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  1. In the Magazine
    Ex-Sony Music Chief Tommy Mottola: Life After $120 Million Buyout and Ex-Wife Mariah Carey (Q&A)

    Ex-Sony Music Chief Tommy Mottola: Life After $120 Million Buyout and Ex-Wife Mariah Carey (Q&A)

    5:00 am PST 2/6/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Releasing his first book, the veteran executive reveals David Geffen's advice to him about the movie business and whether he'd ever judge "The X Factor." READ MORE

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  2. Earshot
    'X Factor's' Emblem3 Announces Show Dates

    'X Factor's' Emblem3 Announces Show Dates

    8:36 pm PST 2/4/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    "It’s like 'Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure,'" said OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder of working with the group on their forthcoming CD. READ MORE

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  3. RTL Group's Fremantle Unveils Restructuring

    RTL Group's Fremantle Unveils Restructuring

    4:41 am PST 2/1/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    The TV production company behind such hit formats as "X Factor" will create two new divisions and move other areas handled by its Enterprises arm to its regional operations. READ MORE

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  4. Live Feed
    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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  5. Germany's Bertelsmann Considers Reducing Stake in RTL Group

    Germany's Bertelsmann Considers Reducing Stake in RTL Group

    9:45 am PST 1/31/2013
    • Scott Roxborough
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    RTL is Europe's largest broadcasting group and controls FremantleMedia, producer of reality TV hit shows "Idol" and "X Factor." READ MORE

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  6. 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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  7. Live Feed
    '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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  8. '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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  9. Live Feed
    '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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  10. 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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  11. 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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  12. Britney Spears, Jason Trawick Break Off Engagement

    Britney Spears, Jason Trawick Break Off Engagement

    9:39 pm PST 1/11/2013
    • THR Staff
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    "I will always adore him," the pop star said in a statement just hours after confirming her exit from Fox's "X Factor." READ MORE

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  13. 'X Factor' Exit a 'Very Difficult Decision,' Says Britney Spears

    'X Factor' Exit a 'Very Difficult Decision,' Says Britney Spears

    12:25 pm PST 1/11/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Responding to "sourced reports and speculation," the pop star's rep confirms that Spears will not return for season three. READ MORE

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  14. 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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  15. Risky Business
    Britney Spears Signs With CAA

    Britney Spears Signs With CAA

    6:04 pm PST 1/10/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The agency will represent the pop star worldwide and in all areas. READ MORE

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  16. Live Feed
    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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  17. Earshot
    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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  18. 'Downton Abbey,' 'Doctor Who' Among Dramas Nominated for Britain's National Television Awards

    'Downton Abbey,' 'Doctor Who' Among Dramas Nominated for Britain's National Television Awards

    1:31 am PST 1/8/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    The public will also vote for the most popular sitcom, with "The Big Bang Theory" among the nominees, while "The Voice," "X Factor" and others compete in the top talent show category. READ MORE

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  19. '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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  20. In the Magazine
    'American Idol's' Competition: No Big Breakout Stars Yet

    'American Idol's' Competition: No Big Breakout Stars Yet

    9:00 am PST 1/3/2013
    • Sharifa Godfrey
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    "The Voice" has given NBC a ratings boost, while Fox's "The X-Factor" upped the production ante -- but can their winners deliver a hit song or album? READ MORE

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