Simon Cowell Leaving 'American Idol'

Cowell will make his exit after season nine to judge and executive-produce a U.S. version of 'The X Factor.'By Gil Kaufman Simon Cowell Photo: Brian Ach/ WireImage After months of rumors and speculation, it was confirmed Monday (January 11) that "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell will leave the judges' panel of America's most popular TV show to launch the American version of his other talent show, "The X Factor." In a press release, Fox announced that "The X Factor" will launch in th...

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