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Lily Allen has slammed pop star search shows
February 20th, 2010
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The ‘Not Fair’ singer claims the popular programmes, which include Simon Cowell’s flagship UK programme ‘The X Factor’, are nothing more than prolonged adverts to sell records.
She wrote on her twitter page: “It’s a tv show.
X Factor’s Jedward – don’t back them to win
October 31st, 2009
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People in Britain are always complaining how skint they are – and then go throw away what little dosh they have by backing the Grimes twins to win X Factor.
It emerged this week that the twins were both born three months premature – which you have to say is one hell of a coincidence – but whoever is backing them must have been born yesterday.
Haven’t they heard of Chico, Same Difference, and the MacDonald Brothers?
Ellen DeGeneres is New American Idol Judge
September 9th, 2009
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Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres will sit alongside Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell and Kara DioGuardi as the new American Idol judge. Ellen will add in her unique perspectives as the fourth judge when season 9 of American Idol premieres in January.
This announcement from Fox comes about a month after Paula Abdul stated that she will not be returning to the show.
Pixie Lott Smoking Hot FHM Photoshoot
August 27th, 2009
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Pixie Lott has been billed as the British answer to Lady Gaga – and it seems the teenager is taking the comparison to heart.In a new shoot for men’s magazine FHM the blonde pulls some sultry poses worthy of the American sensation.In one shot, the 18-year-old lies on her back in a black rubber leotard, clinging to her red leopard print heels.
In other photos Pixie lies becomingly across a pair of amps, with her eyes covered in lashings of eye liner.Despite her tender age, the teenager stars on the front cover of the magazine.Pixie, from Brentwood in Essex, found fame with her debut single Mama Do which sold 200,000 copies and entered the charts at number one.
Unsurprisingly, Pixie isn’t her real name. The singer was born Victoria Louise Lott, but was called Pixie by her family because she was a ‘cute, tiny baby’.Last year Pixie turned down the chance to sell Simon Cowell her songs for his roster of reality stars.She tells the magazine she’s fiercely independent: ‘I’d hate to be in a girlband, I don’t want to share the song – or even the stage.’Pixie has been billed as having the depth of a soul singer and vim of a teenage pop princess, with her hit single described as an infectious slice of doe-eyed, retro-soul.
Simon Cowell Has a Nice Side
August 27th, 2009
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American Idol and X Factor judge Simon Cowell was determined to buy the perfect birthday present for Alexandra Burke – who found fame after winning the UK TV talent show X Factor last year – and knew she had her eyes on a padded black Chanel handbag.
Even though the pricey accessory has a year-long waiting list, Simon managed to charm his way to the top.
Alexandra, who turned 21 on Tuesday, was speechless when Simon presented her with the gift.
“Alex was in tears,” a source said.
Kelly Clarkson is set to return to American Idol
August 19th, 2009
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The ‘My Life Would Suck Without You’ singer, who won the first series of the US TV talent show in 2002, will appear as a guest judge at an audition next week.
A source said: “Kelly is beyond excited to get back to the show that started it all.”
It is also rumored that Kelly and the other current judges, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi, will be joined by one of the Jonas Brothers.
Now that Paula Abdul is apparently forever off the show there are a number famous celebs who are up to taking her spot such as former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, hip-hop artist Mary J.
Victoria Beckham thrilled to be joining American Idol
August 9th, 2009
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She’s thrilled to be joining American Idol – but don’t expect Victoria Beckham to swap that pout for a smile.
Days after we revealed that Posh was going to step into Paula Abdul’s Louboutins on the hit reality talent show, she has called to tell us about her judging style.
Victoria, 35, tells us: “I am beyond excited.

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