The X Factor USA judges, helped by Nick Jonas, Will-i-am, Marc Anthony and Justin Bieber chose their Final 16 contestants who will take part in the upcoming Live Shows. In a dramatic and emotional episode, we saw tears and triumph as the lucky ones went on to prepare for the finals and for the unlucky ones, their journey came to an end.

In a GREAT week for the show, that saw FOX confirm The X Factor USA has been renewed for a THIRD season, the 16 remaining acts were revealed who will be performing for the public vote and are in with a chance of winning a HUGE $5 million record deal.

Britney Spears’ Teens are: Beatrice Miller, Diamond White, Carly Rose Sonenclar and Arin Ray .

Demi Lovato has the Young Adults comprising of Willie Jones, Cece Frey, Paige Thomas and Jennel Garcia.

LA Reid & The Over 25’s: Jason Brock, David Correy, Tate Stevens and Vino Alan.

Simon Cowell's Groups are: Emblem3, Sister C, Lyric145 and The LYLAS.

The battle between the judges has started already, with Simon tweeting a link to a promo that spoofs the US Presidential campaign. In the hilarious clip, Simon slams the other judges and pitches himself as "The Best Judge Ever" and that "America Deserves Simon Cowell". Watch the video HERE

Meanwhile, Demi Lovato called her X Factor boss "An Old Diva" at a media conference yesterday.

The gloves are off, let battle commence - The Live Shows start November 1st 8pm on FOX (Baseball permitting). We will post any change to schedule if a game interupts the X Factor air dates.