The X Factor: Simon Cowell’s iconic show canceled after 17 years

It’s the end of an era for Simon Cowell’s iconic talent showThe X Factor, now that the creator has confirmed that “there are no current plans for the next series.”

The fan-favorite show first aired in 2004, proving to be a total success among audiences, followed by 445 episodes and over 15 series, with the last one premiering in 2018, being produced by Fremantle’s Thames and Cowell’s production company Syco Entertainment.

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Cancelation rumors started when multiple media outlets reported that Simon had no intention of renewing his popular reality show in the U.K. after 17 years, catapulting to fame a number of singers, including the former members of One Direction, and the successful girl group Little Mix.

‘The X Factor’ was also home for a number of judges over the years, including Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh and Nicole Scherzinger.

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Now Simon is embarking on a new journey with a musical quiz show for ITV and its streaming platform ITV Hub named Walk The Line, with a new panel of judges.

This new reality also includes a cash prize and involves different crowned champions. Each night, the reigning champion will be offered an even higher cash-out prize.