The X Factor 2012 will feature guest judges, it has been confirmed today.
Try outs for the show kick off in Liverpool this week, with Louis Walsh, Tulisa and Gary Barlow.
The trio of permanent judges will be joined by special guest stars throughout the audition tour over the newt two months.
The first star to take part has been confirmed as former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell.
The singer, who previously stood in for Dannii Minogue at auditions in Glasgow two years ago, will join Louis, Tulisa and Gary in Liverpool from tomorrow.
Other names lined up include Alica Keys, Gwen Stefani and Katy Perry.
More follows.
