Paula Abdul confirmed that she will not be part of The X Factor USA Season 2 , along with Nicole Scherzinger and Steve Jones , with Simon Cowell saying that their friendship still remains. Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul Image Credit: Getty Images According to The Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, Paula Abdul released a statement confirming the earlier reports that she will not return to the show as one of the judges. Yes, its true; I wont be returning to The X Factor next season, Abdul was quoted on the report, who is noted to be a longtime friend of Simon Cowell , the show creator, since the early American Idol days. Ive learned through my longevity in this industry that business decisions often times override personal considerations. 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. Abdul added. Simon is, and will remain a dear friend of mine and Ive treasured my...

Nicole Scherzinger has confirmed her exit from The X Factor USA. The news follows the departure of Paula Abdul , who has released a statement announcing her exit , and Steve Jones , who previously took to Twitter to reveal that he would not return for the show's second season . The singer's role as a judge on the Fox competition was recently reported to have ended . Scherzinger took to her Twitter account to confirm : "I wanted to let you know directly from me that it's true I won't be returning to The X Factor ." She also thanked her fans and said that she was excited about future projects throughout the year. "Looking forward to an exciting year ahead and making great music and more! I'm grateful for the love you always give me," she tweeted . The former Pussycat Dolls singer had previously hinted at an exit from the series , stating that she wanted to release new material soon. Scherzinger was criticised following Rachel Crow 's exit fro...

Virtually overnight, Fox cleaned house for the second season of SimonCowell 's underperforming talent contest TheX Factor , canning Nicole Scherzinger , Steve Jone s and even Paula Abdul . We go home from work for one little evening and look what happens! News broke Monday night around 6:30 WestCoast time, meaning The Juice* was comfortably settled into a night of watching reruns of BattlestarGalactica , because a decade-old sci-fi show is the only watchable television available to us. But it's true: Nicole and Steve were shown the door, with word that Paula was gone, too, by about 9:30 PST. "At this point, the only ones staying are Simon and L.A. Reid ," a source told E! News. Jones announced the move that night on Twitter via @SteveJones , tweeting, "I wont be hosting next seasons XFactor which is a shame but I cant complain as I've had a great time. Good luck to everyone on the show." Nigel Lythgoe was a little more direct in his attitude about the m...

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Louisville native Nicole Scherzinger is out as judge of"The X-Factor." she and hostSteve Jones have been "X-ed" out of "The X Factor." Fox isn't giving a reason -- but says the judge and host will not be back when the show returns for its second season. The network is trying to tweak the show in an effort to rev up its ratings. It has had consistent viewership -- but hasn't come close to the other Fox talent show -- something called "American Idol." Simon Cowell left Idol to bring X-Factor to America, just as he did Idol more than a decade ago. Fox says Simon and the other two judges from season one -- Paula Abdul and L.A. Reid -- will be back for another try this season. No comment yet from Scherzinger on her getting voted off by the producers. In a Facebook post over the weekend, she wrote about being pretty upset. Jones posted on his Twitter account saying his departure was "a shame" and added that he coul...

"The X Factor" is cleaning house! Earlier Monday evening, Steve Jones announced via Twitter that he won't be back next season. And now a show representative has confirmed that judge Nicole Scherzinger has been given the pink slip. Scherzinger joined the judges panel shortly after the series began taping, taking the spot of Cheryl Cole, who was dropped. The former Pussycat Dolls frontwoman had originally been on deck to co-host with Jones. Scherzinger, like Jones in some ways, failed to ingratiate herself with "The X Factor" viewers, with some critics calling for her impeachment on Twitter. Looks like the heads of the singing competition series are paying attention. No word yet on who will be filling the vacated spots. ALSO: Muppets vs. Fox News 'Kourtney and Kim' finale ratings are in Shirley MacLaine to join 'Downton Abbey' cast Yvonne Villarreal twitter.com/villarrealy Photo: Nicole Scherzinger. Credit: Getty Images .

will.i.am has revealed that he has teamed up with Nicole Scherzinger for a classical track on his upcoming album. The Black Eyed Peas rapper said that the former Pussycat Dolls star is just one of a host of names due to appear on his new record #willpower . PA Images / Chris Pizzello/AP Speaking about his collaboration with Scherzinger, will.i.am told Capital FM : "I made this song with Nicole Scherzinger that you would never expect. It's classical music. "I have this girl singing like, 'Who's that?' The internet is very, very powerful - LMFAO have 300 million views on 'Party Rock Anthem' - so sometimes you should make things just for the 'net." He added: "This classic piece of music that I did with Nicole, it's beautiful. That girl sings like I've never heard anybody sing like that in pop culture. She is thebomb.com/isthatnicole?" will.i.! am has a lso confirmed that Britney Spears, Alicia Keys, LMFAO and Shakira are ...

London, Jan 28 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger , who split from Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton couple of months ago, seems to have found a new love in her choreographer JaQuel Knight. The former Pussycat Dolls member was spotted at Los Angeles airport cuddling up to Knight as the pair walked through the terminal. Knight stuck by the 'X Factor' judge's side as they made their way to check in, and she had her arm through his and didn't let go, even touching his chest at one point. The choreographer , who was wearing a Young Money Crew sweatshirt and what appeared to be a hamburger-shaped bag over his arm, was seen putting his arm around the 33-year-old singer as they shared a joke together, the Daily Mail reported. He was dressed casually in sweatpants and trainers and a baseball cap and she looked very chic in her grey and black dogtooth skinny jeans and heeled boots. She completed the look with a black trilby hat and a black leather jacket and both she and her companion ...

By Georgina Littlejohn Last updated at 11:26 AM on 27th January 2012 She split from her long-term love Lewis Hamilton only a couple of months ago. But has Nicole Scherzinger moved on already and found herself a new man so soon? The pop star was spotted at Los Angeles aiport with a mystery man who she looked very close to as they walked through the terminal. Cosy: Nicole Scherzinger was snapped walking close to a mystery man as they made they way through LAX Airport The man stuck by the X Factor judge's side as they made their way to check in, and she had her arm through his and didn't let go, even touching his chest at one point. And the mystery man, who was wearing a Young Money Crew sweatshirt and what appeared to be a hamburger-shaped bag over his arm, was seen putting his arm around the former Pussycat Doll as they shared a joke together. Give us a cuddle: The mystery man went to put his arm around Nicole who had hers around his shoulder He was dressed casually in sweatpant...

US X Factor judge Nicole, 33, met up with the fella at LAX airport and the couple were spotted embracing before walking arm-in-arm to make their flight. Not much is known about her lucky companion - but from that body language we'd say Nic has a new boyfriend. Body language ... Nicole and her mystery man mirror each other's movements XPOSURE The Try With Me singer split from champion driver Lewis in October amid rumours the 26-year-old was not ready to start a family. The pair were spotted having a tense heart-to-heart in a Los Angeles car park a month later - with Lewis' cold embrace in marked contrast to these new shots. Cold shoulder ... Lewis Hamilton keeps his hands in his pockets during hug from ex Nicole EROTEME.CO.UK But since then, heartbroken Nic has not been linked to other men. Cheeky chappy Steve Jones promised to woo his gorgeous X Factor team-mate if axed from the hit show - but a rep for Nicole has said they are "just good friends". We wonder what ...

"The X Factor" judge Nicole Scherzinger is apparently having a blast in Hawaii -- and she's sharing it all with us via Twitter. The singer posted an all-natural shower shot on Twitter, clad only in a towel with a makeup-free face. "Uhh...Does anyone know how to work this twisty towel thing? Haha!" she wrote along with the photo . The former Pussycat Dolls lead is known for her dramatic makeup looks, but we really prefer her without a drop of makeup -- she looks fantastic! We love to rag on celebrities for looking so airbrushed all the time, but some of the most gorgeous celebs are naturally that way. Damn them. Snooki "Jersey Shore" star Snooki is a lot of things: Loud, fun... a natural beauty. Wait, what? The pint-sized reality star is known for her love of bronzer, fake lashes and garish makeup, so we usually don't think of "natural" when it comes to her. Until now. "No make up day :) and IDC (I don't care)," the realit...

Mariah Carey will reportedly replace Nicole Scherzinger on X Factor USA , following the controversy surrounding Nicole on the first season. 33-year-old Nicole began the show with a warm reception from viewers, however, it quickly changed throughout the live shows with critics deeming her "self-absorbed." The icing on the cake came when she refused to decide whether to send home Rachel Crow or Marcus Canty, resulting in the decision going to deadlock and 13-year-old favourite Rachel to burst into dramatic tears on stage. Now, PopCrush reports that Mariah is a favourite to replace Nicole on the second series later this year, as she has grown uncomfortable with seeing contestants eliminated from the contest. MiMi was rumoured to make an appearance last year, but the birth of her twins meant this was not possible. It is also not a secret that she has a close friendship with boss Simon Cowell, who is reportedly keen to get Mariah on board. Is Mariah a good choice? Nicole Scherzin...

Nicole Scherzinger stunned fans this week after posting a picture of herself having just stepped out of the shower on Twitter. With wet hair and a towel covering her body, the glamorous star posed for a snap while adding the caption, "Uhh... Does anyone know how to work this twisty towel thing?". The former Pussycat Dolls star didn't appear to be wearing so much as a dab of makeup. Her natural new look could have something to do with the spa treatments she recently enjoyed at Punta de Mita's Imanta resort, according to the UK's Daily Mail. The singer and X Factor judge treated Twitter followers to various photographs from her time spent at the resort last week, including snaps of her whale watching, heading out on a boat trip and horse riding on the beach. Nicole is yet to confirm whether she will return to the judging panel of Simon Cowell's singing contest following a relatively successful first season on-board. Scherzinger famously replaced British pop star...

London, Jan 24 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger looked all natural, as she posted a picture of herself on Twitter wearing nothing but a white towel and not so much as a dab of make-up. Fresh-faced and clear-skinned, there was no doubt that the on-off girlfriend of Lewis Hamilton carried off the natural look with panache.he captioned the shot saying, "Uhh...Does anyone know how to work this twisty towel thing? Haha!" Perhaps her flawless skin is down to the spa treatments she enjoyed during her time at Punta de Mita's Imanta resort, in Mexico. She treated fans to titbits from her break via Twitter, sharing pictures of whale watching, boat trips, and horse riding on the beach, the Daily Mail reported. There is no doubt she was in need of a getaway, as her first season as a judge on 'X Factor US' left her drained and in doubt, as to which direction to take her career next. (ANI)

It looks like Snooki isn't the only celebrite baring it all, well their faces at least, on Twitter . Nicole Scherzinger, who coincidentally shares the same first name as the "Jersey Shore" guidette, posted a photo to Twitter on Monday of herself without makeup moments after getting out of the shower on a vacation in Mexico . Scherzinger, 33, snapped a photo of herself sans cosmetics wrapped in a white towel for her 1.2 million Twitter followers. "Uhh...Does anyone know how to work this twisty towel thing? Haha!" Scherzinger wrote along with the photo. According to her daily updates on twitter, Scherzinger is on holiday following the end of the season of "The X Factor" and it appears that the myriad of spa treatments have benefited Scherzinger during her stay at Punta de Mita's Imanta resort in Mexico . She tweeted on Jan. 13 that she spent the day whale watching, which she described as "breathtaking," horseback riding on the beach and sp...

Nicole Scherzinger has made a lot of male fans swoon and female fans envious by posting a photo of herself fresh out of the shower on Twitter. The 'Don't Hold Your Breath' singer was free of make-up and her hair messily tied up in a towel, with a matching one around her body, and struck a nonchalant pose in the photo which she posted on her Twitter page. Teasingly, she wrote: " Uhh...Does anyone know how to work this twisty towel thing? Haha!" Nicole has just come back from a holiday in Punta de Mita and spent her time tweeting photos of all the fun things she was getting up to with her friends. No doubt one person would be taken aback by the photo is Nicole's ex-boyfriend Lewis Hamilton, who she is said to be reconciling with. Nicole Scherzinger spotted leaving a club with Hollywood actor Dane Cook... Nicole Scherzinger Posts Naked Shower Photo On Twitter Beyonce And Jay-Z's 'Arrogance Was Disgusting' After Performance Of Etta James' 'At L...

Updated 09:44am on 19 Jan 2012 Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber has approached Nicole Scherzinger to be a judge on Superstar. The musicals supremo - who will scour the UK for a new actor to play the role of Jesus in an upcoming arena tour of rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar - is reportedly "obsessed" with the US X Factor judge, and is keen for her to join the panel of his new ITV1 show. An insider told The Sun: "Andrew is obsessed with Nicole - he thinks the world of her. As soon as he got the nod his new show was going to happen, Nicole was his number one target. "He's got a great working relationship with her and Nicole hugely respects his work." While actor Steve Balsamo - who starred in the West End production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' throughout the nineties - has already been confirmed as a judge, Lord Lloyd Webber has also met with Nicole in London "several" times to discuss the possibility of her joining the panel. The 63-year-old music...

Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber has asked Nicole Scherzinger to be a judge on his new TV programme Superstar , according to reports. The musical composer, who has previously found leads for his West End shows Oliver! , The Wizard of Oz , The Sound of Music and Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat through reality TV talent competitions, is now searching for someone to play the title role in Jesus Christ Superstar . He reportedly wants X Factor USA judge Scherzinger to help him with the casting by joining the show's panel. Rex Features / Ken McKay/Rex Features A source told The Sun : "Andrew is obsessed with Nicole - he thinks the world of her. As soon as he got the nod his new show was going to happen, Nicole was his number one target. He's got a great working relationship with her and Nicole hugely respects his work." Although Lord Lloyd ! Webber e nded his association with the BBC after his other competitions, he is continuing the show's format on ITV...

London, Jan 14 (ANI): Nicole Scherzinger has posted a series of photographs on Twitter from her much-deserved luxury break in Mexico. The 33-year-old, who had a very hectic year, as a judge on reality show 'X-Factor and a very emotionally trying time after her split with long time boyfriend Lewis Hamilton , enjoyed the Mexican getaway at Punta de Mita 's Imanta resort. The former Pussycat Doll has been tweeting pics from her trip over the past few days, showing her going horseback riding, whale watching and having a relaxing spa day - all while wearing her bikini. "Muchas gracias Maria 4 everything! Big kiss 2 the @IMANTARESORTS fam 4 tkng such gd care of us! This is a trip in paradise i'll nevr forget...X," the Daily Mail quoted her as tweeting. She has been treating fans to titbits from her break, sharing pictures of whale watching, boat trips, and horse riding on the beach. (ANI)

by Dan Bourke, Daily Mirror 14/01/2012 Nicole Scherzinger twitter picture "Horseback riding on the beach and thru the Mexican jungle!" Witha cheery wave and a sunny smile, Nicole Scherzinger used a little horse power to leave her split with F1s Lewis Hamilton far behind. The 33-year-old singer and X Factor USA judge yesterday tweeted this holiday snap with the message: Horseback riding on the beach and thru the Mexican jungle! Neigh to go, Nicole. Last month she finally opened up about her relationship with British F1 race ace Lewis Hamilton, and bravely admitted, I still love him. Advertisement >> Its all very recent, she added. And its hard for me to talk about it. But we are good friends. Were great friends. The reasons given were transatlantic work schedules which kept them apart and the fact that Lewis wasnt ready to settle down and star! t a fami ly. She will be setting off on her first solo tour of the UK in February,starting inBelfast before moving on to Manche...

Caren Firouz / Reuters Nicole Scherzinger's Twitter account was hacked to show a message of support for Ron Paul. By Jillian Mapes, The Hollywood Reporter Kelly Clarkson and Michelle Branch may have unofficially endorsed Ron Paul, but Nicole Scherzinger, No Doubt and Rise Against? Not exactly supporters, as recent tweets from the musical artists may lead people to believe. Mitt Romney Meets Expectations With New Hampshire Win, Ron Paul Takes Second Place Early Wednesday morning, very similarly-phrased Ron Paul endorsements popped up on the official Twitter accounts of Nicole Scherzinger, No Doubt and Rise Against. The tweets, which were deleted by each artist after several hours, have been confirmed to Billboard.com as hacks. PHOTOS: The Movies and Stars Dems vs. GOPers Love (and Love to Hate) It's worth noting that all three artists are currently signed to Interscope Records, a curious coincidence that may explain why they're linked in this specific hacking. Kelly Clarkson...

Kelly Clarkson and Michelle Branch may have unofficially endorsed Ron Paul, but Nicole Scherzinger, No Doubt and Rise Against? Not exactly supporters, as recent tweets from the musical artists may lead people to believe. Kelly Clarkson, Michelle Branch Unofficially Endorse Ron Paul Early this morning, very similarly-phrased Ron Paul endorsements popped up on the official Twitter accounts of Nicole Scherzinger, No Doubt and Rise Against. The tweets, which were deleted by each artist after several hours, have been confirmed to Billboard.com as hacks. It's worth noting that all three artists are currently signed to Interscope Records, a curious coincidence that may explain why they're linked in this specific hacking. Punk rockers Rise Against have a track record of liberal political activism, assuring their fans after the fact , "As you would all assume, We DO NOT support Ron Paul." No Doubt's response : "No political endorsements at this time." So what exa...

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton spent New Year's Eve (31.12.11) together. The 33-year-old singer and the Formula 1 ace who called time on their four-year romance in October saw in 2012 together at an upmarket ski resort in Vail, Colorado. Sources told PerezHilton.com the pair were "definitely not" there just as friends and "looked to be having a great time dancing and ringing in the new year together". Although they split, Nicole recently revealed she still loves Lewis "very much". Asked about speculation they are getting back together, she said: "Everything is very recent, so it's a sensitive subject for me, but we are good friends and obviously we love one another very much. "That's where we're at now and that's a good place to be. What people see is completely opposite to what's real." Lewis, 26, has also admitted he wouldn't rule out reconciling with Nicole in future. He said: "We still have very,...

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton spent New Year's Eve (31.12.11) together. The 33-year-old singer and the Formula 1 ace who called time on their four-year romance in October saw in 2012 together at an upmarket ski resort in Vail, Colorado. Sources told PerezHilton.com the pair were "definitely not" there just as friends and "looked to be having a great time dancing and ringing in the new year together". Although they split, Nicole recently revealed she still loves Lewis "very much". Asked about speculation they are getting back together, she said: "Everything is very recent, so it's a sensitive subject for me, but we are good friends and obviously we love one another very much. "That's where we're at now and that's a good place to be. What people see is completely opposite to what's real." Lewis, 26, has also admitted he wouldn't rule out reconciling with Nicole in future. He said: "We still have very,...

17:10, Thursday, 5 January 2012 Nicole Scherzinger and ex-boyfriend Lewis Hamilton are thought to have reunited after welcoming the New Year together. The couple, who parted ways in October last year , are thought to have taken a trip to the ski resort of Colorado, where they were spotted celebrating the beginning of 2012. According to OK.co.uk , sources claim that The X Factor USA judge and Hamilton were "definitely not" there as just friends, with the website adding that they 'looked very close indeed' as they saw in the new year together. At the end of 2011, Scherzinger admitted that she still had feelings for the F1 driver , telling The Mirror: "I still love him. It's all very recent and it's hard for me to talk about it. But we are good friends. We're great friends." Hamilton himself also confessed his love for the former Pussycat Dolls star, with previous reports claiming that the 26-year old was 'desperate' to win back Nicole ...

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton are rumoured to have rekindled their romance after taking a trip together on New Year's Eve. The former couple were seen celebrating the start of 2012 at a ski resort in Colorado, according to OK . PA Images / Tammie Arroyo/AP Sources say that the pair "looked very close" and were "definitely not" there as just friends. Scherzinger and Hamilton separated in October after almost four years together. Both stars have continued to declare their love for each other after the split. It was reported towards the end of 2011 that Hamilton had begun a "full-on mission" to win back the 'Try With Me' singer. Scherzinger has been romantically linked to her X Factor USA colleague Steve Jones since parting ways with Hamilton! , though she is rumoured to have rejected his romantic advances at the show's wrap party in December. Watch Nicole Scherzinger in the video for 'Try With Me' below:

Nicole Scherzinger Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton spent New Year's Eve (31.12.11) together. The 33-year-old singer and the Formula 1 ace who called time on their four-year romance in October saw in 2012 together at an upmarket ski resort in Vail, Colorado. Sources told PerezHilton.com the pair were "definitely not" there just as friends and "looked to be having a great time dancing and ringing in the new year together". Although they split, Nicole recently revealed she still loves Lewis "very much". Asked about speculation they are getting back together, she said: "Everything is very recent, so it's a sensitive subject for me, but we are good friends and obviously we love one another very much. "That's where we're at now and that's a good place to be. What people see is completely opposite to what's real." Lewis, 26, has also admitted he wouldn't rule out reconciling with Nicole in future. He said: "...

Nicole Scherzinger has reportedly been approached to replace Alesha Dixon on the Strictly Come Dancing panel. Dixon quit the BBC contest to join Simon Cowell 's ITV programme Britain's Got Talent on Monday (January 2), having apparently been offered triple her Strictly fee . It has since been claimed that BBC bosses are looking to get even with Cowell by poaching Scherzinger - a former winner of America's Dancing with the Stars - from The X Factor USA. "Nicole is young, sexy and knows what she's talking about," a Strictly insider told the Daily Star . "Having already won the US dance show her credentials are good. "And taking her off Simon wou! ld be gr eat. Alesha leaving could end up being a great move for the show." Scherzinger has hinted that she may not return to The X Factor USA next year . Dance pro Karen Hardy is the early bookmakers' favourite to join Strictly , while Darcey Bussell , Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey a...

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton's family hoping for reconciliation [newKerala.com News # 137668] Home News RSS Feeds Photo Gallery Home > News > hollywood-news London, Jan 2 : Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamiltons family are back in touch over Christmas and are hoping that the couple reconcile and give their love another chance. The X Factor USA judge remained in touch with Hamiltons family over Christmas. A source claimed that the race aces family loves Scherzinger dearly and still very much see her as their daughter-in-law. Nicole is so dear to the family. They still very much see her as their daughter-in-law, the Daily Mail quoted the source as saying. Those close bonds dont disappear overnight. Theyve been in touch over Christmas to catch up and wish each other well. Theyve built such a bond with her over the years. Everyone is secretly hoping that Lewis and Nicole will give their love another go when the time is right for them, the source added. The 34-year-old...