Enrique Iglesias May Join Simon Cowell for ‘X Factor’

By Michael Lopez

As former American Idol meanie Simon Cowell prepares for his new FOX music competition, The X Factor, rumor has it that he may snag singing sensation Enrique Iglesias as one of the show's judges.

Iglesias doesn't exactly need the exposure — his Euphoria album went double platinum and several new singles, including “I Like It,” have topped the Billboard Dance charts. But, as new Idol judges J. Lo and Steven Tyler, have already proven, joining a top-rated reality show can help generate new fans. Jennifer’s "On The Floor" video was seen by more than 20 million viewers.

Will The X Factor generate the same kind of ratings as Idol? International versions of the series have done incredibly well in England, France and Spain. Plus, its inclusion of both bands and solo singers will help broaden its fan base. Enrique hasn’t “officially” been offered the gig yet, but we'll be watching to see what he does.

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Tags American Idol, Enrique Iglesias, Hot Stuff, Simon Cowell, Television, The X Factor