Misha B 'amazed' by Scherzinger

Misha B has said that Nicole Scherzinger's addition to The X Factor panel is "amazing".

The former Pussycat Doll, who had a stint on the US version of the singing competition, has replaced Kelly Rowland on the UK judging panel, where she will sit alongside returning judges Louis Walsh, Gary Barlow and Tulisa Contostavlos.

"It's amazing. I got the chance to meet Nicole on the show last year, and I was so excited," she said.

"When we weren't preparing for our performances on the show, we watched the American show and she was my favourite judge on there. The passion she has, you could tell she is really genuine."

Misha - who releases her debut single Home Run on July 15 - reckoned the series will continue to be successful despite Kelly's absence.

"Kelly's a different person, but I wouldn't say that it's taken anything away. I think both Kelly and Nicole are very nice people and they have experience in the music industry," she added.

The 20-year-old, who was voted out during the semi-finals, insisted that she's glad for the opportunities The X Factor has given her. Little Mix, mentored by Tulisa, won the series.

"I feel like I came in the position I did because things happen for a reason. I'm just so fortunate to be doing what I do now, putting out music and working with so many amazing people," she said.