X FACTOR: All Stars is Simon Cowell's latest creation and will replace the original ITV talent show this year.

The new series will see a host of famous faces go head-to-head in the singing contest but when does it start? and who will sit on the judging panel? Here's what we know so far.

What is X Factor: All stars?

On February 14, 2019, The Sun revealed how Simon Cowell has pulled the plug on filming The X Factor in 2019 as part of a huge overhaul.

But it's not all bad news, as the series will instead be replaced with two special editions of the show.

This includes a brand new all-stars version of the show, which will see successful contestants from past X Factor shows compete to be the ultimate winner.

Louis Walsh has let slip former Coronation Street actor Shayne Ward, Leona Lewis and Alexandra Burke could take part in the series.

He told The Mirror: "I go to Los Angeles on Tuesday, I go to Simon’s house in Malibu, it’s me Simon [Cowell] and Nicole [Scherzinger] and we’re doing the celebrity one.

"It’s going to be great, and then we do the 'best of' all in one week, all the winners are coming back. Leona's coming back, Alexandra, Shayne, they’re all coming back."

When does X Factor: All Stars start?

A date is yet to be confirmed for this new spin-off show, however, Louis has hinted filming for the programme could start soon.

There is no regular X Factor this year, therefore it is likely the series will begin in the autumn of 2019.

X Factor judges Louis, Simon and Nicole Scherzinger will be sitting on the judging panel, according to the entertainment manager.

However, 2018 judges Robbie Williams, Ayda Field and Louis Tomlinson were reportedly being lined up for the new format.

Who is in the line-up of X Factor: All Stars?

The 15-year-old show has produced a string of internationally successful acts, including One Direction, Olly Murs and Little Mix.

Although the official line-up is not yet known, Louis has revealed X Factor winners Leone, Shayne and Alexandra will all be making a return to the show.

However, it's unlikely One Direction, Little Mix or Olly will make and appearance as they have all achieved international success and have pretty hectic work schedules.

When did The X Factor first launch?

The show began in 2004 and has since aired annually from September until December.

The judges on series one were Simon along with Louis and Sharon Osbourne, with Kate Thornton as host.

The first series was won by Steve Brookstein and the most recent one in 2018 saw Dalton Harris crowned winner.

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