Move over Britney Spears, L.A. Reid and Khloe Kardashian, The X-Factor has some new blood for their third season. There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the hit Fox show since the aforementioned trio were announced to be departing the series, and yesterday their replacements were finally announced.
Former Destiny’s Child star Kelly Rowland, and Latin pop sensation Paulina Rubio were confirmed to be joining Demi Lovato and show creator Simon Cowell at the judges table.
“It’s taken more than a decade, but I’m delighted to finally be on a panel with three girls (I think!),” Cowell said in a released statement. “Paulina and Kelly both have great taste and massive experience in the music industry and together with Demi, this is going to be a fun panel. It just feels like the time to do something different.”
Rowland had previously starred on the UK version of the show, and in a statement she said “I am very excited to be reuniting with Simon Cowell and The X Factor family. It feels great to be able to take this journey here at home in the States!”
Rubio on the other hand said ”I can’t wait to find the next big music star here in America. I’m so thrilled to be part of the show as a judge. Simon, be careful what you wish for, let’s see if you are ready to handle me, empieza la fiesta, amigo!” That last part means “start the party, friend!”
The auctions for the third season begins today in South Carolina, and will continue on throughout the summer.
Picture Courtesy of: Eva Rinaldi
