Simon Cowell has hit back at former X Factor contestants

Simon Cowell has hit back at former X Factor contestants who have flopped and accused him of ruining their lives.

The 49-year-old X Factor judge has often been slated by former contestants such as Steve Brookstein and Nikki Evans.

However, Cowell talked about the show’s 2006 winner Leona Lewis and her international success.

He said: “What Leona has done is that she has made the most out of her opportunity.”

He added: “Other people, it doesn’t work out, they blame us for wrecking their lives. No, we didn’t. We just said: ‘Welcome on the talent show – we’ll put you in front of millions of people. Good luck to you.’”

Cowell also said he struggled with his conscience when Susan Boyle, a contestant on his other show Britain’s Got Talent, spent time in a London clinic after finishing the show in second place.

He said: “It was a very, very, very tricky situation for me throughout because you have to ask yourself the question: ‘Have I done the right thing or the wrong thing?’”

But he said it would have been wrong to deny Susan, 48, the opportunity to finish the competition after her meltdown.

No Dates for Dancing Stars

Although his charm and her gorgeous looks would make them quite a pair, Julianne Hough says people just shouldn’t believe everything they hear about her relationship with Dancing winner Helio Castroneves.

In her own words, she describes him as “like he is my brother.” She says they are the best of friends but are most definitely NOT an item. And the kiss they shared after their last dance on the season finale of Dancing? Just part of the routine and a celebration between friends. Hmm, my friends and I don’t celebrate that way!

During last season’s Dancing, Julianne had to fend off rumors that she was dating her partner for that show Apolo Anton. Seems she’s quite the man’s lady.

IMHO, people need to get lives. We need to get lives and stay out of their. They are two beautiful, consenting adults who are (now) free to do whatever the heck they want.

Lance Loves the Ladies

If you are one of the many who is a little disturbed by Lance Armstrong’s supposed relationship with Baby Michelle (a.k.a. Ashley Olsen), read on because you just may feel a little bit better.

Apparently Lance doesn’t exactly like the new image he’s gotten – you know, as a cradle robber. So, he’s found a new woman to make out with, I mean hook up with.

Sources have found him getting awfully cozy with an unknown blonde when he attended the Nascar Nextel Cup Series Party at Club Marquee. She looks a little older than Ashley, a little more his type. She is petite, but not in a bones-sticking-out sort of way.

Seems ole Lance is trying to make up for lost time by making out with woman after woman. Ladies, if you’re in the New York area and are looking for love, look for Lance.