That Simon Cowell has given Cheryl Cole a £1million pay rise to stay with The UK X Factor...According to The Mirror, a source spilled: "Cheryl is thrilled about the new deal. She thought her days on the UK X Factor were behind her but the money is too good to refuse"... That Lily Allen is the new Simon Cowell, what with her being asked to judge on the ITV's X Factor: "Lily was flattered to get Simon's call. It's a big job and an honour to be asked. But she's not convinced. She has tried to take a step back from the limelight over the last six months and doesn't want to be thrust right back into the madness of the showbiz pantomime that comes with the show. She doesn't need the money or the hassle at this stage in her life. Maybe in a few years' time when circumstances change (or whenever Cheryl Cole decides to move on) she will be more receptive"... That Derek Hough was the only bloke to turn up to the The Badgley Mischka flagship store opening on Rodeo Drive yesterday... His ample female company included Audrina Patridge, Charlotte Ross, Stacey Keibler, a street walker, and Jawline McWillis.... That Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn hightailed it off in a private jet to enjoy a date in Cabo: "They had an overnight getaway at Cabo San Lucas on Wednesday and ate lobster and drank cocktails before strolling off hand-in-hand. They were also pictured at Cuban restaurant Versailles in Los Angeles, where Scarlett used her foot to caress the crotch of Madonna's ex"...