The X Factor 'The X Factor' judge L.A. Reid named Epic Records chairman and CEO 07/20/2011 U.S. record executive and Grammy Award-winning producer Antonio "L.A." Reid has been named chairman and chief executive officer of Epic Records. Read More RELATED NEWS Simone Battle's death officially ruled a suicide Simone Battle, former 'The X Factor' finalist, found dead from apparent suicideCheryl Cole suing 'The X Factor' producers for at least $2.3 million TAGS: The X Factor Simon Cowell L.A. Reid