X Factor launch overshadowed by exit of host Matthew Newton

Matthew Newton_The X FactorSeven has revealed that The X Factor is to start next Monday – but it has lost Matthew Newton as the host, it is being reported this morning.

After weeks of promos for the talent contest, the network finally showed its hand over the weekend, revealing that The X Factor launches a week tonight.  

Seven announced that it was to launch The X Factor back in May. The show is being produced for Seven by Fremantle Media.

But according to the Herald Sun, Newton has left the show for health reasons. Seven issued a statement to Mumbrella saying:

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