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Rumour: X Factor revamp?

New host? New judges? Seven may be looking to re-energise a key brand.

Luke, DanniiThe X Factor could have a new host this year if a media article today proves to be accurate, with suggestions Luke Jacobz could be replaced for season 7.

An unnamed source tells News Corp Jacobz is “the weakest link” and “stilted” on the show, a rather harsh review. Jacobz may deliver an unsurprising performance each week but he’s also been very dependable and loyal to the show, including stepping in at the last minute to replace a sacked Matthew Newton.

Auditions begin in April but Jacobz reps confirm he is heading over to LA to explore opportunities in the US -it is not a permanent move.

Bigger questions surround the judging panel which will surely be due for a revamp in 2015.

Time to move on the Foo factor please…

20 Responses

  1. I don’t see what is wrong with Luke on the show, I think he does his job well – he hosts and doesn’t want to be the star.

    As for judging panel, really hope they don’t get rid of Nat. Like her solo music but haven’t always been impressed with her choices on the show. Last year with Dean was excellent, could totally see the connection, sad they didn’t get a win

  2. @adzg

    Murs would be a great judge as he’s a product if the X Factor brand. They’d have to choose only one of Ronan and Gary, but both are good in my opinion. If they could somehow lure Demi Lovato who used to judge the U.S. version, they’d do incredibly well, as she has a loyal fan base and is great on the show.

  3. Host/s – Edwina or Jason Dundas perhaps? Or maybe both!
    Judges – I’m thinking some bigger international names are on the way. Kesha would be great to bring the crazy on the live shows and she was Nat’s guest judge a few years ago. But please…get rid of Foo!

  4. Would like to see Tina Arena replace Nat, think she would be good, Redfoo not really sure about him, but think Ronan should stay as he seems a very fair and constructive judge and knows his music, Danni is OK, but not sure if Luke should be replaced but if so who would they replace him with?

  5. @Loz

    Actually there was only ever one series of The X Factor on Ten. It failed miserably.

    I actually like Luke as host. If he is replaced i hope its with someone with experience. Edwina Bartholomew would be a perfect fit. I am not a fan of Daniel McPherson so i hope its not him.

    As for the judging panel it is time for a shake up. Nat Bass might be the only remaining original judge to stay. She was actually really good last year and i have been a critic of her in previous years. I’d love to see Jessica Mauboy as judge. Pink would be awesome too. I do like the mix of having 2 international judges and 2 local ones.

  6. I also think Daniel Macpherson would be an excellent host though I doubt they’d have him hosting both shows. He’s proven his live skills numerous times.

  7. @John Jackson there was a series of X Factor on 10? Nooooooo… I don’t believe it. Next you’ll be telling me a Group won that one, even though the judges keep saying a group hasn’t won the X Factor.

    Revamp is definitely needed, 4 fresh judges, maybe a co-host for Luke instead of a replacement?

  8. I would really like to see a better mix of judges. Yes, have a couple of current hot artists but mix it with a few old heads like Marcia Hines or Colleen Hewitt. Definitely would go with Daniel McPherson. He has more personality and can ad lib. I think they could also get Nat to host it. She is a big personality and did a great job hosting SYTYCD.

  9. Dannii needs to stay, Redfoo can go, Natalie is great but seems to be unpopular, and Ronan I think wants to leave anyway.

    As long as they don’t get Guy Sebastian back, or Darren Hayes who both have egos the size of Uluru, I’m fine with whoever they choose.

  10. Just read the news corp piece. Whilst I don’t mind Luke, I love the thought of Daniel Macpherson hosting. He’d be able to compare and see the differences first hand with the show now and way back when he hosted the first series for 10.

  11. I would miss luke, too many other hosts try to make themselves the star. Luke does his job well.

    As for the judges, natalie has become my favourite, Dannii talks too much and drones on, the foo novelty has worn off, Ronan is great, but replaceable and the show needs a big refresh.

  12. I think 7 have proved themselves to be the champions of tweeking an old format and breathing new life into a tired format.

    Except for The Mole, of course…

  13. I do think Luke Jacobz seems like a nice guy and appears to build good relationships with the contestants but as a host I have to agree he is very stilted and unoriginal. I feel like every single word he says is completely scripted, there’s just no spontaneity. I have mentioned before on here that I think Dan McPherson is a quality host when he does DWTS. I wonder if other people on here have any good suggestions?

  14. A somewhat reliable source at 7 informs me that Ricki-Lee is being suggested as a mentor for 2015. Whether she replaces Foo or Nat Bass I don’t know… watch this space I guess!

  15. Bit harsh re Jacobs as you said. He’s hardly a fantastic host but does the job. As far as I’m concerned the role is not that important either.

    Main focus for the show should be to get in some new judges. Probably get rid of at least 3. Ronan and Nat definitely need to go. I’d probably get rid of Redfoo too although I do like him but publicity for him lately has been really negative. I’m undecided whether Dani should go.

  16. I like Luke Jabobz, he’s the best host on any of these kinds of shows IMO. Much better than the guy on The Voice. Hope they keep him. Definitely time for a refresh of the judging panel tho

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