Dannii Minogue and Cheryl Cole Fight Over Simon Cowell

Sharon Osbourne first accused Simon Cowell of hiring Dannii Minogue because he "fancied her." Now Dannii (36) is in a jealous cat fight over Simon with Cheryl Cole (25), who has joined The X Factor judges. Dannii has been rumored to be losing her judging job next year, but she says Simon has assured her she will remain, so now she’s coming out swinging to the News of the World saying:

“This year has been very emotional and I admit I’ve struggled to deal with it all, especially with Simon, who is the biggest diva on the show. Mariah Carey doesn’t even compare to him!"

“I guess Simon and I don’t talk much any more, definitely nothing like last year when I was next to him on the panel and was also the new girl."

“He moved me away from him and now sits next to Cheryl, and is in her ear all the time. It is a snub, but I’m fine. It’s nothing compared to what I had to go through last year.”

Of the rift between herself and Cheryl, Dannii said:

“I actually talk to Cheryl now more than I talk to Simon. It’s a very different atmosphere behind the scenes but I’m strong enough to keep on going and try and ignore all the negativity.”

Which will prevail?: the young pretty girl, or the older and wiser, but insecure, woman?

Simon admits he’s shallow, but he also loves his success, so whoever can help make The X Factor continue to be successful is the one who will stay.