The second season of the X Factor debuts Wednesday night on FOX with new judges Britney Spears and Demi Lovato joining Simon Cowell and L.A. Raid on the hit singing competition show.
"It's been amazing. Simon is sweet and charming. The cast is amazing. It's been fun," Spears told FOX 5 News.
At a Los Angeles screening Tuesday of the season premiere, fans called out, "We love you, Britney."
Her boss, "X Factor" executive producer Simon Cowell, said Spears is "the new queen of mean" for her blunt assessment of contestants.
But Spears also showed a softer side in the episode, calling one young singer "completely and utterly adorable" and another "flawless."
"X Factor"airs Wednesday at 8 p.m. on Fox 5. The second episode airs Thursday.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:58 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:58:50 GMT
The sixth installment of the wildly popular 'Fast & Furious' movies hit theaters next week. Actor Tyrese Gibson shares the big screen with a star-studded cast. We'll get a special preview of the film from Gibson on Monday.
The sixth installment of the wildly popular 'Fast & Furious' movies hit theaters next week. Actor Tyrese Gibson shares the big screen with a star-studded cast. We'll get a special preview of the film from Gibson on Monday.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:58 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:58:37 GMT
Comedian and TV host Joan Rivers isn't laughing about the strike by writers on her show E! Fashion Police. Rivers who has participated in a benefit for the writers stops by GDNY on Monday to set the record straight.
Comedian and TV host Joan Rivers isn't laughing about the strike by writers on her show E! Fashion Police. Rivers who has participated in a benefit for the writers stops by GDNY on Monday to set the record straight.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:58 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:58:24 GMT
American Idol season 12 runner-up Kree Harrison gave winner Candice Glover a run for her money. But the top two finalists became good friends during weeks of competition. We'll hear from the rising star next week.
American Idol season 12 runner-up Kree Harrison gave winner Candice Glover a run for her money. But the top two finalists became good friends during weeks of competition. We'll hear from the rising star next week.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:09:38 GMT
Good Day wrapped up its first Burger Week in honor of National Burger Month. Every day we had a burger flashback -- a burger drop of hamburgers in our studio and a burger-related Good Day Cafe. All of
Good Day wrapped up its first Burger Week in honor of National Burger Month. Every day we had a burger flashback -- a burger drop of hamburgers in our studio and a burger-related Good Day Cafe. All of
Friday, May 17 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:34:18 GMT
Aspiring singer Garrett Gardner may have gotten the heave-ho from The Voice, but he's not letting that stifle his music career. The New Jersey native performed during GDNY on Friday.
Aspiring singer Garrett Gardner may have gotten the heave-ho from The Voice, but he's not letting that stifle his music career. The New Jersey native performed during GDNY on Friday.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:05 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:05:18 GMT
It's all about the Bronx as the borough celebrates a week of festivities honoring it's people and the many businesses and establishments that call it home.
It's all about the Bronx as the borough celebrates a week of festivities honoring it's people and the many businesses and establishments that call it home.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:21 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:21:42 GMT
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly.
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly. The artist, Arne Svenson, is reportedly taking the photos through their TriBeCa building windows. In some photos, the residents are bending over, sleeping and cleaning.
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:03:50 GMT
"Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it's not setting any light-speed records with a debut that's lower than the studio's expectations.
"Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it's not setting any light-speed records with a debut that's lower than the studio's expectations.
Kirstie Alley is no stranger to body image issues — and now she's speaking out against Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries about his feelings on weight.
Kirstie Alley is no stranger to body image issues — and now she's speaking out against Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries about his feelings on weight.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:56 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:56:18 GMT
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The "American Idol" tour will bring 11 contestants to cities around the country this summer. The roster is made up of the top 10 contestants and an 11th performer chosen as the winner of a "fan save." The
The "American Idol" tour will bring 11 contestants to cities around the country this summer. The roster is made up of the top 10 contestants and an 11th performer chosen as the winner of a "fan save." The
After this season, Shakira is trading in The Voice duty for diaper duty. The Colombian singer, who joined the NBC singing competition this season, confirms that she is exiting from her big red chair to focus on motherhood.
After this season, Shakira is trading in The Voice duty for diaper duty. The Colombian singer, who joined the NBC singing competition this season, confirms that she is exiting from her big red chair to focus on motherhood.
Just one week after Randy Jackson announced he would not be returning to the judges table after this season of American Idol come reports that Nicki Minaj will also be vacating her post.
Just one week after Randy Jackson announced he would not be returning to the judges table after this season of American Idol come reports that Nicki Minaj will also be vacating her post.
