Why the surprise post-season slaughter? Insiders point to an issue of both truth and perception: Ratings.
PHOTOS: An ‘American Idol’ to ‘X Factor’ TimelineĪ source close to LA Reid says the fourth member of the X Factor panel has not been informed of any change to his status as judge. The host and judge did not receive an explanation for the decision, but a source close to the show says Cowell has decided that the show needs a bigger celebrity on the panel next season. Jones’ handling of contestant eliminations, which some deemed insensitive, also came under fire as unscripted reactions became increasingly emotional. On the show, both had weathered their share of viewer criticism Scherzinger even received death threats after she and Abdul voted to send finalist Drew Ryniewicz home. Soon after, Scherzinger was informed that her contract also would not be renewed, as well. America then sent the 13-year-old packing.Īs for Jones and Scherzinger, another show insider says the X Factor host was notified by a show producer around 7:30pm ET on Monday evening that his option was not being picked up (Cowell did not call Jones personally to deliver the news). Many blamed her for the dismissal of Season 1 favorite Rachel Crow, precipitated by advice Abdul gave to Scherzinger to let the decision be made by the public vote. Still, Abdul was not without her controversies on the show. PHOTOS: Inside Simon Cowell’s ‘X Factor’ Trailer (Exclusive) The purpose: detailing what went wrong and what was done right on season 1 of the Fox singing competition.Īmong the brash verdicts, says THR‘s source: That Abdul’s role was seen as “irrelevant to the mix,” in part through no fault of her own (as mentor to the groups, her contestants were picked off early in the competition).
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The Hollywood Reporter uncovered the story of how Cowell fired his cohorts during a series of off-site meetings in the UK. According to a show insider, meetings are taking place wherein the show creator has assembled his team and creative brain-trust for a post-mortem. I’m sure all three are going to have massive success in what they do next, but now is the time to thank them all for everything they did last year.” You do develop friendships with the people you work with and Paula, in particular, is a very close friend and I expect to be working with her on another project in the near future. “We had a lot of fun making the show together and importantly, we found some real talent and stars.
“”I want to say a massive thank you to Paula, Nicole and Steve for being part of The X Factor last year,” he starts. Moments after Abdul’s statement hit, Cowell released his official statement. PHOTOS: ‘X Factor’ Finale: The High and Low NotesĪnd when it rains, it pours. “We’re lucky that she is a part of the Fox family, and we look forward to working with her again soon.” She is a remarkable talent and we appreciate all of her contributions,” he states. While Fox reps didn’t immediately respond to reports that Abdul had been cut on Monday evening, Mike Darnell, President of Alternative Entertainment for the Fox Broadcasting Company released the following statement Tuesday morning. This truly has been a blessing and I am most grateful.” I want nothing more than for The X Factor to exceed ALL of their wildest dreams. Simon is, and will remain a dear friend of mine and I’ve treasured my experience working this past season with my extended family at Fox and Fremantle. “Simon and I, along with Fox and Fremantle, have been communicating about this for a while now, and I have absolute understanding of the situation. “I’ve learned through my longevity in this industry that business decisions often times override personal considerations,” she continues. STORY: How ‘X Factor’s’ Simon Cowell Fired Paula Abdul, Steve Jones and Nicole Scherzinger “Yes, it’s true I won’t be returning to The X Factor next season,” Abdul states. Abdul and show creator and judge, Simon Cowell both released back-to-back statements Tuesday confirming The Hollywood Reporter‘s story on Monday.
It was a bloodbath Monday as news broke that Fox’s X Factor had let go of not only host Steve Jones, but both female judges Paula Abduland Nicole Scherzinger.
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