X-Factor Is X-Flopping In America

Ratings Are Half What 'American Idol' Pulled In

X-Factor cast

In spite of the fact "American Idol" ratings have been steadily declining since 2008, former talent judge Simon Cowell's new show, "X-Factor" fared even worse in its U.S. debut, with half the ratings of its predecessor. Has the world had its fill of bad, cheesy karaoke music and mean judges that know nothing about music and real talent (See: Simon Cowell arrogantly failing to spot Jennifer Hudson's talent, then making the same mistake again with Susan Boyle).

Simon Cowell's new face

Even in light of all the publicity stunts Cowell engaged in to launch "X-Factor" coupled with a tremendous amount of costly advertising and a new plastic surgery issued face (which looks painful, might I add) it has greatly underperformed (both the show and his face). The byproducts of these shows inevitably end up being soulless, derivative music the public can do without.

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Jennifer Hudson Vows To Be A Good Mother

Jennifer Hudson has said that she aims to raise her child the same way her late mother raised her.

The Oscar-winning actress, whose mother was murdered two years ago, gave birth to David Jnr back in August 2009. She and partner WWE star David Otunga,are both first time parents. Jennifer says she hopes she can love her child the same way her mother loved her:

"My wish is to be at least half as good as my mother was, as patient and as loving as she was, and to just give that to my son."

The actress/singer also talked about her massive weight loss after giving birth to David. She's now the new face of Weight Watchers, Jennifer admits she didn't know so many people were watching her lose the weight:

"I didn't realise that so many people were watching me or that so many people were interested .Now people come up to me saying, 'You've inspired me', and I'm like, 'Wow'."

Hudson is a seriously busy mommy! She's starring as Winnie Mandela in the upcoming biopic based on her life.

Oscars Red Carpet - Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson is looking stunnning tonight!

The singer/actress is wearing a Versace gown with a high ponytail, the first of the night. Red seems to be a trending colour at the moment!

Grammy Line Up Revealed!

I'm so excited for this Sunday! As well as the BAFTA's taking place in London, The Grammys are taking place in the US!

In honour of Aretha Franklin, some singress will tackle some of her greatest hits. Sources say that Christina Aguilera, Martina McBride, Yolanda Adams, Jennifer Hudson and Florence Welch will all be belting out some tunes in a tribute to the Queen of Soul.

An insider says:

"The Staples Center rafters rattled as the group belted out "Natural Woman," before each diva took on their own Franklin tune. Aguilera went first with "Ain't No Way," McBride was up next with "Until You Come Back to Me," Welch followed with "Think," Jennifer Hudson tackled the iconic "Respect" and Adams rounded things out with "Spirit in the Dark." The ladies all closed with the empowering "Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves."

The event is scheduled to take place Sunday, February 13 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live at 8 p.m. on CBS. This year's Grammys will include a host of celebrity presenters including Eva Longoria, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Clay Matthews, Matthew Morrison, Ryan Seacrest, Jason Segel and will.i.am.


Can't wait!



PS!!

Jennifer Hudson is set to play Aretha in the movie about her life, so this will be good practice!