Ann Montini of Sky News reports that Simon Cowell is responding to talk from ‘Pop Idol’ season one champ Will Young that Cowell’s ‘X Factor’ show is more about grabbing fame, not about talent. “I am guessing that record sales are not as buoyant right now hence the attack, but I hold no grudge at this point, honestly,” Cowell said.

‘Pop Idol’ season one champ Will Young was on ‘GMTV Today’, where he admitted he had a few too many the previous night. Young also discussed his trip to South Africa, his Brits nomination for Best British Male, his role in ‘Mrs. Henderson Presents’, his new single ‘All Time Love’, karaoke with Charlotte Church, and touring with Take That in Robbie Williams’ place. GM.tv has since removed the video.

Will Young dropped by the Radio 1 Live Lounge on Wednesday (January 11) and told host Jo Whiley what he’s up to and performed his current single, ‘All Time Love’. The ‘Pop Idol’ champ also covered The Pussycat Dolls’ ‘Don’t Cha’ – and he didn’t change the lyrics to “boyfriend”. Audio and pictures have been removed from BBC.co.uk/radio1

Will Young visited Radio 2 for an appearance on The Chris Evans Show on Saturday (January 7). The ‘Pop Idol’ champ talked about his vacation in South Africa, he exchanged presents with Evans, he did a rapid fire Q&A, and he discussed when he realized he was gay. BBC.co.uk has since removed the audio and pictures.