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Speculation over, Simon leaving ‘American Idol’
Sometimes rumor is not just rumor.
“American Idol” judge Simon Cowell have confirmed that he’ll leave the popular FOX competition at the end of the season, according to a statement from FOX Broadcasting
Cowell plans to launch an American version of his hit British show “The X Factor” on FOX in 2011.
“I’m 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 the statement released by FOX “We have a fantastic relationship, a great team and are all very excited about this.”
Cowell launched The X Factor n the U.K. in 2004. It is seen in 17 countries worldwide with a global audience of more than 500 million.
Cowell will serve as the American version’s executive producer and a judge.
This is all good for Cowell, but what about people who secretly enjoy watching him make American Idol contestants cry.
Hopefully the show will fine someone to fill Simon’s less than friendly slacks.
Randy, Kara and new judge Ellen DeGeneres are too nice.
Over the years, American Idol fans have developed a love hate relationship with Simon. Will you miss him?
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