Simon Says! X Factor USA panel flounder as Cowell steals the show while Nicole faces strong criticism
Out on a limb: Simon couldn”t find a worthy sparring partner tonight as his fellow judges failed to ignite
Always looking for an ally: Nicole mirrored Simon and Nicole, unsure of what kind of judge she wants to be
The invisible man: Steve Jones is ignored by Tia and Simone, his presence barely perceptible on the show
So proud: Whoever you are, Nicole will be proud of you
Your country needs you… to copy Simon: L.A tried to equal Cowell”s wit
Desperation: But Nicole resorted to repeating one phrase verbatim
Nobody to play with: Even Simon lacked conviction as the banter failed to flow