Former X Factor judge Nick Grimshaw announced this morning that he will not be returning as a judge on the next series. This announcement comes after rumours that Simon didn’t like the radio star and felt that he was too outspoken for the show.
Speculation has already started as to who will take his place – and it looks as if the battle of the Louis’ is on!
Not only is it being rumoured that Louis Walsh is set to make a comeback, but One Direction star Louis Tomlinson is also said to be a contender. The singer made an impression when he featured on the judges houses episode of the show last season, as Simon’s guest.
A source revealed to The Irish Sun that Louis is a likely replacement: “Louis Tomlinson is very likely to replace Grimmy. He agreed in principle to the job while assisting Simon Cowell during the judges’ houses round last year.”
Meanwhile, the show’s veteran judge Louis Walsh has been on the show since it’s beginning in 2004, and fans of the show have recently had a sneaky suspicion that he will make his return and finally give the viewers what they want.
He also recently tweeted a pic with Simon – were they discussing his return?
“Simon remains very fond of Louis Walsh and came very close to bringing him back during last year’s live shows. He felt a certain something was missing on the show without him,” an insider said.
Only time will tell who will take that coveted judges seat!
