Leona Lewis replaces Nicole Scherzinger in 'Cats'

Singer Leona Lewis has replaced Nicole Scherzinger in "Cats" on Broadway.

The 31-year-old singer has been cast as Grizabella in the first-ever Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical after Nicole pulled out in star as a judge on the upcoming series of "The X Factor", reported Female First.

"It is an incredible honor to be asked by Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber to join the 'Cats' family. I will never forget seeing the show as a little girl and how blown away I was by the magical experience of it," Leona said.

"I am beyond thrilled for my Broadway debut to be in such an iconic show. To work with a team as legendary as those on 'Cats' is an experience I will cherish every moment of. I cannot wait to see the audiences out in NYC!" she added.