New X Factor judge Rita Ora wants to take her acts to Albania for judges' houses.
The Daily Mirror newspaper reports today that the Kosovo-born singer reckons she's got the perfect location in mind to whittle down the performers in her category for the live shows later this year.
The tabloid says that Rita hopes to take her hopefuls to a huge mansion previously home to King Zog.
Rita is said to be looking forward to showing off her heritage and authorities in Albania are keen to showcase the country too.
“Rita is very proud of her Kosovan-Albanian heritage and has done work with both countries," a source close to Rita told the publication this weekend. “Rita was only recently honoured as an ambassador of Kosovo and is attached to the area.
“At the moment no decisions have been made and Simon Cowell is yet to be convinced – but it’s something Rita has suggested.”
It was reported that this year's judges' houses stage will be filmed LIVE which may mean some compromises when it comes to locations.
“They will be broadcast live so there are lots of technical and *logistical factors to consider," a show insider commented.
Meanwhile it was reported earlier on in the week that Rita may be joined by Chris Brown at judges' houses.
She said of the singer: "Chris Brown is strong, powerful and someone that is important to me personally and professionally."
The X Factor begins on ITV at the end of the month.
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