Cheryl Cole puts on her big hair for a big new job...

By NATALIE TROMBETTA and CHRIS JOHNSON in Los Angeles

Hello America: Cheryl Cole shows off her huge bouffant, which she described as 'crazy wild hair' as she arrives for the first day of the U.S. X Factor auditions in Los Angeles today


Perhaps too many Dynasty reruns have left Cheryl Cole thinking this is how everyone wears their hair in America.

Whatever the reason her huge bouffant 'do certainly made an impact as she arrived for the first day of filming the U.S. X Factor.

But while she may have worked hard on her 'look', as an unknown in the States Cheryl is fast finding she will have to work hard to prove herself.

Legendary music producer LA Reid told MailOnline he hadn't even met Cheryl. And when asked what he thought of Simon Cowell's choice he replied: 'I don't know man. I've never listened to her music.'


Who is she again? Cheryl's fellow judge LA Reid admitted he had never heard her music


New girl on the block: Cheryl was lapping up the attention as she arrived for her first day of filming


Camera ready: The American media were eager to get a glimpse of the new judge


Cheryl was the second judge to arrive, flaunting her slender figure in an eye-catching pair of purple Diane von Furstenberg trousers and an Oscar de la Renta top, teamed with a turquoise belt.

She laughingly described her over-the-top hairdo as 'crazy wild hair'.

When asked how she felt about the fact Reid had never heard of her, or her music, the 27-year-old singer wasn't annoyed.

'I quite like it, it means I feel really challenged,' she said. 'I have so much respect for LA Reid. I've always admired him, so it's great for me.

'It's one of those moments where you don't know what to say or how to feel.'


Reunited: Former American Idol judges Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul celebrate their new show with a kiss on the lips


Touchy feely: The duo were very affectionate while they posed for the cameras looking excited to be working together again


Cheryl, the show's British judge, arrived in Los Angeles earlier this week, ahead of the taping.

Following months of speculation, she was only recently confirmed as a judge on the new U.S. version of the hit British reality series.

But her recruitment has sparked accusations the show is too British, with some worried the American audience won't understand Cheryl's strong regional accent.

But Cheryl laughed off the criticism, saying: 'I'm hoping people are going to embrace it.

'I'm not worried (about my accent). It's going to be interesting. I hear a lot of accents here too.'

But she conceded: 'I'm sure there will be words or phases where people are like, excuse me?'


Meeting her fans: Cheryl might still be a relative unknown in the U.S., but a huge crowd cheered her as she climbed out of her limousine


I've never heard her music: LA Reid arrives for the first day of X Factor auditions


Ooops! Both Paula Abdul and Cheryl Cole chose to wear purple for their big day

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Is that really workout wear? X Factor USA judge Cheryl Cole visits celeb gym

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

Jumping for joy? Cheryl Cole was seen leaving Tracy Anderson's gym in L.A. yesterday wearing unusual workout attire and performing a number of bizarre movements as she left the gym


She has just landed one of the biggest gigs in showbusiness as judge on the U.S. version of the X Factor so Cheryl Cole could be forgiven for jumping for joy.

But as she left celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson’s gym yesterday she was quite literally doing just that - which made for a bizarre sight indeed especially because of what she was wearing.

The petite singer, who is said to have asked her brother Garry to move to America with her, ran down the steps of the gym in Studio City and performed a series of jumps pulling her knees up high to finish off her workout.


What are you wearing? The singer raced down the steps of the gym before jumping into the air. Cheryl had decided to wear a striped navy jump a pair of camel coloured baggy trousers and a pair of aviators


While her warmdown exercises may have seemed slightly unorthodox her clothing for the gym was much more curious.

Cheryl had chosen a pair of camel coloured pants and a striped navy jumper, which seemed an odd choice for the gym session and the effects of the workout could clearly be seen on the top which appeared drenched in sweat.

In fact the jumper was the same one Cheryl had worn during her flight from London to LA on Friday.


Hello USA! Cheryl arrived into LAX on Friday with her brother Garry by her side to ensure she doesn't get homesick. The auditions for the show start today


The 23-year-old will be living with the singer at her beachside hotel so she doesn’t miss home too much.

Cheryl has admitted: ‘I’m a really homely person. I miss home when I’m only away for a few days,’ The Sunday Mirror reported.

The Geordie singer’s appointment was confirmed on Thursday alongside Cowell and LA Reid as a judge on the U.S. version of the show – ending months of speculation.


Big shot: Cheryl has been given a £1.2million deal as a judge on the X Factor but is said to have been given just a year to make an impression on the American audience


The singer has landed a one-year, £1.2 million ‘make or break’ contract to appear on the new show and has a year to really make a name for herself stateside.

Cole’s deal is actually for three years – but producers have written in a get-out clause so they can dump her if she fails to win over US viewers.

There has already been some concern that her Geordie accent could prove baffling for the Americans but Cowell has said that Fox bosses back her all along.

Cole – who has been a judge on the British version of the show since2008 – said she ‘couldn’t wait to get started’ on the transatlantic version. ‘I absolutely love it in the UK and with the talent they have in America I am sure we’re going to find someone very special.'


Bye Bye U.K.: Cheryl was seen at London Heathrow on Friday in her striped navy jumper, which she wore to the gym yesterday, and a pair of beige trousers ahead of her flight to LAX


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Welcome to your new life Cheryl! New X Factor USA judge

By SARAH FITZMAURICE


New life: Cheryl Cole arrived in Los Angeles today after being announced as a judge on X Factor USA


Just a day after her appointment as a judge on X Factor USA was confirmed, Cheryl Cole has arrived in Los Angeles.

Looking stylish in a red leather coast, and jeans with bright lipstick, the 27-year-old looked focussed as she arrived at the airport terminal.

Her glamorous appearance was a little different to her more casual attire at Heathrow airport when she arrived to catch her flight more than 11 hours earlier.


Red alert: Cheryl looks stylish in a red jacket and jeans as she gets into her waiting car


Accompanied by her assistants, she wore yellow harem pants, towering buckled ankle boots and a blue striped T-shirt.

Following months of speculation, Cole was confirmed yesterday as a judge on the new U.S. version of the hit British show alongside Simon Cowell and Antonio 'LA' Reid.

Cole has already voiced her excitement about the new role searching for the talent America has to offer and said she is ready to battle it out against Cowell on the first series.

Cole said: 'I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor. I absolutely love it here in the UK, and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special.'


Alreet America! Cheryl Cole arrives at Heathrow Airport to board a flight to Los Angeles ahead of her new role on X Factor USA


She added: 'I can’t wait to get started. I just can’t decide whether I am more excited to find and nurture the talent or for the unbelievable amount of amusement and entertainment I will have watching Simon doing everything and anything he can to beat me.

'He’s tried to beat me for three years in the UK, and hasn’t even come close. His ego must be so bruised. America is gonna love this.'

Cowell, who has championed the Geordie singer in the U.S., said: 'I’m thrilled for Cheryl. She is massively excited about this show, and has been fantastic to work with.'

He added: 'She is also a complete brat! Most importantly, this girl can spot talent.'


I'm in! Cheryy, seen in new promotional stills for the show, is excited to be heading Stateside for the X Factor USA where she will sit next to Simon Cowell and LA Reid on the judging panel


Ready for battle: Cheryl can't wait to get the first series of the American version of the X Factor show underway and is looking to beat Simon Cowell as she has in the U.K. show


Great chemistry: Fox bosses have praised Cheryl's talent as a judge and have said America will love the way she interacts with Simon Cowell


The confirmation about her X Factor role comes only days before auditions are held this Sunday, May 8, in specially-built high-definition recording studios in Honolulu, Phoenix, Nashville, Anchorage, Kansas City and Denver.

Auditions will continue in Dallas on May 26.

The U.S. version of The X Factor is set to be the biggest and best yet with the winner scooping a recording contract worth $5 million.


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Welcome to your new life Cheryl! New X Factor USA judge

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

Alreet America! Cheryl Cole arrives at Heathrow Airport to board a flight to Los Angeles ahead of her new role on X Factor USA


Just a day after her appointment as a judge on X Factor USA was confirmed, Cheryl Cole has jetted out of London.

Accompanied by her assistants at Heathrow Airport, the singer looked like she couldn't wait to board the 11-hour flight to Los Angeles.

The 27-year-old wore yellow harem pants, towering buckled ankle boots and blue striped T-shirt. She kept her eyes under cover with a pair of aviator shades.


I'm in! Cheryy, seen in new promotional stills for the show, is excited to be heading Stateside for the X Factor USA where she will sit next to Simon Cowell and LA Reid on the judging panel


Following months of speculation, Cole was confirmed yesterday as a judge on the new U.S. version of the hit British show alongside Simon Cowell and Antonio 'LA' Reid.

Cole has already voiced her excitement about the new role searching for the talent America has to offer and said she is ready to battle it out against Cowell on the first series.

Cole said: 'I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor. I absolutely love it here in the UK, and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special.'

She added: 'I can’t wait to get started. I just can’t decide whether I am more excited to find and nurture the talent or for the unbelievable amount of amusement and entertainment I will have watching Simon doing everything and anything he can to beat me.

'He’s tried to beat me for three years in the UK, and hasn’t even come close. His ego must be so bruised. America is gonna love this.'


Ready for battle: Cheryl can't wait to get the first series of the American version of the X Factor show underway and is looking to beat Simon Cowell as she has in the U.K. show


The confirmation about her X Factor role comes only days before auditions are held this Sunday, May 8, in specially-built high-definition recording studios in Honolulu, Phoenix, Nashville, Anchorage, Kansas City and Denver.

Auditions will continue in Dallas on May 26.

The U.S. version of The X Factor is set to be the biggest and best yet with the winner scooping a recording contract worth $5 million.


Great chemistry: Fox bosses have praised Cheryl's talent as a judge and have said America will love the way she interacts with Simon Cowell

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It's official! Cheryl Cole WILL be a judge on the U.S. version of X Factor

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

I'm in! Cheryl Cole is excited to be heading stateside for the U.S. version of the show where she will sit next to Simon Cowell and LA Reid on the judging panel


After months of speculation, the wait is finally over - it has been confirmed that Cheryl Cole WILL be appearing as a judge on the U.S. version of The X Factor.

In a statement released today, the British singer is confirmed as a judge on the talent show - joining Simon Cowell and Antonio 'LA' Reid on the judging panel.

Cheryl, 27, has already voiced her excitement about the new role searching for the talent America has to offer and said she is ready to battle it out against Cowell on the first series.


Ready for battle: Cheryl can't wait to get the first series of the American version of the X Factor show underway and is looking to beat Simon Cowell as she has in the U.K. show


Cole said: 'I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor. I absolutely love it here in the UK, and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special.'

She added: 'I can’t wait to get started. I just can’t decide whether I am more excited to find and nurture the talent or for the unbelievable amount of amusement and entertainment I will have watching Simon doing everything and anything he can to beat me.

'He’s tried to beat me for three years in the UK, and hasn’t even come close. His ego must be so bruised. America is gonna love this.'



Great chemistry: Fox bosses have praised Cheryl's talent as a judge and have said America will love the way she interacts with Simon Cowell


Cowell, who has championed the Geordie singer in the U.S., said: 'I’m thrilled for Cheryl. She is massively excited about this show, and has been fantastic to work with.'

He added: 'She is also a complete brat! Most importantly, this girl can spot talent.'

The confirmation about her X Factor role comes only days before auditions are held this Sunday, May 8, in specially-built high-definition recording studios in Honolulu, Phoenix, Nashville, Anchorage, Kansas City and Denver.

Auditions will continue in Dallas on May 26.

The U.S. version of The X Factor is set to be the biggest and best yet with the winner scooping a recording contract worth $5 million.


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X Factor reject Katie Waissel

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Larking around: Katie Waissel and her boyfriend Leon Callanan made the most of the sunshine on Primrose Hill today


With temperatures reaching 26C in London today, it's no surprise people were flocking to local parks in their thousands to make the most of the sunshine.

And among the crowds was X Factor reject Katie Waissel, who appeared to be enjoying herself as she larked around with friends including boyfriend Leon Callanan on Primrose Hill.

Teaming her huge backcombed blonde hair with a printed T-shirt, red lipstick and a pair of tight jeans, Katie looked every inch the quintessential rock chick as she reclined on the grass with her group of pals.


Drink up! Katie seems to be enjoying her can of ready made Pimm's in the sun


But at one point Katie obviously felt her outfit needed an addition and decided to attempt to wrestle Leon's baseball cap from his head, much to her beau's disgust.

Katie and Leon started dating last November when Katie was in the middle of appearing on The X Factor.

Confirming the relationship at the time, Katie said: 'We've been friends for years. He's like a young Jimi Hendrix. He's so rock and roll.

'It's early days, but I like him. He's so handsome and has such a big heart.'


Give me your hat! Katie decides her outfit needs another addition as she tries to wrestle Leon's hat off his head

Scream! Katie's friend certainly seemed to be finding the messing around funny


Rock chick: Katie teamed her skinny jeans with a Madonna printed T-shirt


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Simon Cowell will NOT be returning as UK X Factor judge

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Confirmation: Simon Cowell will not return to judge the UK X Factor show


Simon Cowell will not be returning as a judge on the UK X Factor, ITV boss Peter Fincham has confirmed,
The music mogul, who was originally slated to be splitting his time between America and England so he could judge both programme, will now concentrate solely on judging the U.S. show.

However, ITV added they were talking to Cowell about 'ways in which he can have an on-screen presence' later in the series.

Fincham, ITV's Director of Television, said: 'We have been in negotiations with Simon about ways in which we can help The X Factor evolve.

'He will be an enormous presence backstage as always.'


'Enormous presence': Cowell will continue to have a part in the show, albeit backstage instead of on the panel


The Mail revealed earlier this month that Cowell was struggling to split his priorities between the two programmes and had decided that a balancing act between the two shows was 'just not feasible'.


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'My schedule didn't allow it': Rihanna reveals she turned down X Factor USA role as thousands brave rain to audition

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Superstar: Rihanna has revealed she turned down the chance to be a judge on The X Factor USA


Rihanna revealed she was asked to be a judge on American X Factor but had to say no because of her gruelling tour schedule.

The Barbados-born star confirmed that the show's boss Simon Cowell had offered her a judging gig but because of not being available for the rest of the year she was forced to turn it down - even though she would have 'loved' to do it.

Rihanna, 23, told an American radio show: 'I just heard about it actually and yes, it's something I would have loved to do but our schedule doesn't allow it.


Rain: The weather was wet in Newark but it didn't dampen spirits as fans auditioned for the talent contest today


'We're going to be on tour for the rest of the year.

'It is a demanding schedule to be in that show and you have to be around for a long time, months at a time - which would've been impossible for me.'

With Cheryl Cole, 27 , confirmed to be joining Cowell and L.A Reid in the judging panel, the fourth is still shrouded in mystery.

But the cavalcade of excited wannabe contestants at the Prudential Centre in Newark, New Jersey today, couldn't have cared less about who will end up in charge of their fate.


Harmony: Cadillac belt out tunes in the queue


Smiling: Celeste Belletti from the Bronx used a gym ball as both seat and banner


Lucky: Lakeise Wilson from Brooklyn shows his wristband to his friend Tenista Person


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Anything Cher Lloyd can do... Now X Factor reject Katie Waissel unveils new 'do after having hair extensions

By SARAH BULL

New 'do: X Factor reject Katie Waissel showed off longer locks after having hair extensions as she arrived for an interview on The Alan Titchmarsh Show


Just hours after her X Factor competitor Cher Lloyd unveiled her new hairdo, Katie Waissel has done exactly the same.

The 24-year-old singer showed off long blonde hair after having extensions to make her look more glamourous.

Katie debuted the look as she arrived at the ITV studios yesterday for an interview and performance on The Alan Titchmarsh Show.


What a difference: The glamorous new style is a sharp contrast to her previous gamine crop


It was the first time Katie had treated fans to a look at the new 'do, having told them on Twitter earlier this week she was having help to get longer hair.

She wrote: '@ClareBearLdn is currently making my hair magically grow!!x'
As well as performing her new single The Ugly Truth on Titchmarsh's ITV show, Katie told the host she had struggled to cope with a lot of the negative criticism she received during her time on The X Factor.

But Katie insisted she never considered giving up because she had too many people relying on her.


Anything Cher can do: Katie's unveiling of her new style came just hours after Ms Lloyd tweeted a photo of her newly-dyed hair


She explained: 'I didn't want to give up. There were too many people out there who believed in me like my friends, my family and my Waissel Warriors who were supporting me and I just thought, "I'm not going to give up, it's not going to break me".'

Katie also revealed one of the lowest points during her time on the X Factor was when she was told she had received death threats.

She said: 'I don't understand where it all came from. It did get quite bad at some points.

'I think one of the lowest points was when I was in the car on the way to the studios for rehearsal and I got a phone call saying I had to go back to the house because there had been serious death threats against me with which the police had to get involved.


Style chameleon: Katie has tried various different looks including a long brunette wig and a brown crop during her time on the X Factor


However, Katie came back from the knocks and took to the stage on the X Factor live tour - an experience she thoroughly enjoyed.

Katie said: 'The X Factor tour finished just a few days ago and it was amazing because we got to play such huge venues. I was a little bit nervous and apprehensive after the show but the reaction was so positive - people were cheering and were so supportive and helped build my confidence.'


Katie Waissel - Alan Titchmarsh show 13/4/2011


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Dannii Minogue jet back to UK for X Factor talks

By EMILY SHERIDAN

Britain bound: Dannii Minogue carries her son Ethan as she checks in for her flight to London at Melbourne airport


Following months of uncertainty, Dannii Minogue is jetting back to Britain to find out her future on The X Factor.

After spending the year so far at home in Melbourne with partner Kris Smith, the 39-year-old arrived in London todaywith their nine-month-old Ethan.

Looking fresh-faced and comfy ahead of the 24-hour flight to Heathrow, Dannii cuddled her adorable blond-haired boy at the check-in counter at Melbourne's Tullamarine airport.


Touchdown: Dannii, partner Kris Smith and Ethan arrive at Heathrow this afternoon after their long flight


Unsurprisingly, Dannii is making sure her little boy is just as stylish as his mother by dressing him in a Ralph Lauren baby coat.

If Dannii does sign on the dotted line for her fifth series as a judge, it means it will be a long time before she's back in Oz.

Auditions for the eighth series are scheduled to begin in May - but without Simon Cowell or Cheryl Cole.

It is yet to be confirmed whether Dannii or Louis Walsh will be back for the new series, hence her visit to the UK to talk to the show's producers.


Mummy's little angel: Dannii dotes on her nine-month-old son, who was wearing a Ralph Lauren jacket


If she does return, Dannii will be hoping to repeat her success after her act Matt Cardle won last year's show.

Clearly excited about returning to London after four months Down Under, Dannii tweeted: 'Hear the weather is hot in the UK?... Winging it back to London.'

During her stay, the judge is planning to bring her son Ethan to watch his auntie Kylie on stage at London's O2 Arena.

Kylie is performing tonight and Tuesday, before bringing the Aphrodite: Les Folies tour to Japan later this month.


Ready for the long-haul: Dannii and Kris Smith looked apprehensive ahead of their 24 hour flight back to London


Dannii tweeted: 'Hmmm what does one wear to an Aphrodite show in London!
'Ethan has his headphones ready.'

No doubt Minogue won't be missing the typically changeable autumn weather in Melbourne, which has 14C temperatures and heavy rain forecast for the remainder of the week.

The family have been staying at their £1million home at the upmarket Melbourne suburb of East Hawthorn since The X Factor wrapped in December.



Jet-set lifestyle: The couple split their year between Melbourne and London

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Cowell quits X Factor: Pop mogul will put U.S. launch before UK show

By SARA NATHAN

Double booked: Multi-millionaire Simon Cowell leaves X Factor as a judge after weeks of speculation


Simon Cowell has told ITV chiefs that he will not be a judge on The X Factor in the UK this year.

Executives at the network were embroiled in a desperate bid to keep the 51-year-old on the show after he said that filming both the U.S. and British versions at the same time would be too much.

But an ITV insider said last night that the balancing act ‘is just not feasible’.

The multi-millionaire leaves as a judge after weeks of speculation.

Sources close to Cowell admitted that his decision to quit the UK show was partly down to health concerns.


A friend said: ‘Everyone in his family is worried about his stress levels, he barely sleeps and has got a lot to juggle at the moment.’

Earlier this month, it was suggested that he had agreed to fit both shows into his hectic schedule, after meeting with ITV chief Peter Fincham.

As the Mail revealed, ITV bosses even offered to pay for a private jet to whisk the star across the Atlantic every week.

However, an ITV source said last night: ‘Cowell has been trying everything to make this work.

‘ITV had told him that he didn’t need to do the auditions, just the live shows, but even so it is just not feasible.

‘So what will happen now is that Cowell will likely make an appearance towards the end of the UK series and appear at the final.’ It is bad news for the broadcaster, as the insider added: ‘ITV was really trying to get him to stay on the UK show ... it just won’t be the same without him.’

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