What is x factor usa season 1?

The first season of the American version of the singing competition show X Factor premiered on September 21, 2011, and concluded on December 22, 2011. The show was hosted by Steve Jones, with judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, LA Reid, and Nicole Scherzinger.

The show featured contestants in four categories: boys, girls, over 30s, and groups. The winner of the season was Melanie Amaro, who was mentored by Simon Cowell in the girls category.

The season was notable for its diverse range of musical talent and for the dramatic elimination of popular contestants like Rachel Crow, who collapsed onstage when she was told she was being sent home.

In addition to the televised competition, the season also featured online auditions, live performances, and a number of guest acts and celebrity appearances. The show was generally well-received by audiences, and paved the way for several successful seasons in the US and abroad.