Simon Cowell has revealed why he thinks Cheryl Cole will make a great judge on this years X Factor series.

Simon revealed that he has always admired Cheryl and thinks she brings great empathy and honesty to her role as a judge.

Simon stated:

“I’ve always wanted Cheryl Cole on this show and I’m glad that she is with us – I think she’s terrific. I think it’s fantastic that you’ve got somebody who’s come through a competition like this and who is actually now judging the competition. She genuinely knows what these contestants feel like and I think that is an incredible dynamic. Cheryl Cole’s a little fighter and I want her to bring honesty to the panel, that’s what she’s here to do.”