ITV X Factor Rebecca Ferguson's retirement, famous ex and life 12 years after show
msn.comtalent competition. Rebecca wowed judges with her rendition of "A Change is Gonna Come" at her audition in 2010. Rebecca grew up in Anfield and sailed through the judge's houses into the live shows, where she was mentored by Cheryl.
She faced tough competition in a star-studded season that also included Matt Cardle, One Direction and Mary Byrne. READ MORE: ITV X Factor Mary Byrne's weight loss transformation and life 12 years after show Rebecca was aged 24 at the time she competed in the show - and progressed all the way to the final.
She eventually finished in second place behind Matt Cardle. Rebecca started dating One Direction member Zayn Malik during her time on the show.
However, the two split up after four months. She said: "When I was in a relationship with Zayn it was quite hard, but it comes with it.
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