Melanie B is the latest Brit to become a judge on America's Got Talent.

The Spice Girl is replacing Sharon Osbourne on the TV talent show panel, joining up with Howard Stern and comedian Howie Mandel.

She follows fellow Brit Piers Morgan in taking the trip Stateside, who judged the show between 2006 and 2011.

NBC President of Alternative Television Paul Telegdy told Entertainment Weekly that Brown will bring a strong opinion to the show. He said:

"I've known Melanie since she did Dancing with the Stars... to know her is to know a very frank, strong, enduring entertainer. [She's] someone who has a very strong point of view."

He continued: "We needed somebody who was qualified for the job. She's an amazing singer, dancer and a huge personality. The contestants will get a lot of constructive feedback from her, and I can't wait to see her chemistry with Howard and Howie."

The singer has been working on X Factor Australia and has appeared as a guest judge on the UK X Factor.