Britney Spears joins X Factor US

Britney Spears joins Demi Lovato as the brand new judges on X Factor U.S, replacing Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger.

The pair join Simon Cowell and LA Reid from the first series of the show.

An excited Britney told an audience at the reveal:

"I couldn't be more excited to join The X Factor judging panel. I'm a huge fan of the show and now I get to be a part of the action. Simon and LA better watch out!"

The Toxic singer is rumoured to be getting £10million for her appearance, whereas Lovato has re-arranged her tour around filming the show and pockets only £1million.

An excited Lovato said:

"I'm so thrilled to join this legendary group of judges. To be able to spend each week with Simon, LA and Britney watching the best that America has to offer is truly a dream come true."

Awwwwr.  So what does Simon have to say about it all?

"I'm absolutely delighted Britney and Demi are joining us.

"Britney remains one of the biggest stars in the world, she's talented, fascinating - and I believe she knows exactly how to spot The X Factor.

"Demi's had an amazing career in music, TV and film for someone her age. She's young, confident, and enthusiastic. I think it's really important that she speaks to our younger audience.

"The new panel will be dynamic and will work really well with the changes we are making to the show."

Will you be watching?  Does this panel beat our own? Has The Voice UK beaten them both?