Aug 17
Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Cole says she has toughened up for her role as judge in the new series of the X Factor.
This year will be the 26-year-old’s second series as a judge on the hit show, and Cheryl admitted she has found the change in format with a live audience at auditions difficult.
She said: “I’d just found my feet, and then they change the format. But i’ve really enjoyed the new process and I’m more experienced as a judge – and in saying no.
“I struggled last year in saying no to people. This year, I’m more able to say no to people that don’t have what we’re looking for.”
Last year, Cheryl won the contest with Alexandra Burke, and she is confident she can win again.
It is thought she has been given the male 16-24 category.