The next season of X-Factor is going to be a whole lot different given that Nicole Scherzinger and Steve Jones have decided not to renew their contracts with the show. Since that announcement (yesterday) it was also being reported that Paula Abdul has been let go and will not be returning in Season 2 either. That leaves Simon Cowell and L.A. Reid. It doesn't take a genius to realize the show will not work with just those two so it's only a matter of time before the new cast of judges is announced.

According to reports Simon wants to take the show in a different direction. Could that be swirling down the toilet? Who knows? If you recall Nicole replaced Cheryl Cole who was surprised to have been fired. Now her and Simon are back on good terms so does that mean a return for her?

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Something tells me that newly single Lea Michele won't be for too much longer as she steps out in this hot pink mini and silver platform sandals, both by Michael Kors, with Melinda Maria baubles to attend a charity luncheon event at the Beverly Hills Michael Kors outpost.  Is this not the hottest shade of pink?  The colour suits Lea so well especially with her dark waves and tanned skin. 

The newest and leggiest Dancing with the Stars cast member, Kristin Cavallari, isn't letting her broken engagement get her down as she also flaunts her gams in a lacy blush-nude mini frock with matching pumps and black clutch bag when she stepped out in West Hollywood this week.  You know what they say … what's one man's loss is another man's gain.  Speaking of which, did you see her DwtS premiere this week?  If you ask me, she and Mark Ballas looked very "comfortable" together.  Just sayin'.

Whip or no whip, Emmy Rossum proves that you can still look still stylish and tasteful in this black leather shift with Brian Atwood pumps and Lena Erziak clutch when she attended the What's Your Number? premiere in Los Angeles this week.  Hayden Panettiere reveals her more sophisticated side in this black ensemble and equally sophisticated accessories while advocating voters' rights in D.C. this week.  And Selena Gomez keeps it simple and chic as she turns out to support former beau Taylor Lautner in L.A. at the premiere of his action flick Abduction in (literally) head-to-toe black with suede miniskirt, glittery top and t-strap sandals.  Worry not folks.   Justin Bieber was by her side and was also decked out in head-to-toe black.    Awwww … they even dress alike.  Young love! 

Paula Abdul has the It Factor as she puts every woman's fear of horizontal stripes to rest in this silver, gold and navy metallic number from Balmain Fall 2011 when she attended the "The X-Factor" World Premiere in Hollywood Wednesday night.  Accessorizing her look was a navy YSL clutch and gold jewellery but not before completing it with Ruthie Davis platform pumps with spiked "don't mess with me" heels and red soles.  (Did I just say "red soles"?  Mr. Louboutin will be so NOT happy.)  Now I ask you, are those killer heels or not? 

Anna Faris is an A-lister in an ivory silk strapless dress when she arrived at the L.A. premiere of What's Your Number at the Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, California on September 19th.  The bow sweetens it, and I like the fact that she kept her accessories to a minimum with a gold metallic clutch. While the dress is heavenly, the spiked shoes are wicked and I do mean that in a very good way.  Don't you like the contrast?  I love the way one compliments the other. 

Attending the London premiere on September 21st of her latest film, the espionage thriller The Debt, Helen Mirren, 66, is regal in this silk crimson midi skirt and jacket ensemble with matching ruby jewels.  The jacket which wraps and ties at the back shows off her trim figure while the neckline frames her beautiful face and décolletage.  Meanwhile, back in New York, Ivanka Trump holds court at the 2011 New Yorkers for Children Fall Gala in New York on September 20th and also shows off her willowy figure in a stunning crimson silk strapless gown with train.  The look is effortless with matching gold clutch and necklace, and her blonde hair pulled up into an elegant bun shows off her toned neck and shoulders.  It's hard to believe that Ivanka gave birth to her beautiful daughter Arabella Rose only in July! 

Bombshell Sofia Vergara lights up the red carpet draped in this little blue strapless number when she attended the 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards Cocktail Reception Honoring Nominees for Outstanding Performances.  Completing the look was her Daniel Swarovski clutch (retailing for – gulp – $1,000.00) and platform pumps.  (Wrap a potato sack around this woman, and she'll still look great!)  Also electric in blue, is sizzling mommy-to-be Beyonce who shows off the most glamorous baby bump in Hollywood in a Roberto Cavalli tunic and blazer ensemble on Wednesday at the launch of her new fragrance, Beyoncé Pulse, at Manhattan's Dream Downtown Hotel.

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When I first saw this picture of Paula Abdul, all I could say was “Wow”.  Paula Abdul proves that some looks never go out of style with this classic white blouse / black trouser combination with up-to-date accessories.  (Perhaps it’s my love for all things Chanel.)  The woman exudes confidence and sophistication.

With her pants so form-fitting it’s hard to say where she’s hidden the junk, if she has any that is!  In her purse perhaps?  In all seriousness, for a woman that just turned 49 in June, she proves that she could teach us all a few things about style and dressing age-appropriate.  I bet Simon Cowell is in that car behind her with his eyeballs glued to her rear view.

You rocked it woman!

Cheryl Cole Book Signing

OMG.  Could they get any more cruel?!  Cheryl Cole was originally on the X-Factor over in the UK.  Then Simon Cowell (HOT!!!) decided to have her be a judge on the U.S. version.  Then he changed his mind.  She got the boot.  But, it looked like they wanted her to return to the UK version.  As of yesterday though, that is not the case anymore either!

X-Factor Judge Cheryl Cole Replaced By Nicole Scherzinger

The judges for this season were announced and her name was left out!  The new list of UK judges is: music mogul Louis Walsh, Take That’s Gary Barlow, Kelly Rowland from Destiny’s Child and Tulisa Contostavlos of N-Dubz.  So what’s the deal?  Why was this once hot ticket a reject all of the sudden?  Someone needs to fess up and let us know why Cheryl is suddenly being treated like a plague!

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It was unexpected and it was fast: X-Factor judge Cheryl Cole has been replaced by former Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger TMZ is reporting.

Nicole Scherzinger Is X Factor Sexy [PHOTOS]

Scherzinger was originally supposed to cohost X-Factor with Steve Jones while Cheryl Cole, Paula Abdul and LA Reid rounded out the judges.

CONFIRMED: Paula Abdul Joins Simon Cowell’s ‘X-Factor’ as a Judge

No word on why Cheryl Cole is no longer judging X-Factor and no word on who will now replace Nicole Scherzinger.

Some things in life are very unexpected and unpredictable.

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Steve Jones at The Prince's Trust Celebrate Success Awards

Us Weekly got the low down on Simon Cowell’s X Factor co-host, Steve Jones who will be manning the stage with Nicole Scherzinger this fall.  Here’s one obvious fact first… he’s hot!  He and Nicole are going to be the constant eye candy and I am more than okay with that.  In fact, this is going to be a really good looking crew overall!  Simon, Cheryl Cole, Paula Abdul, and L.A. Reid.

CONFIRMED: Paula Abdul Joins Simon Cowell’s ‘X-Factor’ as a Judge

Anyhow… here’s a bit on our new guy:

1. He’s already got plenty of celebrity support. After word of Jones’ appointment leaked online, CNN host Piers Morgan was quick to applaud his pal. “Congrats to Steve Jones on landing the US X Factor co-hosting gig,” Morgan Tweeted. “Great guy, really pleased for him.”

2. While Jones is a virtual unknown to American audiences, he brings a wealth of experience with him Stateside. Making his debut on TV’s BBC One in 2009 hosting Let’s Dance for Comic Relief, Jones went on to present the quizshow As Seen on TV. He’s also a seasoned actor, having appeared in small roles in Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging and Plus One.

3. Forget hours of time in the makeup chair! Jones is totally low-maintenance when it comes to grooming. “I cant be bothered! It takes too much time,” Jones told FHM.com of his beauty routine. “I want to be able to enjoy myself with my friends not be in the bathroom for 2 hours.”

4. Jones has a way with A-list ladies. The handsome host was once romantically linked with Halle Berry, Pamela Anderson and Hayden Panettiere! But don’t expect to see his former paramours pop up at tapings of the Fox series. “It sounds ruthless, but I’m not into the ‘let’s be friends’ thing. To me, ex is ex. Ex means I’m not going to see that person again,” he told U.K. paper The Sun.

5. Perhaps most importantly, he’s an X Factor fan. “It’s one of the biggest — probably the biggest — jobs in presenting at the moment,” the ex T4 presenter has said. “Of course I would love to do it. I’m a big X Factor fan.”

I can’t wait for the premiere!

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