Tulisa Contostavlos was the youngest X factor judge judge during her time on the show in 2011 and 2012. Heart Little Mix went on to be one of the most successful groups to ever win the competition.

What happened to Nick Grimshaw on X Factor?

Radio 1 Breakfast Show host Nick Grimshaw joined real-life best friend Rita on the judging panel in 2015. His time on the show came to an end following his somewhat-reserved and underwhelming stint as a judge. For the fourth series, American choreographer and backing dancer Brian had a stint as an X factor judge.

When did Cheryl Fernandez-Versini become a judge on The X Factor?

Cheryl (then with the surname Cole) was a judge from 2008 – 2011. She then returned in 2014 and 2015 as Cheryl Fernandez-Versini (though she would go by just Cheryl following her split from her ex-husband).

Who is The X Factor judge for series 4?

For the fourth series, American choreographer and backing dancer Brian had a stint as an X factor judge. However, he was swapped out for Louis Walsh after a few episodes. The US star was given the title of Creative Director instead, a move he has since said was planned all along.

How does The X Factor work in the UK?

The first series of The X Factor began in the UK September 2004 and has been a smash hit ever since. A panel of expert judges from the music industry preside over initial auditions, with audience votes coming into play during later live shows featuring the selected contestants in four distinct categories, one assigned to each of the four judges.

Are Robbie Williams and Ayda Field going to be X Factor judges?

Rumour mills were working overtime with reports that Robbie Williams and Ayda Field were going to be X factor judges. And the news was of course confirmed in July 2018. The ‘Rock DJ’ hitmaker Robbie and his glamourous wife are close friends with Cowell, having lived as neighbours in L.A.