Simon Cowell says he's nervous and excited ahead of the new series of The X Factor. News that Rita Ora and Nick Grimshaw have joined the panel was confirmed this morning.
After the news broke Simon tweeted: 'The best kept secret in TV is out!! But I am really happy with the new judging line up for XFactor this year. Its going to be a lot of fun. We met a lot of people. I really believe everyone on the show this year is excited about finding someone who has star potential. We have always had great judges. And I will always be thankful for their passion and expertise. I have know idea what the show will look like but I feel both excited and nervous. It's going to be very different! Embrace the madness..'
Meanwhile Cheryl Fernandez Versini will return to the show. She reacted to the news by tweeting: 'Excited to be back on @thexfactor. Welcome to the show @ritaora and @grimmers.. And of course Cowell himself.'
Read the statements from Rita Ora and Nick Grimshaw here.
