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Now it's Celebrity X Factor

SET TO RETURN: Sharon Osbourne

The one-off event will feature judges Simon Cowell, Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh.

It will follow the same format as the X Factor with under 25s, over 25s and group categories.

But this time, show bosses will put different celebrities together to make up the groups.

The show, with Kate Thornton as host, will run on consecutive nights this spring.

Success

ITV's Director of Entertainment and Comedy Paul Jackson said: "The X Factor was a runaway success and united the nation in debates over the rights and wrongs of who got voted each week.

"We are in discussions with celebrities right now but are keeping some of the elements of the show under wraps.

"The judges won't know who they are mentoring until the shows start - and then the gloves are off!

"It will be a huge treat for viewers to see the celebrities under pressure from Simon Cowell, who, as we know, is honest and direct - he certainly doesn't mince his words."

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