Cheryl Fernandez-Versini is leaving the X Factor to focus on her music career.“I have had such an amazing experience being a judge on the X Factor. I have learnt so much and enjoyed nurturing talent but I’ve missed making music and am excited to be recording again,” she said. “I want to thank everybody I have worked with along the way, especially Simon, who I love to bits. I hope the show continues to produce stars and I wish them all the best.” Fernandez-Versini has started working on a new album which is due for release later this year. Her exit follows the news that DJ Nick Grimshaw will not be returning as a judge.
