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    Ne-Yo on a Future at 'X Factor': 'I Could Definitely Do It'

    Ne-Yo on a Future at 'X Factor': 'I Could Definitely Do It'

    2:03 pm PST 1/31/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The singer and head of A&R at Motown Records addresses speculation that he could fill a void left by L.A. Reid and Britney Spears. READ MORE

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  2. Watch Video Simon Cowell's Syco to Co-Produce Film About 'Britain's Got Talent' Winner Pudsey

    Simon Cowell's Syco to Co-Produce Film About 'Britain's Got Talent' Winner Pudsey

    6:18 am PST 1/23/2013
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    Britain's Vertigo Films is co-developing "Pudsey: The Movie," a fictional film starring the dancing dog. READ MORE

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  3. U.K. Regulator: 'X Factor' Luxury Hotel Footage Was 'Excessive'

    U.K. Regulator: 'X Factor' Luxury Hotel Footage Was 'Excessive'

    5:15 am PST 1/21/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    The Simon Cowell-created music competition show on Britain's ITV gave "undue prominence" to London's Corinthia Hotel, breaching Britain's programming rules, Ofcom rules. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Fantasy Panel: Who Could Replace Britney and Why Demi Lovato Should Stay

    'X Factor' Fantasy Panel: Who Could Replace Britney and Why Demi Lovato Should Stay

    4:00 am PST 1/21/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    With season two of the Fox reality competition in the rearview and two mentors exiting their posts, THR has a few suggestions for season three. READ MORE

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  5. Simon Cowell Bullish on 'Britain's Got Talent' Despite 'The Voice' Competition

    Simon Cowell Bullish on 'Britain's Got Talent' Despite 'The Voice' Competition

    12:00 pm PST 1/20/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    The star also says future plans for the ratings-challenged U.S. and British versions of "The X Factor" will be discussed soon. READ MORE

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  6. 'X Factor's' Fifth Harmony Signs With Syco Music, Epic Records (Exclusive)

    'X Factor's' Fifth Harmony Signs With Syco Music, Epic Records (Exclusive)

    6:00 am PST 1/17/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
    • Shirley Halperin
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    After finishing third on season two of the Fox reality competition, the girl group joins L.A. Reid's roster at the Sony label. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Winner Tate Stevens Inks Record Deal

    'X Factor' Winner Tate Stevens Inks Record Deal

    4:45 pm PST 1/15/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The season two winner will record his debut album in Nashville. READ MORE

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    Watch Video 'American Idol' Alum Jason Castro Talks New Album, Season 12 Premiere Party

    'American Idol' Alum Jason Castro Talks New Album, Season 12 Premiere Party

    2:00 pm PST 1/15/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The season seven finalist will celebrate the release of "Only a Mountain" by hosting an "Idol" bash benefiting MusiCares. READ MORE

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  9. Chris Crocker of 'Leave Britney Alone' Fame Talks 'X Factor'

    Chris Crocker of 'Leave Britney Alone' Fame Talks 'X Factor'

    1:21 pm PST 1/15/2013
    • Erin Carlson
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    The web-lebrity, who became famous for defending Britney Spears in a 2007 viral video, says the singer wasn't a good fit for Simon Cowell's Fox competition. READ MORE

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  10. U.K. College Launches 'X Factor' Audition Course

    U.K. College Launches 'X Factor' Audition Course

    5:11 am PST 1/15/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    It promises students "tuition in singing and performing and coaching on how to project themselves confidently." READ MORE

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  11. Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment Sets Up Fresh U.K. TV Production Banner

    Simon Cowell's Syco Entertainment Sets Up Fresh U.K. TV Production Banner

    10:55 am PST 1/11/2013
    • Stuart Kemp
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    Over The Top Productions will be run by Syco global chief Nigel Hall and aims to develop "niche shows" for broadcasters globally. READ MORE

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    Britney Spears Leaving 'X Factor'

    Britney Spears Leaving 'X Factor'

    10:51 pm PST 1/9/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The writing was on the wall for the pop star, an insider tells THR. READ MORE

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    It's Official: 'X Factor's' Emblem3 Sign With Syco/Columbia (Exclusive)

    It's Official: 'X Factor's' Emblem3 Sign With Syco/Columbia (Exclusive)

    6:00 am PST 1/9/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The Huntington Beach-based trio are set to work with several industry hitmakers, including Savan Kotecha, on their debut album. READ MORE

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  14. 'X Factor' U.S. Boosts Earnings at TV Arm of Simon Cowell, Sony Venture

    'X Factor' U.S. Boosts Earnings at TV Arm of Simon Cowell, Sony Venture

    11:53 pm PST 1/3/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    Revenue for the TV production business of Syco Entertainment also nearly doubled for the latest fiscal year. READ MORE

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  15. The Next Season of 'American Idol': Will It Work?

    The Next Season of 'American Idol': Will It Work?

    8:54 am PST 1/3/2013
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    Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj headline Fox’s most important show. READ MORE

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  16. In the Magazine
    From St. Barts to Safaris, How Hollywood Spent Its Holiday Vacation

    From St. Barts to Safaris, How Hollywood Spent Its Holiday Vacation

    6:00 am PST 1/2/2013
    • Lindsay Flans
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    Where Haim Saban, Leslie Moonves, Dana Walden, Simon Cowell and other industry elites stayed and played during the December respite. READ MORE

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  17. Is Britney Spears Out at 'The X Factor'?

    4:11 pm PST 12/27/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Speculation is swirling around the pop star's return for next season. READ MORE

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  18. In the Magazine
    TV's Winners and Losers of 2012

    TV's Winners and Losers of 2012

    5:00 am PST 12/26/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
    • Lacey Rose
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    "The Voice" sings on, cable trounces broadcast and CNN has one way to go -- up. READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Finale Makes No Mention of Melanie Amaro? Says Simon Cowell: 'It Wasn't Deliberate'

    'X Factor' Finale Makes No Mention of Melanie Amaro? Says Simon Cowell: 'It Wasn't Deliberate'

    6:00 am PST 12/21/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Unlike the season one winner's as-yet-to-be-released first album, head judge Cowell promises Tate Stevens' debut will "happen much quicker." READ MORE

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    'X Factor' Finale Recap: Tate Stevens Wins $5 Million Prize

    'X Factor' Finale Recap: Tate Stevens Wins $5 Million Prize

    7:25 pm PST 12/20/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The country singer emerges victorious as season two draws to a close with performances from One Direction, Pitbull and all three finalists. READ MORE

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