On Friday afternoon, it was confirmed that Dermot O'Leary will not be returning to present 'The X Factor' when the show returns later this year.
The news doesn't exactly come as a total shock, and let's face it, it's been a busy week for showbiz departures.
But, it's never too early to think about what could be happening next, and there's already been discussions over whether Dermot could be making his way over to the BBC to front 'Top Gear', which leaves one question - who'll be in charge on 'X Factor'?
There are plenty of possible candidates and we're sure that Simon Cowell has already been inundated with CVs and LinkedIn requests, but Si, if you're reading this, (of course you are, who are we kidding?!) we'd like to personally refer these potential candidates.
(Ok, some of them might seem a little odd, but bear with us on this one...)
Dermot O'Leary's Potential Replacements
Kate Thornton(01 of12)
Open Image ModalKate fronted 'X Factor' way back, when it first arrived on our screens. Could she reprise her role? (credit:JON FURNISS/INVISION/AP)
Jeremy Clarkson(02 of12)
Open Image ModalWell... he could always give it a go. (credit:ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Fearne Cotton(03 of12)
Open Image ModalFearne announced her plans to leave Radio 1 earlier this year, meaning she's definitely free to consider the job. We reckon Fearne would be a fab replacement. (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Zayn Malik(04 of12)
Open Image ModalWe're not sure it fits with his "being a normal 22-year-old" plan, but stranger things have happened... (credit:ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Caroline Flack (05 of12)
Open Image ModalGet Flacko Backo! The former 'Xtra Factor' presenter went on to win 'Strictly Come Dancing' after being replaced on the 'Xtra Factor' last year. (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Nick Grimshaw(06 of12)
Open Image ModalGrimmy's no stranger to rubbing shoulders with A-listers, so we reckon he'd make those Sunday night special guests feel right at home. Perhaps his good friend Harry Styles could also co-host a show or two... (credit:Jonathan Short/Invision/AP)
Sinitta (07 of12)
Open Image ModalIt's about time Sinitta and her palm leaves stepped out of the shadows and into the spotlight. (credit:Joel Ryan/Invision/AP)
Steve Brookstein(08 of12)
Open Image ModalSteve hasn't exactly seen eye-to-eye with Simon Cowell in recent years - perhaps they could patch up their differences and make this happen? (credit:Andy Sheppard via Getty Images)
Eric Cowell(09 of12)
Open Image ModalYEAH, we know he probably can't talk yet but there are still a few months to go until 'X Factor' returns to our screens. We don't have much experience when it comes to teaching babies to talk, but surely Si can shell out on a tutor or something? (credit:Twitter/Simon Cowell)
Emma Willis (10 of12)
Open Image ModalThe wonderful Emma is a fan favourite thanks to 'The Voice UK' and 'Celebrity Big Brother'. Could she swap the BBC for ITV? (credit:David M. Benett via Getty Images)
Rylan Clark(11 of12)
Open Image ModalSince starring as a hopeful on the show, Rylan has cut his teeth in the presenting world, hosting a regular segment on 'This Morning' and keeping guests in check on 'Big Brother's Bit On The Side'. (credit:Dave J Hogan via Getty Images)
Khloe Kardashian(12 of12)
Open Image ModalKhloe received mixed reviews when she presented the US version of the show, but we think she could be a hit here in Blighty. (credit:AJM/AJM)