Dermot O'Leary has now sensationally bowed out of hosting duties on The X Factor, after eight years at the helm of the show.
Dermot O'Leary / Credit: ITV
A statement released to Digital Spy saw Dermot confirm: "After eight wonderful years on The X Factor it's time for me to move on.
"I'd like to thank ITV, Simon, The X Factor family and particularly the viewers, all of whom have been a big part of my life for so long.
"I'd like to wish the team all the best for the future, especially whoever takes over from me. You're about to be the conductor on the most brilliant, runaway train in showbiz. Good luck you'll love it!"
Kate thornton was the original host of the show and took charge over three series until Dermot took over in 2007.
Earlier this year, Dermot told Digital Spy he'd never move over to present BBC's Strictly Come Dancing.
"Never! You cut me and I bleed X! I couldn't. Strictly are a very lovely, cuddly, benevolent enemy... but they're still the enemy! I couldn't do it."
Who would you like to see replace Dermot on The X Factor? Let us know below.
Tagged in The X Factor Dermot O'Leary