Simon Cowell leaving the American Idol

Simon Cowell announced that he no longer be a judge for the show American Idol. The reason, he wanted to focus on a new talent contest show called The X Factor.

If so, then the American Idol season 9 this year became the last appearance of the most respected judges because of the comments that spiciness. "The X Factor will be launched in 2011, then it is my last appearance on American Idol," Cowell said as quoted by People.

In the event The X Factor will be launched in the UK, Cowell sits as an executive producer and jury. Just like his position on American Idol. Partner in American Idol, Paula Abdul, had already resigned and was replaced by Ellen DeGeneres.

Responding to the question of whether Paula will he also recruited as a juror in this new show, Cowell said only: "I admire Paula. Whatever happens, I will work with him in some capacity. Because I miss him," she said.