Cheryl Cole Confirmed as 'X Factor' Judge

Cheryl Cole is one of the judges on The X Factor‘s judging panel, JustJared.com can confirm.

The 27-year-old entertainer, who was also a judge on the UK version of the show, will join Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid, and another yet-to-be-named judge on the X Factor panel.

“I’m thrilled for Cheryl. She is massively excited about this show, and has been fantastic to work with,” Simon said in a statement to JustJared.com. “She is also a complete brat! Most importantly, this girl can spot talent.”

“I’m so excited to be taking part in the American version of The X Factor,” Cheryl added. “I absolutely love it here in the U.K., and with the talent they have out in America, I’m sure we’re going to find someone very special. I can’t wait to get started.”