[zakman440]

We can now announce that Matt Edmondson is the new face of ITV2’s The Xtra Factor.

And, in a big change to the spin off show's format, Xtra will be going live from the very first episode, bringing viewers instant access to contestants and the reaction to their auditions.
As the host of Radio 1’s Weekend Breakfast Show since 2011, funny man Matt has interviewed some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and with his unique, irreverent style, he has cemented his credentials hosting shows across Radio 1, T4, ITV2 and Channel 4.

Matt is also no stranger to The X Factor, as a long time fan of the show and presenter of an online spin off show, The Fan Factor, in 2011.

Speaking of his new role, Matt joked: "I am unbelievably excited about joining The Xtra Factor this year, not least of all because on my first day Louis Walsh walked into my dressing room topless, unannounced. I regard this as the definition of ‘living the dream’”.

The brand new live format will commence from the beginning of the series, giving fans of The X Factor the chance to react to the night’s episode immediately after the audience has seen it.

The show will feature live interviews with contestants who appeared on the audition show, plus reactions from celebrity guests and interaction with fans on social media. There will also be the usual mix of exclusive unseen auditions, backstage gossip and unprecedented access to The X Factor judges.

Matt is currently filming behind-the-scenes during the Judge auditions. Further information about the show will be announced shortly. Stay tuned...

The X Factor and Xtra Factor will return this autumn on ITV and ITV2!

http://www.itv.com/xfactor/the-xtra-...hes-going-live

I'm actually quite impressed with that signing, I really like Matt! Plus the live format doesn't sound too bad, so this should be good.

[Jamesy]

Live format sounds really good and they've done well to get Matt on board, he's quite engaging and will suit well presenting.

[Marsh.]

The live bit sounds good. Chatting about the show as it's airing rather than the pointless tailing Dermot around during the auditions stages.

But Matt Edmondson? Is there a reason they always get cheesy presenters who belong on CBBC?

[Strictly Jake]

It's obvious Rylan is joining him Phillip and holly let it out of the bag on this morning and Rylan didn't deny it! I don't want him to do it though I want Rochelle to return, Rochelle and Matt would work well together

[Black Dagger]

Blurgh. He annoys me.

[Headie]

Justice 4 Melvin & Rochelle!

Idk about this "live" thing, I'll wait til passing judgement on it tbh

[Lostie!]

He's no Kanak Huq but I like Matt.

[Shaun]

He bores me to tears.

[zakman440]

Rylan's also pretty much confirmed.

[Cal.]

Oh Deary me

[Cal.]

Rylan must be so rich I cant

[Jack_]

Very strange they didn't announce them together initially

[zakman440]

This must be the "X Factor World Exclusive" that's going to be announced on This Morning in a bit during Rylan's segment. He's announcing himself as an Xtra Factor host...

[Jack_]

Announcing himself as a host and calling it a 'world exclusive'? Welp

[Denver]

Rylan to also confirm he is quitting BOTS?

[Cal.]

I actually don't mind Rylan but he's really over exposed

Hosts 4 shows, another one on the way...

[Cal.]

BOTS, This Morning, Xtra Factor, Up Late with Rylan and that ITV2 show he has coming up

[Strictly Jake]

I just don't think they will seem right together! I think they still need a female co host

[Drew.]

I thought BOTS was bad enough, now he has about 5 shows to host. The more jobs hes given the more my dislike grows

[Cal.]

He's going to be busy. He'll be presenting CBBBOTS alongside Xtra Factor in August?

[zakman440]

Rylan would be wise to leave BOTS tbh. With this, his chat show, his This Morning segment an ITV2 panel show pilot on the way and his book signing tour he's got a lot going on outside of it.

[Cal.]

Originally Posted by zakman440

Rylan would be wise to leave BOTS tbh. With this, his chat show, his This Morning segment an ITV2 panel show pilot on the way and his book signing tour he's got a lot going on outside of it.

BOTS is his most stable job I don't think he'll leave it. This Morning is stable but he doesn't have much of a big part in it. Xtra Factor changes its hosts yearly and Up Late With Rylan/ITV2 panel show can be axed at any point.

[Crimson Dynamo]

I think this is a good move

[Jack_]

If they're doing double episode weekends for X Factor again and Xtra's live both nights, he'll be working seven nights a week in August/September

[Cal.]

Ugh Dan is so clever marrying him imagine the cash she's raking in