THE X FACTOR USA - Season Premiere Promo

Here's the promo teaser for the upcoming Season 2 Premiere of "The X Factor USA"!

Britney Spears and Demi Lovato: New "The X Factor" Judges (PHOTO)

Britney Spears and Demi Lovato officially signed on to be the next judges  for the second season of The X Factor US. The big news was announced at Fox Upfront presentation in New York City on Monday (May 14).

The Stereo Hogzz - Paula Abdul Loses 2nd Group “The X Factor US”; “Ain’t No Other Man” (Video)

Mentor Paula Abdul, who managed "The Groups" category, has received her second casualty with 'The Stereo Hoggz's voted out during “The X Factor US” live results show (Thursday, Nov. 10).

Josh Krajcik performed ‘Jar Of Hearts’ on X Factor USA Top 12 (Video)

Josh Krajcik from Nicole Scherzinger’s team still performed a great rendition of Christina Perri's hit “Jar Of Hearts” during the “The X-Factor USA” Top 12 live show (November 2).

X Factor USA: Final 12 Revealed! (Photos)

The weakest link in their respective teams are now out! Checkout 'The X Factor USA' top 12 finalists for season one.

Rapper Brian Bradley performs “Stop Looking At My Mom” On X Factor (Video)

14 year-old Brian Bradley, who wants to bigger than Jay-Z and Kanye West, came strong with his arrogant style and attitude, performing his own original rap “Stop Looking At My Mom” during the audition episode of "The X-Factor” USA edition  (September 29). This kid really got the talent!

Emotional Stacy Francis sings “Natural Woman” On X Factor (Video)

A very emotional performance from 42-year-old Stacy Francis as she takes on Aretha Franklin's classic hit “Natural Woman” during the first episode of “The X-Factor” US edition on Wednesday (September 21 - Auditions).

Rachel Crow “Mercy” X Factor Audition (Video)

A very confident Rachel Crow performed the song “Mercy” during the first episode of “The X-Factor” US edition on Wednesday (September 21 - Auditions). This young lady is just 13 years-old.

Denise Richards says she never dated Simon Cowell

Simon Cowell recently revealed to Howard Stern on his Sirius XM Radio show about the "bizarre kind of blind date" with Charlie Sheen‘s ex-wife Denise Richards but it seems the former American Idol judge is the only one knows about the date.

Mariah Carey to appear on The X Factor but not as Judge

Mariah Carey is officially set for The X Factor but she won't appear as a judge!

Simon Cowell's X-Factor US (Super Bowl XLV Video); Age 12 and above can audition

Former American Idol judge Simon Cowell is now making his presence felt again via the “UnXploding Simon” commercial to promote the US version of “The X Factor”. The new 30-second TV spot was aired during the Super Bowl XLV on Sunday (February 6).

Paula Abdul Returns to American Idol stage for Simon Cowell’s Farewell Tribute (video)

Former judge Paula Abdul returns to the "American Idol" stage during Season 9 finale results show to deliver a farewell tribute to her friend/judge Simon Cowell. [Watch the Video Below]

Cowell is the contributing force on why American Idol became one of the most popular show in the history of American television.

Lee DeWyze Wins American Idol Season 9 (2010)
Bret Michaels "Every Rose Has Its Thorn" American Idol season 9 finale (video)
Bee Gees “How Deep Is Your Love” On American Idol Season 9 (VIDEO)

Simon Cowell and Mezhgan Hussainy: Engaged!

American Idol judge Simon Cowell is ready to drop his single status as he is now engaged to Mezhgan Hussainy.

Cowell is still keeping his mouth zip but Hussainy has already confirmed to RadarOnline that she and Simon are officially engaged.

It seems Cowell is doing all necessary upgrade to his life. Aside from his future marriage, he announced that he is leaving Idol to launch a U.S. Version of his hit show "The X-Factor" in 2011.

[Photo courtesy by PacificCoastNews.com]

Chris Golightly "Stand By Me" American Idol Season 9 (video)

Guest judge Katy Perry became the female version of Simon Cowell as she delivered some not so nice words to contestant Chris Golightly at the American Idol Season 9 Los Angeles audition.

Even though Chris Golightly has great story to talk about, Katy Perry interrupts Kara and said, “This is not a Lifetime movie, sweetheart. He has an amazing story, but you have to have a talent.”

At the end, Chris got two small “yes” and two big “yes”.

Larry Platt's "Pants On The Ground" American Idol 9 audition (video)

Another zany contestant is making a mark on American Idol season 9. A 62 year old veteran Larry Platt performed his original song "Pants On The Ground" in AI's Atlanta audition. Simon Cowell feels that this song could be a hit.

Watch the clip below...

Simon Cowell is leaving "American Idol"; Paula Abdul and Simon for X Factor

It was announced last year that "Mr. Nasty" Simon Cowell is leaving "American Idol" after season nine and that news is now officially confirmed!! Simon is eying to pursue the American version of X Factor and he reportedly tapping the services of former AI judge Paula Abdul to join him. Paula allegedly inked $4.5 million contract.

National Enquirer’s Mike Walker: “Simon flew Paula to London and wined and dined her relentlessly over the course of several days, even introducing her to everyone who works on X Factor. But what really clinched the deal was Simon’s pledge that she wouldn’t have to deal with all the nonsense and infighting that she hated on Idol.”

Simon will be the judge and executive producer on FOX's upcoming American version of "The X Factor" and it will premiere in fall 2011.

Piers Morgan and Diddy, odds favorite to replace Simon Cowell

As the news of Simon Cowell leaving the America Idol show after season nine and reportedly eying to pursue the American version of X Factor to U.S. TV in 2011, online gambling site Bookmaker.com are now conducting a wager for the person that who can replace "Mr. Nasty" judge.

Piers Morgan is the favorite at odds of 2-1 (bet $1, win $2), followed by Sean "Diddy" Combs at 3-1, Quincy Jones at 3½-1, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds at 4-1, Simon Fuller at 6-1, Rob Stevenson at 6-1 and Russell Simmons at 6½-1.

[Photo courtesy by NBC - Getty images]

Simon Cowell is Forbes top earning man in primetime

Not all people who are being straightforward and harsh can received a big payday. American Idol judge Simon Cowell who is considered as the meanest man in prime-time television is the top earning man in US television.

Forbes rated Cowell at the top of his league with the earning of $75 million last year from judging, producing and music publishing.

Checkout Forbes TOP TEN... (earnings from June 1, 2008 to June 1, 2009)

1. Simon Cowell - $75 million
2. Donald Trump - $50 million
3. Ryan Seacrest - $38 million
4. Charlie Sheen - $21 million
5. Steve Carell - $21 million
6. Howie Mandel - $15 million
7. Kiefer Sutherland - $13 million
8. Jeff Foxworthy - $11 million
9. Hugh Laurie - $10 million
10. David Caruso - $9 million

Simon Cowell missing Paula Abdul: different without her

Simon Cowell is feeling the absence of his seat mate Paula Abdul in American Idol panel as he shared that it's different without her.

Cowell described it to "Extra's" Terri Seymour, "It's like comparing a carrot to a banana... They are different."

Meanwhile, Paula Abdul will host this year's "Vh1 Divas" on Sept 17th.

Simon Cowell: "I want Paula on the show."

If manager David Sonenberg felt that his client Paula Abdul likely won't be coming back on American Idol next season, it seems Paula's fellow judge Simon Cowell is not worried and he just gave a simple but strong hint to the AI producers.

Simon tells Extra, "She'll be fine. She'll be on the show. I don't get a lot of say. I've just made it clear that I want Paula on the show."

Simple encouragement but sweet....