Singer Rita Ora is now a X Factor UK judge.
The twelfth season of the original British version of the show features newcomer Rita Ora on the judging panel alongside Simon Cowell. Here's some thoughts the star had about her regular television gig.
How did you joining the show come about?
I was all about timing for me. X Factor
is a big deal to me, I wanted to make sure I was ready for it. There was a lot to do with my schedule, my music career and all that. I wanted to make sure the focus is fair on each job I take on. I'm a fan of it, I always have been. Being a guest judge in 2012 was so much fun and I missed that.
Did you have any reservations about doing the show?
For me, it's not about us, it's not about the judges, it's about the contestants. If I can help them, then I want to make sure I can do a good job. Is my experience enough? Will I have enough time? All those questions were going through my head and we made it work. Being a 24-year-old in the now, still releasing music while being on X Factor, is very helpful for the contestants.
