Jennifer Lopez leaves Idol searching for two judges; Will Randy Jackson be next?

Jennifer Lopez has ended all the speculation about whether or not she would remain on American Idol for a third year. She has announced she is leaving the show.

Steven Tyler is leaving American Idol; The X-Factor may be tough competitor

Photo American Idol

There's a shake up at American Idol. One judge is gone. Rumors have it, the other two are negotiating. Will Idol start season 12 will three new judges?

THE X FACTOR open auditions in Greenboro, NC April 29-30; RI May 9

The world's only $5 million auditon is back. THE X FACTOR is searching for America's best undiscovered talent.

It's time for The X Factor auditions

THE X FACTOR is searching for America's best undiscovered talent.

The X Factor is a $5 million hit

FOX's "The X Factor" World Premiere Screening Event at the Arclight Cinerama Dome on September 14, in Hollywood, CA. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

There is no doubt, The X Factor is a hit. I wasn't disappointed with the two-hour premiere. It lives up to the hype with some amazing talent discoveries and backstories that brought me to tears.