by Cherie Saunders "The X Factor" Press Conference, CBS Television City, Los Angeles, CA. Dec. 19, 2011 *As the US version of The X Factor approaches its first season finale this week, rumors continue to swirl around judge Nicole Scherzinger . The original Pussycat Doll, who served as a co-host for UKs X Factor last year alongside Steve Jones , was brought in to replace original judge Cheryl Cole after US auditions had already gotten underway. She seemed to fit in nicely with fellow judges LA Reid , Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell, and was well received by the boisterous weekly audience that is until the Rachel Crow incident, when her decision to send the child home put the deadlocked vote in Americas hands and America sent her packing. Adding insult to injury, there were rumors earlier this month that executive producer Cowell will swap Scherzinger with UK judge Kelly Rowland for season two. When we spoke with Scherzinger earlier this season before the array of drama th...

Nicole Scherzinger will reportedly only consider reconciling with Lewis Hamilton if an engagement is on the table. The X Factor USA judge ended her relationship with the Formula One racer back in October, amid speculation that he was not ready to commit. However, Nicole has reportedly told friends that she is only interested in getting back together if he gets down on one knee. " It seems Nicole's told him that if he's serious about getting back together, the only way to prove it is with an engagement ring," a friend told More magazine. " I'm sure Nicole was devastated when they broke up. She seemed so heartbroken. But she's very strong-willed. I think she pushed through it and has been quite happy in recent weeks." While he may not have been ready to settle down before, the source says he is coming around to the idea. " [Lewis'] reaction [to Nicole's ultimatum] was really positive. I think he wants Nicole back and now he knows what ne...

Celebrities at the 'X Factor' press conference 2011 at CBS Television City Studios Stage 36 in West Hollywood, CA... Pictured: Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger (FlynetPictures.com) more pics Nicole Scherzinger Nicole Scherzinger attended a press conference for The X Factor wearing her long hair in casual flowing waves. She dressed up the relaxed style with a formfitting ivory dress with beaded fringe epaulets and shimmering smoky eyes. Recreating Nicole's sexy look is very simple. Begin by parting hair down the center and then curling two-inch sections with a large-barreled curling iron. To get tresses ultra-shiny, try misting on a product like Oscar Blandi Olio Di Jasmine Shine Spray. It'll increase shine while reducing frizz, ensuring a red carpet-worthy 'do. We've spotted other celebrities with a similar look, including Marisa Miller, Alessandra Ambrosio, and Jennifer Hawkins. Check out all 471 pictures in the Long Center Part Lookbook . Mor...

Judge Nicole Scherzinger poses at The X Factor Press Conference at CBS Televison City on December 19, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images) more pics Nicole Scherzinger (Getty Images) Rumors are flying that Nicole Scherzinger might not be asked back for The X Factor 's second season, but the former Pussycat Doll didn't let the whispers get her down during a press conference ahead of the show's Wednesday night finale. Scherzinger wore a low-cut, very sexy dress and cozied up with fellow judge (and X Factor executive producer) Simon Cowell as she posed for photographers. The gal has been a questionable reality TV judge, but she sure can rock a sexy red carpet pose. During the press conference with the X Factor judges and final three contestants, Scherzinger tried to side-step questions about whether she would return to the show next year. Ive had a lot of fun this season. The reason I took this job is I wanted to mentor, first and foremost," she said. ...

Hello, you either have JavaScript turned off or an old version of Adobe's Flash Player. Get the latest Flash player . Who needs an actual competition on The X Factor when all the drama you want is waiting behind the scenes? After an emotional elimination that left Nicole Scherzinger in hysterical tears , fans started wondering if the judge was cut out for this gig. And today, there are rumors circulating that host Steve Jones might be getting shipped back to Wales and a new host will be brought on in season two. So will Scherzinger and Jones be returning for season two or are the exit rumors true? MORE: X Factor ShockerWas That the Most Wrenching Elimination Ever? Hello, you either have JavaScript turned off or an old version of Adobe's Flash Player. Get the latest Flash player . At a press conference for The X Factor finale, we asked Scherzinger if she's had any fun this season despite the difficult eliminations, including 14-year-old Drew Ryniewic , whose fans sent S...

By Suzannah Ramsdale on Tuesday 20 December 2011 Rex Features Nicole Scherzinger completely stole the show at the X Factor USA press conference in Los Angeles yesterday. The 33-year-old judge and mentor poured her fabulous figure into a plunging cream dress and Christian Louboutin heels as she posed alongside Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul . The trio, along with judge LA Reid, took the chance to talk to journalists ahead of the finale this week. Melanie Amaro, 19, Josh Krajcik, 30, and Chris Rene, 28, will all compete to win the US version of the X Factor on Wednesday night's live show. SEE ALL THE PICS FROM THE UK X FACTOR Simon revealed at the press conference that Justin Bieber, Pitbull and R&B singer Ne-Yo will be among the stars performing during the two-hour finale. But the talent show hasn't been quite as successful in the United States as Cowell had hoped. Welsh host, Steve Jones , in particular has failed to win over the American public. If the reports are to be...

Nicole Scherzinger has defended her "wishy-washy" comments on X Factor USA , saying she can not help what goes through her mind. The judge has been criticised for failing to give constructive criticism and angered viewers even further when contestant Rachel Crow was eliminated from the show after Nicole allowed the vote to go to deadlock. However, Nicole says she does not care what people think of comments as she stays true to herself. "I don't care," she told Look magazine. "I know what my comments are, and you know what? Sometimes I am wishy-washy. That's how my brain works naturally." What do you think of Nicole's judging skills? Should she give more constructive criticism? Nicole Scherzinger sparkles at X Factor USA launch party... Kim Kardashian's Mother 'Gives Approval' To Date Kanye West Rihanna Launches Twitter Tirade Over Racial Abuse In Portugal VIDEO: Rihanna Runs Off Stage To Vomit During Lisbon Performance