
L.A. Reid, a judge on the “The X Factor,” is not returning to the Fox reality singing competition series next season. (Associated Press)

L.A. Reid, a judge on the “The X Factor,” is not returning to the Fox reality singing competition series next season. (Associated Press)

“Extra” host Mario Lopez will team with “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” co-star Khloe Kardashian Odom to host the second season of the Fox talent competition “The X Factor.” (Associated Press)

Khloe Kardashian Odom will co-host the second season of the Fox singing-talent show called “The X Factor.” The network said live broadcasts of “The X Factor” begin in November. (Associated Press)

“Extra” host Mario Lopez will team with “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” co-star Khloe Kardashian Odom to host the second season of the Fox talent competition “The X Factor.” (Associated Press)

Britney Spears (shown) and Demi Lovato are making an impression as judges on “The X Factor,” according to series creator Simon Cowell. Mr. Cowell, a judge on the show, said that Ms. Spears is “quite mean” and Ms. Lovato is “a brat.” (Associated Press)

Britney Spears (shown) and Demi Lovato are making an impression as judges on “The X Factor,” according to series creator Simon Cowell. Mr. Cowell, a judge on the show, said that Ms. Spears is “quite mean” and Ms. Lovato is “a brat.” (Associated Press)

"The X Factor" judge Simon Cowell said he was watching TV at home in March when he heard a crash and discovered a woman holding a brick in a bathroom. A plea agreement reached Friday means Leanne Zaloumis won't face a trial. (Associated Press)

"The X Factor" judge Simon Cowell said he was watching TV at home in March when he heard a crash and discovered a woman holding a brick in a bathroom. A plea agreement reached Friday means Leanne Zaloumis won't face a trial. (Associated Press)