X Factor judge

Former Spice Girl Mel B is to be an X Factor judge on the Australian version of the show. Pregnant Mel, 35, will join Natalie Imbruglia and Ronan Keating on the panel. She is likely to be confirmed in the role this week, say media reports Down Under.

Mel B has already sought advice from Aussie Dannii Minogue, asking her on Twitter: "Need your help with something."