Oops! She did it again. Britney Spears is leaving “The X Factor” after one season.
“ I’ve made the very difficult decision not to return for another season. I had an incredible time doing the show and I love the other judges and I am so proud of my teens but it’s time for me to get back in the studio. Watching them all do their thing up on that stage every week made me miss performing so much! I can’t wait to get back out there and do what I love most.”
Fellow judge and executive producer Simon Cowell has two seats to fill since L.A. Reid and Britney Spears have decided to leave the reality series.
During Fox TCA winter press tour, network entertainment president Kevin Reilly said he’d gladly welcome the pop singer back for season 3.
“I think Britney did a really good job. People remain fascinated with her and always will… Maybe people were waiting for more drastic displays that never came. But pound for pound, I thought “The X Factor” was excellent this year. She tucked in really nicely on that bench.”
The music mogul informed Access Hollywood, he will not return to the judges’ panel on “The X Factor” next season.
“I have decided that I will not return to ”The X Factor” next year,” Reid told Access Hollywood. “I have a company to run that I’ve kind of neglected and it saddens me a little bit, but only a little bit.“
However, the chairman and CEO of Epic Records added he could return to the series in the future. “I’m not ruling ever coming back. I have a job to do and once I get some work done and get some momentum then maybe I’ll revisit the idea a little later.”
When questioned who should replace him on the judging panel, Reid answered Jon Bon Jovi. “That’s who I would pick.”
“The X Factor” has been renewed for a third season.
Fox has ordered a third season of Simon Cowell’s reality competition series, Mike Darnell, President of Alternative Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company announced today.
“Britney [Spears] and Demi [Lovato] – alongside Simon and L.A [Reid] – have brought an incredibly fun new chemistry to the judges’ panel that our fans really love,” Darnell said in a press release. “We feel great about the show and I’m thrilled to bring it back next year for Season 3.”
“I couldn’t be happier about “The X Factor” already being renewed for another season,” Cowell added in a statement. “I am so proud of the show and the team who have made it this season. I want to thank our incredible sponsors for their support and creativity, and FOX for going out of their way to do everything they can to make this show a success. Most importantly, I have to personally thank our amazing fans for the support and enthusiasm they have given to “The X Factor.” Our main commitment will always be to find great talent, and let’s not forget, we are now days away from our first live shows. The gloves are off! Expect fireworks!”
No word on yet, if all the judges will return for Season 3.
It is no longer a rumor: Khloe Kardashian and Mario Lopez are the new “X Factor” co-hosts.
The network announced Tuesday, the “Extra” host and star of ”Keeping Up with the Kardashians” will debut during the live show in November as co-hosts.
Khloe shared the news via her blog, saying: “Hi loves. I’m sure you’ve been hearing the rumors and I’m SO excited that I can finally confirm the news — I am joining The” X Factor” as co-host with Mario Lopez!!!! I’m a huge fan of the show so I literally fell over in my chair when I heard that I was being considered for the role. The show already has such an incredible panel of judges and it is truly an honor to have been given this opportunity to work with them.”
Meanwhile, Mario Lopez tweeted, “Alright guys, it’s official… I’ll be hosting @TheXFactorUSA ! Looking forward to working with @SimonCowell and the rest of the amazing team.”
The duo will replace the Brit Steve Jones, who hosted the reality competitive series during the first season.
In Addition, TVLine reports, Judd Hirsch will appear as a judge on the CBS’ drama.
The “Numbers” alum and Maher join “TGW’ star studded guest stars: John Shea, Mike Colter, Christina Ricci, Kristin Chenoweth, Nathan Lane, Brian Dennehy, Annabella Sciorra, Maura Tierney, Amanda Peet, and Marc Warren.
The Good Wife returns Sunday, Sept. 30 at 9:30/8:30c on CBS.
More casting news…
Brain McNamara is set to guest star as a pet expo proprietor in an upcoming episode of “Bones.” [TVLine]
Britney Spears’s mentor on “The X Factor” is the Black Eyed Peas front-man will.i.am. [TVGuide]
“Brothers & Sisters” vet Gilles Marini has been promoted to series regular on ABC Family drama “Switched at Birth.” [Deadline]
Jason Lee has landed guest role on TBS comedy “Men at Work.” Lee will play the guys’ annoying co-worker in the comedy’s sophomore season. [TV Guide]
June Diane Raphael (New Girl) has booked a recurring role as a new hire on NBC’s new comedy “Animal Practice.” [THR]
Jon Michael Hill (Detroit 187) has been made a series regular on CBS’ Sherlock drama “Elementary.” The “Detroit 187″ star will play a detective in the new series. [Deadline]
R&B star Ne-Yo has landed a cameo in The CW series “90210.” [TV Guide]
It looks like Marc Anthony will be appearing on “The X Factor.” TMZ reports, Anthony has signed a deal to mentor Simon Cowell’s team.
Anthony joins previously announced celebrity mentor, Justin Bieber, who is teaming up with LA Reid on the second season of “X Factor.” However, Britney Spears and Demi Lovato’ celebrity mentors are yet to be announced.
“The X Factor” launches Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 8/7c on Fox.
Fox fall will debut with “The X Factor” in Sept. The singing competition, which premieres with new judges (Britney Spears and Demi Lovato) kick things off with a two night premiere on Sept 12. The second night premiere airs Sept 13 followed by the a new episode of “Glee,” which returns on a new night and time, Thurs., 9/8c p.m.
“New Girl” starts off Tuesday’s comedy block with a special episode. Leading in new series “Ben and Kate,” and “The Mindy Project.” While, “Raising Hope” premieres a week later. Kiefer Sutherland’s new drama, “Touch” rounds off the schedule with a late second season premiere.
Here is the schedule:
Wed., Sept. 12
8-10 p.m. ET “The X Factor” (Season Premiere, Part One)
Thurs., Sept. 13
8-9 p.m. ET “The X Factor” (Season Premiere, Part Two)
9-10 p.m. ET “Glee” (Season Premiere)
Mon., Sept. 17
8-9 p.m. ET “Bones” (Season Premiere)
9-10 p.m. ET “The Mob Doctor” (Series Premiere)
Tues., Sept. 25
8-8:30 p.m. ET “New Girl” (Special All-New Episode)
8:30-9 p.m. ET “Ben and Kate” (Series Premiere)
9-9:30 p.m. ET “New Girl” (Season Premiere)
9:30-10 p.m. ET “The Mindy Project” (Series Premiere)
Fri., Sept. 28
8-9 p.m. ET “Kitchen Nightmares” (All-New Episode)
9-10 p.m. ET “Fringe” (Season Premiere)
Sun., Sept. 30
8-8:30 p.m. ET “The Simpsons” (Season Premiere)
8:30-9 p.m. ET “Bob’s Burgers” (Season Premiere)
9-9:30 p.m. ET “Family Guy” (Season Premiere)
9:30-10 p.m. ET “American Dad” (Season Premiere)
Tues., Oct. 2
8-8:30 p.m. ET “Raising Hope” (Season Premiere)
Sun., Oct. 7
7:30-8 p.m. ET “The Cleveland Show” (Season Premiere)
Fri., Oct. 26
8-9 p.m. ET “Touch” (Season Premiere)
The eldest daughter played by Alexandra Krosney on ”Last Man Standing” has been bumped down/let go for “creative reasons,” according to [TVLine]
Bryan Cranston will host the Television Critics Association Awards TVGuide announced. The non-televised award show will take place on Saturday, July 28 in Los Angeles.
Nick Offerman and Kerry Washington will announce the 64th Annual Primetime Emmy nominations on Thursday, July 19 at 8:40/7:40c a.m. The Emmys will air live Sunday, Sept. 23 on ABC. [TVLine]
Nicole Scherzinger will join the judges on the U.K. edition of “The X Factor.” The former Pussycat Doll along with Paula Abdul and Steve Jones, the host were axed from the U.S. edition of the singing competition. The axed U.S. judges have been replaced by Britney Spears and Demi Lovato. [CNN]
Oprah sits down with the Kardashian clan on Sunday. “Oprah’s Next Chapter” featuring the Kardashians airs Sun., June 17 at 8 ET on OWN. Watch the promo below:
Summer premieres continues this week. Find out which series premiere/debut this week by checking out the list below:
“Falling Skies” (Season 2 premiere: Sun., June 17, 9 p.m. ET on TNT)
“Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta” (Series Premiere) The Vh1 “Love & Hip Hop” spin-off follows six women of hip hop. The 10 episode series premieres Mon., June 18 at 8/7c p.m. Check out the poster & watch the supertrailer below:
“Glass House” (Series Premiere) ABC famous “Glass House premieres Mon., June 18, 10 ET on ABC.
“Bristol Palin: Life’s a Tripp” (Series Premiere: Tues., June 19 on Lifetime) The reality show ’Bristol Palin: Life’s a Tripp‘ follows Sarah Palin’s daughter, Bristol Palin as she raise her son Tripp on her own. The 10 episode series airs Tues., June 19 at 10/9c on Lifetime.
“Baby Daddy” (Series premiere: Wed., June 20, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC Family) This sitcom follows Ben, who finds a baby on his doorstep left by an ex and instantly becomes a new dad. Ben decides to raise the child with help from his mom, brother, best friend and gal pal. Watch the promo below:
“Inside Men” (Series premiere: Wed., June 20, 10 p.m. ET on BBC America)
“Futurama” (Season 7 premiere: Wed., June 20, 10 p.m. ET on Comedy Central)
“The Soul Man” (Series premiere: Wed., June 20, 10 p.m. ET on TV Land) In this “Hot In Cleveland” spinoff, R&B singer Boyce “The Voice” Ballentine (Cedric “The Entertainer”) leaves the glitz and glamour of being a superstar in Vegas to a Reverend in his father’s church, with his reluctant wife Lolli (Niecy Nash) and family.
“The Exes” (Season 2 premiere : Wed., June 20, 10:30 p.m. ET on TV Land) What’s in store for Holly (Kristen Johnston) and the gang?
“Snooki & JWoww” (series premiere: Thurs., June 21, 10 p.m. ET on MTV) In this “Jersey Shore” spin-off, a pregnant & engaged Snooki move in with JWoww.
It was rumored, and now it has finally been confirmed. Britney Spears and Demi Lovato are the new “X Factor” judges! The news was released earlier this week. Spears and Lovato will replace the former females judges of “X Factor” Scherzinger and Abdul. The singing competition returns Wednesdays this fall on FOX.
In other news, the 2013-2013 primetime lineup of CBS, CW, FOX, ABC, and NBC were announced earlier this week.
The Kardashians are back. E! hit reality series “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” kicks off tomorrow night at 9/8c with an hour premiere . The seventh season of the “Kardashians” will consists of 18-hour long episodes, which is more than the previous seasons. Below is the trailer, take a peek.
Also kicking off with an hour premiere is E!’s “Mrs. Eastwood and Company.” The reality show stars Dina Eastwood, Clint Eastwood’s wife, his two teenage daughters, Francesca and Morgan, and an a cappella group, called Overtone. The reality show will follow the life and of Dina as she manages her career, family, and love. The series premieres at 10/9c on E!
Meanwhile, more summer series are returning/premiering this week:
“Rookie Blue,” Season 3 premieres on Thurs., May 24, 10/9c p.m. on ABC.Five witty, rookie cops, spice things up with their personal relationships as they train to be police officers.
“So You Think You Can Dance,” Season 9 premieres on Thurs., May 24 8/7c p.m. on Fox; moves to regular time slot on Wed., May 30, 8/7c p.m. The big news? This season will crown two winners, a male and a female. Read more here.
“Duets,” two-hour series premieres on Thurs., May 24, 8/7c p.m. on ABC. The network first singing competition will star Kelly Clarkson, Robin Thicke, John Legend, Jennifer Nettles as not only judges but also partners, singing partners with their chosen contestants.
“Men at Work,” series premiere on Thurs., May 24, 10/9c on TBS. The series follows four friends: Danny Masterson as Milo, James Lesure as Gibbs, Adam Busch as Neal, Michael Cassidy as Tyler as they navigate life, love and friendships. The season will consist of ten episodes.
Sad news “Game” fans! The main characters Pooch Hall (Derwin) and Tia Mowry (Melanie) will not return for the sixth season of ”The Game.” It was confirmed earlier this week, BET has said that it is “in the process of reworking the casting and storyline.” Although, producers hope Pooch and Tia will pop in occasionally to “make several guest appearances.”
More BET news, it was also confirmed this week that Terrence J and Rocsi, the hosts of “106 and Park” will be leaving the show after seven years. The duo is moving on to better and bigger things, Terrence J continues to rock Hollywood with movies like “Think Like A Man” and “Burlesque.” While, Rocsi is the host of a national syndicated radio show, ‘Rocsi On The Radio’ and will be pursuing a career in acting.
Glee news! During FOX’s upfront this week, Ryan Murphy, the creator of “Glee” confirmed that the main cast of the hit show will return for the fourth season. In addition, Kate Hudson and Sarah Jessica Parker will guest-star on “Glee” next season. To read more click here. The third season of “Glee” wraps up next Tues., May 22 on FOX.
