The X Factor
Life as a Reality TV Star: Stevi Ritchie On Being An 'X Factor' Novelty Act
"There are two precious moments for me. One was when my daughter gave me a hug on stage at Wembley. The other was taking Simon Cowell to Harvester."
RIP 'X Factor UK', You Should Have Been Axed Years Ago
Simon Cowell has finally cancelled his TV relic from a bygone age.
The Re-Making of Cher Lloyd
After being taunted by the public and press for being a ‘chav’ and ‘gypsy’, the former 'X Factor' finalist speaks about her fresh start.
'The X Factor: Celebrity' Is Actually Good, Sorry
Lower stakes, a tightened format and a quietly surreal vibe mean that the celebrity edition of the talent show is its best in years.
The Sneaky Ways 'X Factor' Producers Manipulate Us
Often, before a contestant even sees the judges, their life has been mined for a sellable narrative over pure talent.
How Little Mix Mastered the Pop Machine in Seven Years
We spoke to the pop group about mega-fame, the #MeToo movement, and what it felt like getting a shit ton of money overnight.
Brian Molko Used to Piss On His Finger Before Meet and Greets
Twenty years after Placebo's first album, the frontman talks about saying no to "karaoke competitions" and giving up on being a punk.
We Need to Talk About Simon Cowell’s Jeans
They are so appalling, they are a crime. But he can pull them off.
Being Louis Tomlinson
We spoke to the former One Direction member about how he went from working class Northern lad to pop star worth £40 million.
How Leona Lewis Ushered in The X Factor’s Brief Golden Era
It's been 10 years since “Bleeding Love”—hate it or not—changed the reality TV talent show for good.
'The X Factor' Needs to Stop
The TV talent show is being potentially revamped with a new format—but its reign ended years ago.