17-year-old 'Gossip Girl' star and wild child Taylor Momsen, who has been making waves singing in her rock band Pretty Reckless while adorned in corsets, fishnets, stilettos and other skimpy attire, may appear on Simon Cowell's 'X-Factor.' According to Celebuzz, sources reveal that producers for the show want the singer-actress to co-host the reality competition series, thanks to the "young, hip and edgy" vibe that Momsen puts forth.

If Momsen -- who is quite the onstage and off-screen hellion -- is indeed chosen to host on the show, she will certainly inject it with a shot of youthful energy. Last week, former IDJ head honcho and producer LA Reid agreed to appear as a judge on the show.

'X Factor' is already a hit in the UK, having spawned the career of 'Bleeding Love' singer Leona Lewis, and Cowell bolted from his plum, reputation-making gig at 'American Idol' in order to launch the show stateside. It's a singing competition where the winner will pocket a $5 million recording contract. Auditions begin next week in Los Angeles.

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