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Sun, 2011-08-07 01:33
That's the word from "X Factor" creator Simon Cowell, who spoke to TV reporters Friday by satellite from England. Previously, Fox had announced the prize was a $5 million record contract. But Cowell said there will be a cash payment as well as recording expenses provided.
Cowell, the former "American Idol" judge, is bringing his U.K.-born show to Fox this autumn. Unlike "Idol," the contest is open to solo singers and groups, and has no upper age limit. Like "Idol," Cowell will be joined by Paula Abdul as a judge.
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