It's official! Cheryl Cole WILL be a judge on the U.S. version of X Factor

By SARAH FITZMAURICE

I'm in! Cheryl Cole is excited to be heading stateside for the U.S. version of the show where she will sit next to Simon Cowell and LA Reid on the judging panel


After months of speculation, the wait is finally over - it has been confirmed that Cheryl Cole WILL be appearing as a judge on the U.S. version of The X Factor.

In a statement released today, the British singer is confirmed as a judge on the talent show - joining Simon Cowell and Antonio 'LA' Reid on the judging panel.

Cheryl, 27, has already voiced her excitement about the new role searching for the talent America has to offer and said she is ready to battle it out against Cowell on the first series.


Ready for battle: Cheryl can't wait to get the first series of the American version of the X Factor show underway and is looking to beat Simon Cowell as she has in the U.K. show


Cole said: 'I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor. I absolutely love it here in the UK, and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special.'

She added: 'I can’t wait to get started. I just can’t decide whether I am more excited to find and nurture the talent or for the unbelievable amount of amusement and entertainment I will have watching Simon doing everything and anything he can to beat me.

'He’s tried to beat me for three years in the UK, and hasn’t even come close. His ego must be so bruised. America is gonna love this.'



Great chemistry: Fox bosses have praised Cheryl's talent as a judge and have said America will love the way she interacts with Simon Cowell


Cowell, who has championed the Geordie singer in the U.S., said: 'I’m thrilled for Cheryl. She is massively excited about this show, and has been fantastic to work with.'

He added: 'She is also a complete brat! Most importantly, this girl can spot talent.'

The confirmation about her X Factor role comes only days before auditions are held this Sunday, May 8, in specially-built high-definition recording studios in Honolulu, Phoenix, Nashville, Anchorage, Kansas City and Denver.

Auditions will continue in Dallas on May 26.

The U.S. version of The X Factor is set to be the biggest and best yet with the winner scooping a recording contract worth $5 million.


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Katy Perry keeps her band waiting for an hour at the airport

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'Sorry I'm late guys': Katy Perry smiles at her entourage as she finally arrives at her private plane at Sydney airport


One of the down points of working for an A-list stars is inevitably being kept waiting for them.

But when you're forced to wait around for your employer on a private jet, then perhaps we shouldn't feel too sorry for Katy Perry's minions.

The American singer kept her entourage waiting at Sydney airport for an hour ahead of a 90 minute flight to Brisbane.


I'm here guys: Perry has a large group of men waiting for her when she gets to the airport


When she eventually turned up, it appeared the 26-year-old couldn't be bothered to get dressed as she appeared to be wearing her pyjamas.

The California Gurls singer flew to Brisbane ahead of her gig tonight at the Queensland city's Entertainment Centre.

On Tuesday, she performed to thousands of fans at the Sydney Entertainment Centre after forming a friendship earlier this week with newcomer Jessie J.



Dressed down: It appears Katy didn't bother to get dressed out of her pyjamas after checking out of her Sydney hotel


Brit Award winner Jessie, who is promoting her debut album Down Under, checked out Perry's Sydney gig.

She wrote on Twitter: 'Just met Katy Perry. The show was incredible, she is beautiful and so sweet. I wish I had her boobs lol.'

In return, Perry Tweeted: 'Nice to meet you too, you're a DOLL. And p.s. the offer still stands... I'll trade my tits for your gams (legs).'

During her Sydney gig, Perry admitted she wasn't a fan of Vegemite spread, revealing she had actually thrown up after eating it.

After the Antipodean leg of her California Dreams tour wraps next week, Perry will take it to Asia, then to North America in June.

The 117-date tour ends in Dublin in November.


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Thor heartthrob Chris Hemsworth left red-faced after being embarrassed with video of himself

By SARAH BULL

Dancing king: Footage has emerged of Thor hunk Chris Hemsworth on Australia's Dancing With The Stars in 2006


Chris Hemsworth was left embarrassed earlier this week after being shown a video of himself performing on Australia's Dancing With The Stars.

During an interview on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Hemsworth, 27, was stunned when Leno surprised him with the footage.

And after watching the video of himself performing on the programme with partner Abbey Ross, Hemsworth, who is a huge star in his native Australia, admitted he never really felt comfortable with his dancing ability.


Embarrassed: Hemsworth was left red-faced after Jay Leno showed him the video


He said: 'I wasn't much of a dancer. You know, down at the pubs with your mates and a few beers having a dance is a little different than the ballroom. It doesn't really translate.'

In the video, former Home and Away star Hemsworth is seen wiggling and gyrating his way around the dancefloor, while wearing a fetching blue shirt and tight black trousers.

Hemsworth appeared on the programme in 2006, when he was enjoying huge celebrity success Down Under thanks to his role in Australian soap Home and Away.


I wasn't very good: Hemsworth told Leno he wasn't very confident in his dancing ability


But the actor has come a long way since then, and has played characters including Captain Kirk's father in the most recent Star Trek movie and landing the role of Thor alongside Natalie Portman.


Nice shirt! Hemsworth is seen wiggling and gyrating his way across the dancefloor


You've come a long way, baby: Hemsworth as Thor in the new blockbuster movie

Chris hemsworth dancing


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Kristen Stewart walks Robert Pattinson's dog in New York

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New York walkies: Kristen Stewart takes Bear, the rescue dog she shares with boyfriend Robert Pattinson, out for a walk in New York's East Village


Being the pet of a famous movie star may have its perks, but being left behind while your owner travels the world isn't one of them.

Luckily for Robert Pattinson's dog Bear his owner's girlfriend Kristen Stewart is happy to take over walking duties when he isn't there.

With Pattinson was in London promoting Water For Elephants, Kirsten took the reigns as Bear's carer.


Leading the way: Bear and Kristen head out onto the street for their blustery walk


Dressed in skinny jeans, Converse trainers and a grey T-shirt, Kristen, 21, and her canine companion braved the wind and rain as they made their way across New York's East Village.

Clutching his blue lead, Kristen was careful to keep a tight hold on Bear as they set out across the city together.

Pattinson found Bear in an animal shelter while shooting Breaking Dawn in the Baton Rouge area of Louisiana.


Undeterred: Kristen and Bear don't let the New York weather stop them from heading out as they leave The Bowery Hotel on the Lower East Side


The dog was originally called Yogi Bear, but Pattinson and Kristen decided to shorten his name to Bear after Rob admitted he thought Yogi was 'a bit much.'

Kristen, and her canine companion, have been staying at one of the actress's favourite New York hotels, The Bowery, on the Lower East Side of the city.

Meanwhile, the Twilight actress is set to welcome a new man into her life after it was announced today that British actor, Sam Claflin, has been cast alongside her in Snow White and the Huntsman.

The 24-year-old actor will play Prince Charmant to Kristen's Snow White.


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Oscar winning workout: Nicole Kidman shows the hard work

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Keeping in shape: Nicole Kidman starts her day with an early morning run in San Francisco, California yesterday


Good genetics undeniable play a major part in Nicole Kidman's enviable physique .
But nobody looks movie star perfect without a serious amount of hard work.

The 43-year-old actress put herself through her paces yesterday as she pounded the pavement around San Francisco Bay.

Dressed in an all black work out ensemble the star huffed and puffed throughout the run as she listened to songs on an iPod.


Tired out: Nicole appeared to have put herself through the paces as she ran round San Francisco bay and (right) last month on the red carpet at the ACM Awards


The black leggings and tight black zip-up athletic jacket highlighted the Moulin Rouge star's slender and toned physique.

She kept her face covered with over-sized black sunglasses and a black cap.

Nicole has been staying in San Francisco while filming her next project Hemingway And Gellhorn, and HBO film about the famous writer alongside Clive Owen.


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Nick Cannon visits Mariah Carey as couple FINALLY reveal the names of their twins

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New father: Nick Cannon arrives at a hospital in Santa Monica today to visit wife Mariah and their new-born twins Moroccan Scott and Monroe


Doting daddy Nick Cannon arrives at the hospital this afternoon to visit his wife Mariah and their new-born twin babies.

The America's Got Talent presenter dressed in full-white as he made his way into a Santa Monica maternity ward.

It comes after Mariah and Nick finally revealed the names of their twins.


Happy couple: New parents Mariah and Nick


The couple, who welcomed the babies on Saturday in Los Angeles, have named their son Moroccan Scott and daughter Monroe.

Scott is 30-year-old Nick’s middle name, as well as his grandmother’s maiden name.
Their daughter was named after Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe.

They decided not give their daughter a middle name because Mariah herself does not have one.


Name game: After dropping hints on Twitter, Mariah finally revealed today that her twins are called Moroccan and Monroe


Earlier this week, Mariah took to Twitter to stir up a guessing game about the names.

The proud pop diva hinted that both names begin with the letter 'M' and is urged her followers to submit their theories.

It is not known if any fans guessed correctly.


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Nicole Scherzinger makes the earth move in Right There video with 50 Cent

Climbing the walls: The sultry singer shows off her fancy footwork for the track from her album Killer Love


As a former Pussycat Doll and Dancing With The Stars champion, Nicole Scherzinger is something of an expert in the art of throwing moves.

The 32-year-old singer is seen exhibiting her fine skills in the video for Right There, the track chosen from her debut album Killer Love to launch her solo career in the U.S.

It was shot just two weeks ago on the streets of Downtown Los Angeles and now the finished product has arrived.


Sliding sidewalks: Nicole Scherzinger looks incredible in her new music video Right There, seen here dancing on a moving pavement in a stomach-revealing crop top


Nicole exudes confidence and sexiness in the video and, thanks to some computer trickery, she even manages to make the earth move, so to speak, as she performs on sliding pavements.

Rapper 50 Cent also features - however it is only thanks to some clever green screen technology that has resulted in them appearing in the same shot.

The rap artist, also known as Fiddy, was not actually there when Nicole filmed the video and his segments have clearly been recorded separately.

Nicole, who has been rumoured as a possible host for the U.S. X Factor, wears an array of sexy outfits throughout, including slinky harem pants and a cropped vest top which shows off her honed stomach to perfection.


Collaboration: 50 Cent also features with the two appearing together thanks to some clever green screen technology


While she might not have the Pussycat dolls for company anymore, she is accompanied by a throng of female backing dancers who join her for some street party jamming.

Speaking about her album to MTV News recently, Nicole promised her fans plenty of empowering tracks.

She has worked with hit producer RedOne on the project, who has also collaborated with the likes of Lady Gaga, as well as a host of other big name hit-makers including The-Dream.


Backing dancers: Nicole may not have the Pussycat Dolls for company anymore but she still instigates an all-girl party


Hot moves: Nicole is currently launching her solo career in the U.S.


Nicole said: 'Well, I did a lot of the album with my producer RedOne and then I did sprinkles, other colours of the album with producers like Jim Jonsin and The-Dream and Tricky Stewart and Ne-Yo and I'm fortunate enough to have my boy 50 [Cent] and Snoop on the album.'

'So it's definitely got empowering, strong dance anthems and then I got an urban twist in there and some really good uplifting songs as well.'

In a recent interview, Nicole said she is no longer in touch with her former Pussycat Dolls bandmates.


Smoking hot: Seen here shooting the video in Downtown Los Angles two weeks ago


Changing styles: Later the singer slipped into a Native American-inspired outfit




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FHM unveils World's Sexiest Woman poll

By JODY THOMPSON

Feeling blue: Kerry Katona was showing off her toned body and wearing fashionable royal blue at the unveiling of the FHM 100 Sexiest Women In The World party in London last night


Men's magazine FHM unveiled its annual 100 Sexiest Women In The World poll with a party last night - it was just a shame that none of them could make it.

For while Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was voted the World's Sexiest Woman for the first time ever - knocking Cheryl Cole from the title she's held for the past two years - she was otherwise indisposed and unable to collect her title at the London do.

In fact, it looked like not one name from even the Top 30 list of lad's mag lovelies, as voted for by their readers, had turned up at the bash, held at the One Marylebone club.


Not on the list: Kerry was invited to the launch party but sadly didn't make the top 30 of magazine's readers poll of their Top 100 sexy ladies


Instead, it was left to the likes of Kerry Katona and Clare Nasir to represent sexy ladies at the bash - which also randomly saw Katie's Prices ex Alex Reid on the red carpet.

Also in attendance was FHM's latest pin-up, The Only Way Is Essex star Amy Childs, who yesterday spoke of her delight of stripping to her scanties for her debut in the pages of the monthly men's glossy.

The guest list last night was also graced with John Terry's former lover Vanessa Perroncel, Strictly star and former boxer Joe Calzaghe and X Factor loser Shanye Ward.



In the poll which was unveiled last night, Rosie was the winner of the poll of the magazine's readers, winning the coveted Sexiest Woman in the World crown, just days after landing a similar title from Maxim magazine.

However, the 24-year-old model-turned-Transformers-actress was in New York last night, where she had attended the Met Gala the night before.

She lives in Los Angeles with actor boyfriend and FHM hero Jason Statham.


Dark and lovely: Zoe Salmon, Lauren Budd and Clare Nasir were all in their best black - and white - outfits on the bash's red carpet


She managed to send a message to the assembled guests however saying: 'Wow. Thanks for voting guys, I’m so flattered to be FHM’s Sexiest Woman in the World.

'This is a really exciting year for me and I hope you all enjoy Transformers 3.'

Meanwhile, Jennifer Aniston failed to feature in the poll for the first time since it started in 1996.


Sexy ladies: Model Olivia Inge with her sister Alexia, Vanessa Perroncel and Adele Silva donned their best glad rags for the event


This year, Katy Perry takes second place this year knocking former 2008 champion Megan Fox back into fourth.

New mother Abbey Clancy drops out from 10 down to 28.

And newlywed Kate Middleton enjoyed a massive surge of popularity this year. The Princess entered the list previously with a number 25 ranking in 2007.
This year, the only royal represented in the list re-enters at 39.


Lads' night out: Alex Reid and former X Factor winner Shayne Ward were among the male guests at the party


Winner: FHM's Sexiest Woman of 2011 Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was in New York instead last night





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Mad hatter: It's not just Beatrice's wedding

By SASHA SLATER

Royal ridicule: Princess Beatrice (right) and Princess Eugenie arrive at Westminster Abbey in their much-mocked Philip Treacy hats


At street parties the length and breadth of England, we gasped as the royal Rolls pulled up. A vision emerged. No, not Kate Middleton, resplendent in Sarah Burton and diamonds, but Princess Beatrice in her beige pretzel-like headgear.

She was closely followed by her sister in another catastrophic confection: the neat cobalt blue base was perhaps a nod to Carole Middleton’s former career as an air hostess, but the fake rose perched on it was the colour of dried blood.

And it was topped off with what appeared to be a leftover bit of Rod Hull’s Emu. The man responsible for these articles of fashion roadkill is Irish milliner Philip Treacy, who also adorned the Duchess of Cornwall, Victoria Beckham, Tara Palmer-Tomkinson and 31 other wedding guests in his flamboyant creations on the big day.


The mad hatter strikes again: On another occasion, Princess Beatrice, left, puts on a brave face while an angry swarm of butterflies attacks the side of her head. Where’s a royal protection officer when you need one? Meanwhile, an explosion of white feathers on a young girl could look sweet, but the sweep of felt underneath is
harsh and looks like it is sawing Princess Eugenie's head in two, right


Considering Treacy charges around £2,000 for a wisp of straw and a silk camellia, you would think he would make sure they flattered the faces beneath them, but in this very modern case of the Emperor’s new clothes, it appears that women are prepared to pay the blonde son of a Galway baker a fortune for the privilege of being made to look foolish in a fascinator.


LEFT: Is it wise for Tara Palmer-Tomkinson to draw attention toher new nose with this harsh bluearrow which cuts her face in twoand points straight at those cocaine-ravaged nostrils?


If you’re a glamorous, angular model such as Erin O’Connor, you can carry off his most demanding style, but anyone risks ridicule when she tries out a Treacy.

According to one fashion editor, the 43-year-old was ‘a genius when he started out’ in the late Eighties. He was adopted by Isabella Blow, the Tatler style editor who also championed fashion designer Alexander McQueen.


LEFT: What do you get when you cross a small cowpat with a pair of yellow butterflies, a sickly green rose and a clump of brown chicken feathers? No, I don't think SJP knew either.


But these days, respect for Treacy appears to be on the wane: ‘I think he’s not good at all any more,’ shrugs the fashion insider. ‘He’s great with his hands, and good at creating crazy architecture, but his hats go over the top for no reason.’

No doubt this is why the most over-the-top dresser of our age, the U.S. pop star Lady Gaga, is a Treacy fan and has been flirting with doing an unpaid internship with the designer.

If she does, she will learn, according to watchers, that: ‘He sits in his ivory tower and thinks whatever he does, however silly, is brilliant.’


Over-the-top: No wonder Beyonce looks a little nervous posing next to this Frosty The Snowman face-framer. The feathers look sharp enough to take one of her eyes out if Lady Gaga makes any sudden moves.


Bird-brained idea: With pheasant feathers sprouting like angry snakes from a too-small crown, this asymmetric black straw saucer manages to make Jodie Kidd's face look absolutely gigantic. A technically clever hat which, like so many of Treacy's other efforts, doesn't even attempt to make the wearer look pretty


Silliness is something Treacy is familiar with. He admits that, thanks to the poultry his mother kept at home during his childhood, there’s a chicken theme running through his creations.

This at least helps to explain what he did to poor Princess Eugenie’s head. And perhaps it was a shortage of close human collaborators that made him turn his Jack Russell, Mr Pig, into his closest friend.


RIGHT: When you are dressing someone with features as mesmeric as Sophie Dahl's, it is criminal to distract the eye with hundreds of little dots and dashes in front of her face. This hat's wearing her, not the other way round


When the dog died, Treacy held a funeral in his Belgravia home. Grace Jones sang and Kate Moss sent flowers. Every year, the Duchess of Cornwall had sent the dog a Christmas card, and after the surprising wheatsheaf halo he created for her 2005 wedding, Treacy was given an honorary OBE by Prince Charles.

But when the Prince of Wales reflects on what the mad hatter did to his nieces last week, he may be tempted to take back that gong.


Swamped: The Duchess of Cornwall shows off her deportment while balancing an upside-down jellyfish on her head. It's another example of the milliner showing off his skills and forgetting there's a face underneath


Unflattering: Why is Sophie Wessex wearing one of Shrek's molars on her head? In this instance, the pheasant feathers are useful to indicate that this is a hat. The colour is almost deliberately ugly

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Internet virals of White House bunker...

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Royal bridesmaid Grace van Cutsem has been inserted into the picture behind the table


When she clutched her ears to block out the noise on the Buckingham Palace balcony, Grace van Cutsem unwittingly became the focal point of one of the iconic images of the year.

So it should come as no surprise that with the announcement of Bin Laden's death her image would be used in comedy virals about his demise that are sweeping the internet.

In the photo of Barack Obama and his national security team watching the assault unfold there she is propped up on the desk of the situation room, hands covering her ears.


Princess Beatrice's wedding fascinator makes not one but eight appearances


With an election looming next next year, some people have remarked that the death of Bin Laden could be a welcome boost for Obama's campaign



Jersey Shore star The Situation makes an appearance in the Situation Room


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Corrie's Helen Flanagan goes back to her roots as she struggles to maintain peroxide blonde crop

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Bombshell: Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan's transformative peroxide blonde crop is growing out already


When she dyed her hair peroxide blonde, Helen Flanagan perhaps didn't think about how much maintenance the new 'do would require.

The 20-year-old actress, who plays Rosie Webster in Coronation Street, stepped out in Manchester today with her dark roots clear to see.

However, Flanagan seemed either unaware or unconcerned about her faux pas as she enjoyed the sunshine while shopping in the city centre.


In the pink: Flanagan appears to be enjoying the sunshine in Manchester City Centre during her three-month break from Coronation Street


Flanagan looked in good spirits as she strolled around, wearing a Noddy T-shirt bearing the slogan 'King of the Road' teamed with black jeans and a pair of huge sunglasses with bright pink flip-flops.

Following her transformation last month, a spokesperson for the actress told MailOnline: 'Helen has had the same hairstyle and colour for many years, and decided the time was right for a big transformation.

'She is absolutely thrilled with her new hairstyle and how it has made her feel.'

Flanagan's new look came during her three-month break from ITV soap Corrie to concentrate on her personal life.


King of the road: Helen was very dressed down compared to her normal glamorous self, right, and wore a Noddy T-shirt


After seeing her 'do for the first time, a spokesperson for the programme said they would be thinking of ways to write in the makeover upon her return.

The spokesperson said: 'We love Helen's look and knew she was having it done. It will be mentioned in some way on her return.'

One of the main reason's for Flanagan's break from the show was to concentrate on her relationship with footballer Scott Sinclair.

However, the 22-year-old striker has yet to comment on his girlfriend's new look.
Scott currently resides in Swansea after signing a three-year deal with Swansea in August.


Screen star: Flanagan as Rosie Webster in a scene from Coronation Street with Ryan Thomas


Helen Flanagan, Coronation Street - January 20th, 2011



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