Britney Spears 'in New York City for X Factor USA announcement'

Britney Spears has arrived in New York City ahead of the expected announcement that she is joining The X Factor USA.

The 'Circus' singer will reportedly be unveiled as the newest X Factor judge later today (May 14) at Fox's upfront presentation.



TMZ filmed Spears walking with fiancé Jason Trawick in a New York City parking lot on Sunday (May 13), but the pop star refused to answer any questions about The X Factor.

American Idol judge Randy Jackson was spotted by the photographers moments later and offered his own thoughts on Spears possibly signing on for The X Factor.

"I love Britney, I think it's going to be hot," Jackson told the paparazzi.



Demi Lovato has also apparently signed on to complete the X Factor judging panel.

Simon Cowell, LA Reid, Spears and Lovato are all expected to attend Fox's upfront presentation later today.

The X Factor USA is to return to Fox later this year, with initial auditions for the show's second season already under way.

Watch Britney Spears's 'Circus' music video below: