The duo, who previously presented sister series The Xtra Factor on ITV2, have been confirmed as O'Leary's replacements when the competition returns in the autumn.
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Olly Murs and Caroline Flack
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O'Leary joked on Twitter: "Huge congrats to @ollyofficial and @carolineflack1 be gentle with the old girl... that's the show, not Louis."
Popstar Murs said in the official press release: "I'm incredibly excited and proud to be returning to The X Factor alongside Caroline. I love the show and it kick-started my career in music which has given me the opportunity to do what I love.
"I already have the best job in the world and it's about to get better - I can't wait to get started and be part of finding some amazing new talent!"
Flack added: "I'm beyond excited about presenting The X Factor with Olly. To have the privilege of doing this with someone who makes me laugh out loud is a massive bonus!
"I'm also incredibly lucky to have the best tips and support from my showbiz big brother Dermot. I'm not sure how I can live up to his long-term residency, but I know I can't let him down!"
Further details about this year's X Factor - including details of the judging panel - will be "announced in due course", according to ITV.
Are you happy Olly Murs and Caroline Flack will host The X Factor?
Yes - they did great on Xtra Factor and deserve this73.41%
No - Dermot deserves a much better replacement14.74%
Hmmm - let's wait and see11.85%
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