Simon Cowell is reported to have 'secured a deal' that will see The X Factor return after five years off screen. The musical talent show, which used to appear on ITV, is now set to be broadcast by Channel 5 after Cowell reportedly inked a big money deal to get the show back on our screens.
The X Factor - which created the careers of some of the world's biggest names including Leona Lewis, One Direction and Olly Murs - received interest from 'a number of networks.' The show is reportedly set to air in late 2023.
"As soon as X-Factor was up for grabs, there was interest from a number of the networks. X-Factor is one of the most iconic shows in TV history, so it’s no surprise lots of channels were keen," a source told the Daily Star.
