Simon Cowell plots X Factor reboot and lines up ex Sinitta for mystery role

Kelly Rowland isn't giving up any info! The songstress is staying tight-lipped when it comes to whether or not she's heard Beyonce's hotly anticipated new album.Rowland walked the the carpet at the premiere of at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on Monday, where she was joined by friend and actress Bresha Webb.The pair stopped to talk with ET's Kevin Frazier, and the subject of Beyonce's new album, came up.«I know you've heard Beyonce's album,» Frazier asked. «How is it?»«Ha! I don't know what you're talking about!» Rowland said, trying to stifle a smile. However, she immediately called her denial into question when she gleefully belted out the chorus to Beyonce's record-setting latest single «Break My Soul.»When asked about the possibility of dropping some sort of surprise collaboration with her longtime friend and former bandmate, Rowland emphasized, «Ain't nothing happening» while maintaining her coy smile.Beyonce's latest single — which she released on June 20, -- is the lead single from her long-awaited seventh studio album and her first solo album in six years.

This Friday, Mozzy will drop Survivor’s Guilt, an album for which he’d already released four singles before today, though he waited until this afternoon to announce its title. His last full-length, Untreated Trauma, arrived in September. Along with today’s announcement, he’s put out a fifth offering from the project.

Comedic actor and writer Brett Goldstein, known for his role of Roy Kent in Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso,” and now the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Hercules, could see these two characters he embodies being friends.After taking time to think about it, he told TheWrap that they would do so “grudgingly.”“Grudgingly,” he repeated. “After a long war.”Ahead of the 2022 Emmy’s, a majority of the “Ted Lasso” cast gathered for a green astroturf carpet and panel discussion as a part of an Apple TV+ FYC event.When asked what Roy Kent’s AFC Richmond fans would think of him being in a superhero movie, Goldstein had more to say.“I think they’d be like, at first, ‘this is an odd career choice,'” he said.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorNetflix is trying a new way to get paid by password-borrowing freeloaders.The company is rolling out an option in five Latin American countries under which customers can enable access from an additional home legitimately, for an extra monthly fee.Starting next month, Netflix will launch an “add a home” feature in Argentina, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. That will add the ability for anyone in each additional home to stream Netflix on any device, at a price lower than a full standalone membership.That comes after the streamer in March rolled out an “add extra member” feature in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, which lets customers pay a monthly fee to let individuals outside their households access Netflix.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefWanda Film, China’s largest cinema operator, has forecast a return to heavy losses for the first half of 2022. In a regulatory filing, the company warned of net losses (including non-recurring items) reaching between RMB 580 million – RMB 660 million ($85 million – $97.8 million) for the six months to June. That compares with a net profit of RMB613 million $90.8 million in the equivalent period last year.The company pointed to the impact of COVID-control measures in China, which it said caused the temporary closure of 415 of its multiplexes and led film distributors to reduce the supply of new movies to cinemas.

Less Than Jake have shared an animated music video for their latest single, ‘Fat Mike’s On Drugs (Again)’, in which they playfully make fun of the titular NOFX frontman.The video is interwoven with live shots of the ska-punk legends performing, while their animated counterparts – created by Punchline’s Chris Fafalios – provide a storyboard for Fat Mike’s past drug-fuelled antics.In the single itself – released last Friday (July 15) – Less Than Jake detail those antics further with bold brass licks and upfront lyrics: “He musta been on drugs / When he fired the Floridian / He musta been on drugs / When he wore a pink rubber dress.”Watch the video for ‘Fat Mike’s On Drugs (Again)’ below:“Just having fun with it!” Less Than Jake wrote in the video’s description. “Fat Mike is a great friend and we are all fans of NOFX.

SISTAR member Hyolyn has returned with a striking video for her latest single ‘No Thanks’.In the new visual, the K-pop veteran turns heads as she confidently struts into a neon-lit bar. She soon arrives at a pool party, where she and a team of backup dancers perform the powerful choreography to ‘No Thanks’ atop a glass platform in the middle of the pool.“Yeah, I’m cold, as you can see / But in another moment, I’ll completely melt / That’s my specialty, ice into water (water) / Why are you pretending to know me?” sings Hyolyn on the track.‘No Thanks’ is the lead single of the ex-SISTAR member’s third mini-album ‘iCE’, which arrived alongside the video yesterday (July 18).

It’s over. After less than a year of dating and almost fifteen years of friendship, Chelsea Handler and Jo Koy have called it quits. 

“Big Brother” 24 is heating up. The contestants have made their alliances and some houseguests like Pooch and Taylor quickly became targets in the house. However, a new scandal has erupted among “BB” fans, per Monsters and Critics.During the most recent “Head of Household” competition, Jasmine made some big waves.

Influencer Updates AU, a private Instagram account that boasts over 29k followers took to their Instagram stories to answer fan questions about the top earning influencers in the country.

Ashley Hume Pamela Adlon has partnered with the sustainable period underwear brand Thinx for her commercial directorial debut.The Emmy and Peabody Award-winning actress, director, producer and writer helmed a series of spots for the launch of Thinx Teens, a new line of affordable period underwear products for pre-teen and teenage consumers.Adlon’s first commercial, titled “Saved by Sister,” will premiere online and on television Tuesday. It will be followed up by the advertisement “Moon Landing” with the remaining spots to air beginning in 2023.

has paid a heartbreaking tribute to an "inspiration" after her death. Simon paid tribute as Nightbirde, a contestant on America’s Got Talent, passed away. Jane Marczewski, aka Nightbirde, died aged 31 in February.

They’ve kept everyone guessing about their upcoming wedding and until recently they hadn’t even set a date. But we can exclusively reveal that Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are aiming to tie the knot at home in September. However, their planning is based on work on their new house being finished in time – and a source claims Lauren, 44, is stressing about getting everything ready, while 62-year-old Simon “isn’t in any rush” to tie the knot.

Simon Cowell's son Eric got creative as he took on the handstand challenge with mum Lauren Silverman and Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden.The TikTok challenge involves putting one foot against the wall, spinning around, doing a handstand and then taking one foot off the wall and pointing your toe. Despite the tricky manoeuvre, Simon Cowell’s eight year old son seemed to manage the trick with ease, taking part in the challenge alongside mum Lauren Silverman, 44, presenter Amanda Holden, 51, and Amanda’s ten year old daughter Hollie.The clip was posted by Amanda, with one fan raving about how the busy mum of three has time for everything, writing: “How do you find time for everything? I’m tired watching!!” Another person added: “that’s impressive all round!”, while a third person joked: “I don't have a wall big enough.” Simon and Lauren’s son Eric - who apparently gave his dad “an earful” when he didn’t put his favourite act through on BGT - is the couple’s only child and was born in 2014.

When it comes to booking a holiday, the beautiful island of Grenada is perfect if it’s relaxation or zen you’re after. While the Caribbean island may be smaller than Scotland’s Isle of Arran, that doesn’t mean that the tropical destination isn’t bursting with things to do and see. With its cascading waterfalls, palm tree lined beaches and colourful seafront properties, it’s no surprise that the ‘Spice Island’ is a favourite among celebrities including Simon Cowell and Jennifer Lopez.

Sinitta thinks lockdown changed Simon Cowell's attitude towards marriage. The 62-year-old music mogul is engaged to Lauren Silverman - his long-time partner and the mother of his eight-year-old son Eric - and Sinitta believes lockdown has proven to be a turning point for Simon. The singer - who previously had an on-off romance with the TV star - said: "I think having a child, being a father, lockdown - it's the first time in his life he's actually been alone with his partner and in that dedicated, devoted family situation.

Mirror reports. He shared: "I think I've finally come to a point where I'm truly confident with myself. I do genuinely love myself now.

Connor Johnson, a 23-year-old street performer and surfer, was stopped midway during his “America’s Got Talent” audition.

Although the X Factor franchise is best known for bringing fun and entertainment to fans all over the world, the music competition created by Simon Cowell has also faced a lot of tragedies since its inception in 2004, including the death of former contestants and their family members.

X-Factor is rumoured to be making a return to our screens next year, Good Morning Britain announced today. Rumours about the show’s return have been rumbling since late last year, however it is yet to be confirmed by a network.

X Factor star Tom Mann has taken to Instagram with a heart-rending update following a memorial for his late fiancée, Dani Hampson.MORE: Tom Mann's friends hold emotional memorial for fiancé Danielle days after tragic deathOn Sunday, Tom took to Instagram to share a snapshot from the event, which showed 18 friends gathered in a park with picnic blankets, some with children and dogs, to remember Dani. WATCH: Olly Murs shares sweet Caroline Flack video from X Factor daysA few hours later, he once again returned to his Stories to share a new photo with his followers.READ: Simon Cowell expresses heartache after X Factor star Tom Mann's fiancée dies on wedding dayMORE: X Factor's Tom Mann's family share new details about fiancée's tragic deathThe image shows the couple sharing a kiss as they stand by the water, and Tom admitted: “There are no words to describe how much I miss you Dan.

Hit reality talent show The X Factor is reportedly set to return to our TV screens next year, almost five years after it ended. Show creator Simon Cowell is said to be in the driving seat to bring the once popular show back after “landing a big-money deal”. An industry source told the Daily Star: “It has been decided that the time is right to bring X Factor back.

X Factor contestant Tom Mann took to social media to reshare a photo from a memorial held in honour of his fiancé Danielle Hampson who tragically passed away last week.MORE: X Factor's Tom Mann's family share new details about fiancée's tragic deathThe photo, which was reshared on Tom's Stories, showed eighteen friends gathered in a park with picnic blankets, some with children and dogs, to remember their friend.WATCH: Olly Murs shares sweet Caroline Flack video from X Factor daysCaptioning the photo were the words: "Today was for our Dani," with a praying hands and a white love heart emoji.READ: Tom Mann's in-laws break silence with heart-wrenching message following daughter's tragic deathSEE: Simon Cowell expresses heartache after X Factor star Tom Mann's fiancée dies on wedding dayTom announced the devastating news on Instagram last Saturday on what was due to be the couple's wedding day. Tom shared the update with followers on InstagramHe penned: "I can't believe I am writing these words but my darling Dani - my best friend, my everything and more, the love of my life - passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning, 18th June."On what was supposed to be the happiest day of our lives ended in irreversible heartbreak.

X Factor could be set to return to our screens once more, according to a new report. The much-loved ITV singing talent show fronted by music mogul Simon Cowell, 62, hasn't been broadcast for five years. But now The Star reports that Simon is planning to revive the series in 2023 and 'recapture the magic' of the show - but it is not clear yet if it will remain at it's ITV home.

TV judge Simon Cowell is said to be planning to revive the X Factor - with hopes it would return to screens NEXT YEAR. Industry sources have alleged that the music mogul has landed a "big money deal" to re-start the popular ITV programme.