‘The X Factor’ USA: Demi Lovato returning for season 3

As if there was ever really any doubt on this, it’s now official: Demi Lovato is going to be bringing her talents back to “The X Factor” for the show’s third season.

While season 2 was not the most well-reviewed out of all the singing shows, Demi was a bright spot on the panel: she was funny, encouraging, and really gave the place a youthful energy alongside Simon Cowell. While the show had lower ratings than either “American Idol” or “The Voice,” its contestants this past season (Carly Rose Sonenclar, Emblem3, Fifth Harmony) all seem to have a much more active internet following than anyone from this current season of “American Idol.” She also helped to create some spark to balance out the rather unfortunately and bland performance of Britney Spears, who was universally panned as a judge and ended up quitting the show after the season.

In a statement, here is what Lovato had to say about the news:

“I am so excited to return as a judge and mentor on The X Factor,” added Lovato in a statement. “Last season was an unbelievable experience and I really enjoyed developing personal relationships with the contestants and the panel. I look forward to taking my previous experience and applying it to make this season even better!”

Meanwhile, executive producer Simon Cowell offered up the following commentary of his own about her decision:

“I couldn’t be happier that Demi wants to come back this year … She’s a superstar in her own right and was a fantastic mentor last year. Even though she can be really, really annoying – I truly enjoyed working with her and so did the artists. I’m especially pleased she’s back even during her world tour!”

What is your take on Demi’s return? If you want to hear some more “X Factor” notes pertaining to Little Mix or Emblem3, you can do so over at the link here.

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