factor". Music mogul Simon Cowell was impressed by former Pussycat Dolls star during her guest appearance in the British version of talent hunt show and now wants to get her on board. Singer Cheryl Cole is also rumoured to join the Cowell. However, talks of Scherzinger’s possible arrival has apparently got Cole worried as she will be eclipsed by her if they do work together on the series.

"Cheryl’s been straight with Simon but suddenly people aren’t returning her calls. She doesn’t want to get into a put-up scrap with Nicole with Simon playing the puppet master."

Katy Perry to launch her own TV show

Singer Katy Perry is set to launch her own reality show and is said to be in talks with ITV2 channel.

"ITV have been trying to sign Katy for ages. They think that she is brilliant for the channel, a real bull’s eye," said a source.

Katy made her television debut with the current season of "The X Factor", where she shares the dais with music mogul Simon Cowell and Louis Walsh.

"Katy loved every minute of it and is very interested in expanding her TV experience. She loves meeting new people and because Russell is from England, she wants to make an especially good impression," said the source.

The singer is also lending her voice for an upcoming movie "The Smurfs".

Dannii Minogue to quit X Factor due to Pregnancy

Dannii Minogue will no longer be a part of the auditions for the new X Factor series due to her pregnancy.

The talent show judge, who is expecting her child with ex-rugby player Kris Smith, confirmed her withdrawal when asked about her appearance on the show.

"If they’re auditioning in the hospital in Australia, yes, but otherwise, no! I will miss Cheryl, Louis and Simon, and not being there for the auditions, but I really need to be near my family in Australia at such an important time”, said Dannii.

Further she said, "I don’t know what is happening with “X Factor”. I just adore it and I had such a fun time last year. I’d love to be part of it somehow even if I just pop back and visit."