Simon Cowell « CBS Los Angeles

"American Idol"'s Ryan Seacrest will have to say "So long, Dawg." Randy Jackson has announced this season will be his last. (credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images Entertainment)

Randy Jackson Announces He’s Leaving ‘American Idol’

Randy Jackson out.

2013/05/09

Does Judging ‘Idol’ or ‘The Voice’ Help or Hurt Artists’ Careers?

Welcome to Jukebox Jury, our new music debate show where experts face off and a jury of fans decides the winner. THE CASE: Last week, American Idol returned with a whimper instead of the bang […]

2013/01/22

Britney Spears Leaving ‘X Factor’ After 1 Season

Britney Spears said Friday she has made the “difficult decision” to leave Fox’s “The X Factor” after one season.

2013/01/11

Britney Spears performs on stage during the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards held at The Palms Hotel and Casino on September 9, 2007 in Las Vegas. (credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Britney Spears Is No Longer A ‘Factor’ On Panel

Britney Spears is out of “The X Factor” after a season in which the pop star failed to deliver a ratings boost for the singing contest, a person familiar with the show’s plans said Thursday.

2013/01/10

(credit: D Dipasupil/Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

12-Year-Old Boy Arrested In Celebrity ‘Swatting’ Incidents

A young boy was arrested for allegedly making bogus reports of violence at the homes of celebrities Justin Bieber and Ashton Kutcher.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/12/18

Simon Cowell’s Beverly Hills Home Becomes Latest Target Of ‘Swatting’

Simon Cowell has become the latest victim of what officials call “swatting” after a prankster reported a false crime at his home over the weekend.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/11/26

Khloe Kardashian Odom, Mario Lopez To Join ‘X Factor’

After weeks of speculation, Fox announced Tuesday that the “Extra” host and the “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” co-star will indeed host the second season of the talent competition.

2012/10/16

4-Legged Winner Of ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ Visits KCAL9

He flew to America on Simon Cowell’s private jet because he’s just too precious to fly in cargo. The newest winner of “Britain’s Got Talent” stopped by KCAL9 Friday, four legs and all.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2012/07/13

Paula Abdul Rejoins Simon Cowell As ‘X Factor’ Judge

A person familiar with negotiations for “The X Factor” says Paula Abdul will be the fourth judge on the new Fox singing competition.

2011/05/07

(credit: Matt Hartman of Shorealone Films)

‘X Factor’ Auditions Underway At LA Memorial Sports Arena

Auditions for a new singing competition series hosted by former “American Idol” judge Simon Cowell got underway Sunday at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena.

2011/03/27