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    'X Factor' Results: Emblem3 Are Eliminated

    'X Factor' Results: Emblem3 Are Eliminated

    8:32 pm PST 12/13/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Bruno Mars and Bridget Mendler were guest performers and witnesses to an unexpected exit. READ MORE

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  2. Britney Spears Tops Taylor Swift, Rihanna as Highest Paid Female Musician of 2012

    Britney Spears Tops Taylor Swift, Rihanna as Highest Paid Female Musician of 2012

    1:54 pm PST 12/13/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    A platinum album, worldwide tour and lucrative $15 million “X Factor” deal contributed to the pop star’s earnings this year. READ MORE

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  3. Media Frenzy Over Anne Hathaway's Wardrobe Malfunction At NY 'Les Mis' Premiere

    10:20 am PST 12/12/2012
    • Elizabeth Snead
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    The "Les Miserables" star neglected to wear underwear, and a photo of the classy actress' 'Full Hathaway' has caused quite the Internet commotion. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Bids Farewell to Diamond White and CeCe Frey: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    'X Factor' Bids Farewell to Diamond White and CeCe Frey: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    7:00 am PST 12/7/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Fifth Harmony hugged, L.A. Reid grinned and Ke$ha slithered on Thursday night. Plus, a bonus: Nick Jonas. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Recap: Diamond White, CeCe Frey Fall Short of Semifinals

    'X Factor' Recap: Diamond White, CeCe Frey Fall Short of Semifinals

    6:50 pm PST 12/6/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    With two acts eliminated on Thursday's episode, only four remain. Also: Ke$ha and season one winner Melanie Amaro perform. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Burning Questions: Is Carly Wooing Justin Bieber's Fan Base? How Does Tate Feel About Being the Oldest Competitor?

    'X Factor' Burning Questions: Is Carly Wooing Justin Bieber's Fan Base? How Does Tate Feel About Being the Oldest Competitor?

    12:11 pm PST 12/6/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Who might give some of the $5 million prize to charity? Who loves it when the judges fight? How did Carly feel about being compared to JoJo? Read on for answers. READ MORE

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    Nicole Scherzinger's Unexpected, Potty-Mouthed Resurrection on 'X Factor' U.K. (Opinion)

    Nicole Scherzinger's Unexpected, Potty-Mouthed Resurrection on 'X Factor' U.K. (Opinion)

    3:00 am PST 12/1/2012
    • Jonathan Bernstein
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    Despite a dip in ratings, the Saturday night mainstay boasts one shining star: a Pussycat Doll dumped from the U.S. version of the Simon Cowell series. READ MORE

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    Josh Krajcik on his 'Surreal' Return to the 'X Factor' Stage, Favorite Season Two Finalist

    Josh Krajcik on his 'Surreal' Return to the 'X Factor' Stage, Favorite Season Two Finalist

    7:30 am PST 11/30/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Plus: the season one runner-up offers advice to future alums of the Fox show and teases his forthcoming full-length album. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Burning Questions: Was Emblem3's Mob Scene Staged? Will Carly Rose Sonenclar Cover Justin Bieber?

    'X Factor' Burning Questions: Was Emblem3's Mob Scene Staged? Will Carly Rose Sonenclar Cover Justin Bieber?

    12:45 am PST 11/30/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Also: Which boy band member may have a girlfriend? And who insists they're no "fame monster"? READ MORE

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    'X Factor': Paige Thomas, Vino Alan Head Home in Another Shocker

    'X Factor': Paige Thomas, Vino Alan Head Home in Another Shocker

    9:03 pm PST 11/29/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The Fox singing competition welcomes alum Josh Krajcik and Alicia Keys as the top eight acts are narrowed down to six. READ MORE

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    Britney Spears, Will.i.am Debut New Music Video 'Scream and Shout' on 'X Factor'

    Britney Spears, Will.i.am Debut New Music Video 'Scream and Shout' on 'X Factor'

    2:57 pm PST 11/29/2012
    • Jennifer Exley
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    Though it was officially released earlier this month, the collaboration shot to No. 1 on iTunes after being featured on Fox's Wednesday night broadcast. READ MORE

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    'X Factor's' Night of No. 1 Hits: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    'X Factor's' Night of No. 1 Hits: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    8:00 am PST 11/29/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Which of the judges nearly missed a cue to introduce their next act? Who made the bleachers bounce? What's this about C.I.A. connections? THR had eyes, ears and butts all over the Fox show for its latest taping. READ MORE

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    'X Factor': Arin Ray, Beatrice Miller Head Home in Thanksgiving Bummer

    'X Factor': Arin Ray, Beatrice Miller Head Home in Thanksgiving Bummer

    11:35 pm PST 11/22/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The Top 10 acts are narrowed down to eight as judge and mentor Britney Spears loses two. READ MORE

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    Watch Video 'X Factor' Recap: The Top 10 Give Thanks (Video)

    'X Factor' Recap: The Top 10 Give Thanks (Video)

    12:10 am PST 11/22/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Season two's remaining finalists dedicate their performances to the people who mean most to them. READ MORE

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    'X Factor': Jennel Garcia, Lyric 145 Say Goodbye in Double Elimination

    'X Factor': Jennel Garcia, Lyric 145 Say Goodbye in Double Elimination

    9:58 pm PST 11/15/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The Top 12 turns to 10 as two more acts are eliminated. Plus: Taylor Swift sings and judge Simon Cowell gets cruel in Thursday night's episode. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Finalist Beatrice Miller 'Hated' Britney Spears' Song Choice

    'X Factor' Finalist Beatrice Miller 'Hated' Britney Spears' Song Choice

    4:15 pm PST 11/15/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The teenage contender reveals how tracks really are chosen on the show, why she didn't like her outfit and what One Direction's Harry Styles said to make her feel extra-special. READ MORE

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    Watch Video Justin Bieber Covers Justin Timberlake's 'Cry Me a River' (Video)

    Justin Bieber Covers Justin Timberlake's 'Cry Me a River' (Video)

    3:00 pm PST 11/15/2012
    • Billboard Staff
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    One week after news broke of his split from longtime girlfriend Selena Gomez, the Biebs belted out the signature breakup song at a Boston tour stop. READ MORE

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    'American Idol' Alum Todrick Hall Makes 'X Factor' Debut

    'American Idol' Alum Todrick Hall Makes 'X Factor' Debut

    7:00 am PST 11/15/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The season nine semi-finalist scores a major coup as a backup singer for Jennel Garcia, Tate Stevens, Emblem3 and more. "It's weird to be on the other side," Hall tells THR in a post-show interview. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' 'Diva' Night: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    'X Factor' 'Diva' Night: 20 Things You Didn't See on TV

    12:15 am PST 11/15/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Which finalist scored high marks for attitude? What was an "American Idol" alum doing on the "X Factor" stage? Is Simon Cowell friends with all his exes? THR has eyes and ears on the ground, backstage and beyond. READ MORE

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  20. MTV to Give Back to Jersey Shore with Star-Studded 'Restore the Shore' Reverse Telethon

    MTV to Give Back to Jersey Shore with Star-Studded 'Restore the Shore' Reverse Telethon

    3:47 pm PST 11/14/2012
    • Ashley Lee
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    After the reality series made MTV massive profits, the fundraising effort enlists Adam Levine, Nicki Minaj, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Britney Spears and more to personally thank donors on Thursday. READ MORE

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