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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Katy Perry keeps her band waiting for an hour at the airport

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

'Sorry I'm late guys': Katy Perry smiles at her entourage as she finally arrives at her private plane at Sydney airport


One of the down points of working for an A-list stars is inevitably being kept waiting for them.

But when you're forced to wait around for your employer on a private jet, then perhaps we shouldn't feel too sorry for Katy Perry's minions.

The American singer kept her entourage waiting at Sydney airport for an hour ahead of a 90 minute flight to Brisbane.


I'm here guys: Perry has a large group of men waiting for her when she gets to the airport


When she eventually turned up, it appeared the 26-year-old couldn't be bothered to get dressed as she appeared to be wearing her pyjamas.

The California Gurls singer flew to Brisbane ahead of her gig tonight at the Queensland city's Entertainment Centre.

On Tuesday, she performed to thousands of fans at the Sydney Entertainment Centre after forming a friendship earlier this week with newcomer Jessie J.



Dressed down: It appears Katy didn't bother to get dressed out of her pyjamas after checking out of her Sydney hotel


Brit Award winner Jessie, who is promoting her debut album Down Under, checked out Perry's Sydney gig.

She wrote on Twitter: 'Just met Katy Perry. The show was incredible, she is beautiful and so sweet. I wish I had her boobs lol.'

In return, Perry Tweeted: 'Nice to meet you too, you're a DOLL. And p.s. the offer still stands... I'll trade my tits for your gams (legs).'

During her Sydney gig, Perry admitted she wasn't a fan of Vegemite spread, revealing she had actually thrown up after eating it.

After the Antipodean leg of her California Dreams tour wraps next week, Perry will take it to Asia, then to North America in June.

The 117-date tour ends in Dublin in November.


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Thor heartthrob Chris Hemsworth left red-faced after being embarrassed with video of himself

By SARAH BULL

Dancing king: Footage has emerged of Thor hunk Chris Hemsworth on Australia's Dancing With The Stars in 2006


Chris Hemsworth was left embarrassed earlier this week after being shown a video of himself performing on Australia's Dancing With The Stars.

During an interview on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Hemsworth, 27, was stunned when Leno surprised him with the footage.

And after watching the video of himself performing on the programme with partner Abbey Ross, Hemsworth, who is a huge star in his native Australia, admitted he never really felt comfortable with his dancing ability.


Embarrassed: Hemsworth was left red-faced after Jay Leno showed him the video


He said: 'I wasn't much of a dancer. You know, down at the pubs with your mates and a few beers having a dance is a little different than the ballroom. It doesn't really translate.'

In the video, former Home and Away star Hemsworth is seen wiggling and gyrating his way around the dancefloor, while wearing a fetching blue shirt and tight black trousers.

Hemsworth appeared on the programme in 2006, when he was enjoying huge celebrity success Down Under thanks to his role in Australian soap Home and Away.


I wasn't very good: Hemsworth told Leno he wasn't very confident in his dancing ability


But the actor has come a long way since then, and has played characters including Captain Kirk's father in the most recent Star Trek movie and landing the role of Thor alongside Natalie Portman.


Nice shirt! Hemsworth is seen wiggling and gyrating his way across the dancefloor


You've come a long way, baby: Hemsworth as Thor in the new blockbuster movie

Chris hemsworth dancing


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Kristen Stewart walks Robert Pattinson's dog in New York

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

New York walkies: Kristen Stewart takes Bear, the rescue dog she shares with boyfriend Robert Pattinson, out for a walk in New York's East Village


Being the pet of a famous movie star may have its perks, but being left behind while your owner travels the world isn't one of them.

Luckily for Robert Pattinson's dog Bear his owner's girlfriend Kristen Stewart is happy to take over walking duties when he isn't there.

With Pattinson was in London promoting Water For Elephants, Kirsten took the reigns as Bear's carer.


Leading the way: Bear and Kristen head out onto the street for their blustery walk


Dressed in skinny jeans, Converse trainers and a grey T-shirt, Kristen, 21, and her canine companion braved the wind and rain as they made their way across New York's East Village.

Clutching his blue lead, Kristen was careful to keep a tight hold on Bear as they set out across the city together.

Pattinson found Bear in an animal shelter while shooting Breaking Dawn in the Baton Rouge area of Louisiana.


Undeterred: Kristen and Bear don't let the New York weather stop them from heading out as they leave The Bowery Hotel on the Lower East Side


The dog was originally called Yogi Bear, but Pattinson and Kristen decided to shorten his name to Bear after Rob admitted he thought Yogi was 'a bit much.'

Kristen, and her canine companion, have been staying at one of the actress's favourite New York hotels, The Bowery, on the Lower East Side of the city.

Meanwhile, the Twilight actress is set to welcome a new man into her life after it was announced today that British actor, Sam Claflin, has been cast alongside her in Snow White and the Huntsman.

The 24-year-old actor will play Prince Charmant to Kristen's Snow White.


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