Robbie Williams Won’t Commit To Being ‘X Factor’ Judge
Monday, 28 March 2011
Written by James Conlon
Robbie Williams has turned down an offer to become a judge on the upcoming UK series of ‘The X Factor’, according to reports. The singer was offered the chance to replace Simon Cowell as judge on the hit UK singing show, but is said to have refused the offer, claiming that he could not sign on for such a lengthy commitment.
The show is said to be keen to find a big-name act to fill the hole that Cowell has left after pledging his commitment to the US version of 'The X Factor'. Williams already expressed his appreciation for the primetime show after appearing with Take That in the closing stages of the 2010 season, so was a natural choice for the producers.
It is claimed that Williams gave initial indications that he was interested in the job, however according to various sources, the singer has now decided against it.
The Metro has quoted a friend of the singer as saying: “The thing about Robbie these days is he doesn't enjoy the attention which comes with a showbiz lifestyle. He turns down so many public appearances - stuff worth millions every year. He just doesn't need it. 'X Factor’ lasts for three months and that's too lengthy a commitment.”
As of yet none of the judges from the 2010 season of the show have confirmed that they will be returning, with Dannii Minogue and Louis Walsh still said to be waiting on contract offers from the show’s producers.
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