HUMILIATED X Factor favourite Cheryl Cole could make a sensational comeback to the show.

ITV chiefs hope Cheryl Cole will help her replacement Tulisa Contostavlos at the judges’ houses phase of The X Factor.

The nation’s sweetheart was left without a judging spot on both the US and British shows after her move to America ended in tears.

But she could make a ratings-winning return this year if N-Dubz star Tulisa and show chiefs get their way.

Our X Factor source revealed: “Producers are desperate to bring Cheryl back in some way or another.

“One option being discussed is for her to come back for the judges’ homes week.

“Theoretically, she could help out Gary Barlow or Tulisa because she is good friends with them both. But the general consensus is that Tulisa would be better.”

Telly bosses talked about bringing her in as a fifth judge for the live semi-final and final but that position will now go to boss Simon Cowell, 51.

But bigwigs are determined to entice Cheryl, 28, back. Tulisa, 23, has now become the obvious choice after N-Dubz were banned from appearing because they bad-mouthed the talent contest.

Our insider added: “Cheryl has already been offered the chance to come back and mentor the contestants during the live rounds.

“There’s also talk she could perform with one of the contestants for the grand final.

“Cheryl basically has any option to return she wants, apart from as a judge. The theory behind helping Tulisa pick her contestants is that it would show the nation Cheryl isn’t bitter about Tulisa replacing her on the panel.”

Beyoncé has already agreed to help out ex-Destiny’s Child band mate Kelly Rowland. JLS or Jedward are being lined up to help Louis Walsh and it is rumoured Gary will be joined by someone from Take That.

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Cheryl Cole’s fine

YOU’VE probably been reading a lot of stories in the papers about Cheryl being in hiding and down in the dumps but I’d just like fans to know that I’ve been speaking to her and she’s fine. Cheryl’s had a lot to deal with over the years, both personally and health-wise, so all the current press stories aren’t going to be a huge deal for her.
The good thing is she’s back here for a while with her family and friends. She’s got Will.i.am too, he’s a good friend and he’s totally got her back, which is great. I’m very protective of Cheryl and I’m a firm believer in what is meant to be will be and, from a selfish point of view, I’m glad I can pop round again for a cup of tea!

Congratulations Olly Murs and Caroline Flack!

CONGRATULATIONS to Olly Murs and Caroline Flack who landed the jobs as The Xtra Factor presenters.
It’ll be interesting to see how their chemistry works out. I can’t tell you how many people have come up to me and assumed I was presenting the show, usually these things don’t come out of nowhere so I might have been considered.

I think it would’ve been fun but I couldn’t have seen myself doing it with Olly as it would have been two singers and it’s a presenting job at the end of the day.

Nadine’s split

Last week i was so sad to hear that Nadine had split from Jason (Bell). I’ll definitely get in touch with her and see if she’s alright. They’ll remain friends and it was amicable but its always sad, especially as they were engaged. Nadine is a strong person and a strong woman in relationships so i know she’ll be okay.

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Cheryl Cole has been ‘sacked’ from The US X Factor, its been reported.

News broke late last night on TMZ.com and word quickly spread around Twitter and other news sources that Cheryl had been dropped from the show and will be replaced by ex-”Pussycat Dolls” member Nicole Scherzinger.

TMZ reports the reasons for the sacking, was that there was a “lack of chemistry” with fellow judge Paula Abdul and producers were worried about her accent.

Cheryl fans have taken to twitter in support of Cheryl to come back to the UK.

One Cheryl fanpage @UltimateCheryl had a reply from Cheryl’s PR but the reply was quickly deleted. Here’s what it said:

RT @supersonicpr: @UltimateCheryl We’ve told Cheryl how much support she is getting from her soldiers. Thank you all.

A premature reply before a statement maybe? Either way, this reply is pretty much a confirmation to us, that the reports are true.

However, there has been no official statement from FOX or Cheryl’s management to make it 100% official.

Cheryl didn’t disappoint yesterday as she made her debut in America as a US X Factor judge.

She arrived at the LA auditions in a seventies-inspired outfit of purple Diane von Furstenberg flares, tangerine Oscar de la Renta blouse and bright turquoise belt. She teamed her look with a back-combed bouffant hairstyle.

Cheryl did a round of press interviews before posing for photos outside the Galen Center in Los Angeles.

Paula Abdul also joins the panel, and very excitedly tweeted a picture of her and Cheryl backstage:

@PaulaAbdul: Pic of me & Cheryl Cole http://ow.ly/i/bknr Gotta tell you about Cheryl- ‘The Fierce’ is STRONG w/ this one!

The live auditions of The US X Factor are happening in Los Angeles (last day today) Chicago, Newark, Miami, Dallas and Seattle.
If your lucky enough to live in one of those cities and want to go along, check [HERE] for details.

For the US version of The X Factor, there will be no ‘Xtra Factor’ episodes. However they have made a website for all extra gossip www.xfactorxtra.com

See below for the forum links to view over 200 pictures of Cheryl arriving and also some press videos.

200+ Pictures | Download videos of Cheryl arriving

In it, he says Paula Abdul, Antonio ‘LA’ Reid and Cheryl Cole will join him as judges on the talent show, which is set to begin later this year.

Defending his choice of the Girls Aloud singer, who is relatively unknown stateside and whose accent Deadline.com describes as “incomprehensible”, Cowell claims she is “special”.

“She’s a great judge. She’s smart. It’s just a hunch. If people take to her like the British public did, I think she’s going to do really well in America,” he adds.

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Simon Cowell’s representative came out firing in response not long after the news broke, claiming nothing is set in stone and those two ladies were just a few possibilities among many.

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GIRLS Aloud’s Kimberley Walsh is set to host the Xtra Factor after Konnie Huq was a ratings flop.

Bandmate Cheryl Cole, 27, put in a good word for Kim on hearing ITV were struggling to replace former Blue Peter star Konnie – who confirmed last month she was leaving the X Factor spin-off show.

TV chiefs were impressed when they watched a show reel of Kim’s presenting skills on new music comedy show Suck My Pop on digital channel Viva.

Yesterday an ITV insider said: “Kimberley is the girl X Factor bosses want for the job.

“She has all the right ingredients – she looks great, she’s feisty, can hold her own and, most ­importantly, has been a success in the music industry. Cheryl gave producers a glowing reference telling them she would be brilliant for the show.”

Kim, 29, has already impressed ­during guest stints on X Factor, where she helped Cheryl pick winners Alexandra Burke, 22, and 19-year-old Joe McElderry.

Other names in the frame for the job are TV presenter Jeff Brazier, 31, Dancing on Ice star Laura Hamilton, 29, and MTV host Emma Willis, 35.

But ITV chiefs are thought to have their hearts set on Kimberley.

The source added: “Kimberley is the frontrunner and is in final talks. It is virtually a done-deal.”

An X Factor spokesman said last night: “No decision has been made. Several names are in the hat.”

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Former Def Jam label boss, L.A. Reid was announced as the second judge on the US X Factor a few weeks ago an now he’s revealed that Cheryl Cole has landed another of the coveted panel spots.

For months now, speculation as to whether or not Cheryl would land a role on the show has been growing and now it seems as though a decision has been made.

It was thought that Cheryl could miss out on the job as it was widely reported that FOX network bosses didn’t think the Promise This star had a high enough profile in the US. However, it looks like the Geordie beauty won them over.

L.A. Reid reportedly told The Mirror: “We’re gonna compete against American Idol just fine. I’m very confident. But along with Simon Cowell and Cheryl, I don’t know who the other judge is.”

A source told the Sunday People: “Doubts over Cheryl’s profile seem to have been dismissed by the reaction to her from people turning up.”

They also added: “Fox TV bigwigs dropped many of their objections to her having a judging slot… They were really impressed by how popular she already is. That clinched it for her.”

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Is this just a misquote or slip of the tongue? Are you happy or sad that Cheryl could be going to US?

Bosses of the UK version of the TV show have made the Geordie a huge offer to stay – they are prepared to double her pay.

That would make her the highest-earning woman on telly.

It is a nice predicament for the singer – either way she’s going to get a big fat cheque out of it.

A source said: “Cheryl is being tempted with a bigger salary and if she takes it then it won’t look like she’s failed in the US.

“ITV are in turmoil about the UK version as everything is still up in the air.

“They know by keeping Cheryl half of their problems will be solved. She’s still the biggest advertising draw.

“But, of course, if she does get the US job she’ll take it like a shot.”

A final decision about whether she will join SIMON COWELL and LA REID on the US X Factor panel will be made this month.

NICOLE SCHERZINGER, NICKI MINAJ, PAULA ABDUL and MARIAH CAREY have all been tapped up for the gig.

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The News of the World says Cowell and Cole, tipped to work together on his US version of the show, have told ITV bosses that they would not have the time to appear on both programmes.

Cowell is quoted by “a friend” as saying: “I’m committed to the American show and I’m not going to do both.”

A source told the paper: “Simon would have to produce two big shows at the same time and he and Cheryl would have to mentor and judge acts in both countries. It would just be too much for them.”

Cowell appeared to say last week in a US interview that he would still appear on both shows.

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Cheryl Cole has reportedly snubbed former The X Factor contestants Alexandra Burke and Olly Murs , by asking not to be seated with them at The 2011 BRIT Awards next month.

According to the Daily Star, Chezza has requested to be sat separately from the XF alumni because she wants to be recognised as a “successful solo artist” and not just a talent show judge who is pals with Simon Cowell.

The Girls Aloud singer, who has been nominated for two gongs at the star-studded bash, is said to have made it clear that she wants to be acknowledged for her music and for being a star in her own right.

A BRITs source told the newspaper: “Cheryl has had a fantastic year professionally. And quite rightfully she would love to be recognised for her musical achievements solely. She’s made it clear she would prefer not to be with the X Factor stars.”

“Cheryl doesn’t mean to be picky but she’s asked not to be seated at the same table as Alexandra Burke or Olly Murs. She wants to walk down the red carpet by herself and be pictured by herself as a solo musician. She is a true star.”

The insider added: “She loves Alexandra and is very proud of Olly but would prefer not to be grouped with the X Factor crew so she can be set apart and treated as a performer.”

“The public are so fascinated and obsessed with her love life and personal issues they forget how hard she works on her albums.”

Chezza is set to do battle with Olly and Alexandra in the Best British Single category, as well as being nominated for the Best British Female Artist accolade at the prestigious ceremony on 15th February.

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