At a Television Critic's Association press conference today FOX announced that Simon Cowell would be leaving "American Idol" at the end of the ninth season to bring "The X-Factor" to the States.
For the uninitiated "The X-Factor" is a singing competition in the style "Idol" except that the contestants are split into four categories, boys, girls, over 25s and groups, and mentored by the judges.
The show is a huge hit in the UK and its biggest star discovery so far is Leona Lewis. The format also allows the competitors to perform with stage effects and backup dancers, giving the audience more of a production.
Like its predecessor "Pop Idol," "American Idol" is beginning to feel a bit predictable and staged, so transitioning to "The X-Factor" like they did in England seems the next natural step.
I'm a huge fan of "American Idol" and can't wait for its premiere tomorrow night, but I love "X-Factor" and the news that it will finally be in America is thrilling.
I also don't think "Idol" can survive without Simon. Oh sure people will still watch but there will be a giant hole in the show because Simon is irreplaceable.
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