Simon Cowell scraps The X Factor: All Stars

We were looking forward to this...

Simon Cowell

by William Marriott |
Updated on

After we were hyped over the news that Simon Cowell was bringing back X Factor: Celebrity, which is now in full swing, as well as an All Stars series of the show, our run up to Christmas was looking very cosy.

However, the music mogul has now revealed X Factor: All Stars has been AXED, with X Factor: The Band taking it's place. The show's aim will be to find a new boyband and girl band.

Simon Cowell
©Getty Images

Yet four people who may not be happy about the decision is Little Mix, who have also just announced their own BBC One talent show The Search, with the premise of finding the next big band.

And it's looking even worse as they're both set to air at the same time...

CHECK OUT: The official X Factor: Celebrity line-up

Gallery

Celebrity X Factor Line-Up RADIO STACKED

Megan McKenna1 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Megan McKenna

Reality star Megan McKenna has ditched her reality roots in recent years to focus on her music career, releasing a country album called 'Story Of Me' in 2018. Will she impress the judges?

Jenny Ryan2 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Jenny Ryan

As well as her recent appearance on Celebrity MasterChef, The Chase legend Jenny Ryan showcased her singing talents.

Max and Harvey3 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Max and Harvey

British lads Max and Harvey have enjoyed a massive rise in fame thanks to the app musical.ly. Although they've both been performing since they were kids, the duo have now performed to massive crowds across the world.

V54 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

V5

Social media stars Sofia, Alondra, Laura, Wendii and Natalie have joined forces to create girl group V5.

Kevin McHale5 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Kevin McHale

American actor Kevin McHale is no stranger to the music world! Kevin appeared on hit show Glee as Artie Abrams, before landing a music deal with Universal Music Group. Unfortunately, he lost his place on the show in Week 4.

Try Stars6 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Try Stars

Rugby stars Thom Evans, Ben Foden and Levi Davis have all teamed up to create a Sports Supergroup called Try Stars. Sadly, they left the competition in Week 5 with Vinnie Jones.

Vinnie Jones7 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Vinnie Jones

After initially pulling out of the show following the tragic death of his wife Tanya in July, Vinnie Jones was invited to the live shows by Simon Cowell, with the former footballer saying, "I'd be honoured, she would love me to do it." Sadly, he left the competition in Week 5 with Try Stars.

Hayley Hasselhoff8 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Hayley Hasselhoff

David Hasselhoff's 27-year-old daughter Hayley was sent packing after her audition. Hayley failed to impress her mentor Louis Walsh, meaning she didn't make it to the live shows.

Cole and Edwards9 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Cole and Edwards

Former Strictly dancer Brendan and former Holby City actor Jeremy were also sent home after their initial audition, failing to impress mentor Simon Cowell.

Ricki Lake10 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Ricki Lake

Ricki Lake lost her place on the show when she received the lowest votes from the public during the first live show.

Olivia Olson11 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Olivia Olson

Despite Simon Cowell telling her she could 'win' the show, Love Actually actress Olivia Olson was sent home during the first live show.

Jonny Labey12 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Jonny Labey

Despite getting a 'safe seat' during the first live show, former EastEnders actor Jonny Labey was given the boot in Week Two.

Victoria Ekanoye13 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Victoria Ekanoye

After quitting Coronation Street in January this year, soap star Victoria Ekanoye landed a role on Celebrity X Factor, but her time on the show was cut short when she was voted out in the second live show.

No Love Lost14 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

No Love Lost

Despite singing some of their original songs on the show, Love Island stars Samira Mighty, Eyal Booker, Zara McDermott and Wes Nelson were given the boot during the third live show.

Martin Bashir15 of 15
CREDIT: u00a9 ITV Pictures

Martin Bashir

After forgetting his lyrics the week before, the third live show proved the end for broadcasting legend Martin Bashir.

Speaking of the potential friction, after Little Mix split from Simon's management earlier this year, the 60-year-old told The Sun he came up with the show's premise first.

He said: “This is what really happened. I was approached to co-produce that show last year by Little Mix’s management.

“I told them the problem was we have a conflict of interest because we are launching X Factor The Band in 2020. We were told their show was going to launch in 2021."

Little Mix
©Getty Images

“Then we had the fallout and find out Little Mix were bringing their show forward. Was that intentional because we are doing our show? I have no idea.

“But regardless, it was too much fun not to do this year. I would rather it was us doing it first.

“It 100 per cent makes it more exciting there being a battle."

NOW WATCH: DON'T ask them to sing the Love Island theme song. The Islanders play 'Never Mind The Lyrics'

READ MORE news

Simon Cowell ‘does a Coleen Rooney’ to find out who leaked birthday plans

Megan McKenna ‘dumps ex-con boyfriend’ to concentrate on winning The X Factor: Celebrity

Katie Price claims Simon Cowell fancies her as she rages at X Factor: Celebrity snub

Simon's comments come after he hit back at rumours over his health and the state of his Syco business.

He said, “When I cancelled my birthday party it was written I was in some sort of crisis mode. You know what? I can do a birthday party at the end of the year.

“I wanted to make this week’s show better and that means you’ve got to roll your sleeves up and put in a lot of work. But it’s been great fun.”

And when discussing his health he said, “I’m OK. I swear to God I’m having the time of my life. It reminds me of when we first started. People have just got bored of the obvious thing to do. I’m happy that we took that risk."

If you love Little Mix and and Lewis Capaldi wrap your lugholes around heat Radio. Listen now.

Just so you know, whilst we may receive a commission or other compensation from the links on this website, we never allow this to influence product selections - read why you should trust us