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06.05.2022 / 11:25

X Factor star Scarlett Lee rushed to hospital with mystery illness

Former X Factor finalist Scarlett Lee concerned fans as she revealed she was rushed to hospital with a mystery illness.The singer, who came runner-up in the 2018 series of the competitive ITV singing series, took to her Instagram Story earlier this week to share an image of herself hooked up to a drip as she sat in a blue hospital chair.The 24 year old added the timestamp of 3.11am, and she added a sad face emoji to the post that concerned her fans. Scarlett did not reveal what was wrong and has not spoken about her sudden visit to the hospital again. Scarlett initially appeared on The X Factor back in 2017 but did not make it through the first round.

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30.04.2022 / 22:13

X Factor's ‘Tesco Mary’ Byrne shares how she 'picked herself back up' after fame ended

Mary Byrne, also known as The X Factor’s ‘Tesco Mary’, has revealed how she “picked herself back up” after facing some downfalls after appearing on the show. Mary, 62, competed against the likes of One Direction on The X Factor, and came in fifth place in 2010. 12 years on, Mary said it’s been “a whirlwind of phenomenal excitement”, but that “there’s been downs as well”.

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12.04.2022 / 17:57

Inside Frankie Cocozza’s life now as he reveals he’s a 'drug addict' and 'loves cocaine'

Former X Factor contestant Frankie Cocozza made headlines when he appeared on the show in 2011 - first for his ‘bad boy’ image and then later for getting kicked off the show for discussing drugs. Frankie, now 29, was booted off the show over a decade ago after “breaking a golden rule” - with it later revealed that he’d boasted about using cocaine in front of producers. Ten years on, Frankie has admitted he still struggles with drug abuse, telling The James Smith podcast last week: “I'm a drug addict.

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12.04.2022 / 11:09

X Factor's Janet Devlin 'almost died many times' as she was 'constantly drunk'

Janet Devlin has revealed she's nearly died more than once as she was "constantly drunk" following her time on The X Factor.The 27 year old joined the programme in 2011 at the young age of 16 and recently spoke out about what life was like at the height of her addiction in a Facebook Live with the Daily Star. "I wasn't able to turn up for work.

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11.04.2022 / 12:31

Simon Cowell reveals the only way The X Factor could return

Simon Cowell has opened up about whether The X Factor could ever return. The ITV singing competition ran for 17 years and scouted musicians including Little Mix, One Direction, Olly Murs and Harry Styles, before it was cancelled last year. Simon, 62, told The Sun that if the show did ever return he would strip it “back to basics” and format the show similar to how it began in 2004.

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08.04.2022 / 17:25

Leona Lewis celebrates her pregnant body and flashes baby bump in crop top

Leona Lewis flashed her growing baby bump as she made a quick coffee run out and about in Los Angeles on Thursday.The 37 year old is expecting her first child with husband Dennis Jauch in the summer and was glowing as she stepped out for the casual outing. Leona looked effortlessly cool in a head-to-toe comfortable ensemble which consisted of a white cropped T-shirt revealing a hint of her growing bump, a pair of cream high waisted drawstring sweatpants and off white lace-up trainers.

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07.04.2022 / 18:47

Jesy Nelson oozes body confidence as she strikes a pose in skimpy bikini in LA

Singer, and former Little Mix band member, Jesy Nelson has been making the most of the sunshine in California with her pals, posting a series of sun-soaked snaps to her Instagram page. Jesy, 30, oozed body confidence as she showed off her gym-honed body in a barely-there black two-piece bikini as she frolicked on the beach and topped up her tan.The snaps, which she posted to Instagram on Tuesday, was captioned “Malibu with my boos”, who included American songwriter Tally Bad. Jesy wore her long chocolate-brown locks in her natural curls which cascaded to her waist.

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07.04.2022 / 14:53

X Factor rejects: Where the ITV show's iconic stars are now, from Rhydian to Wagner

The X Factor star Rhydian Roberts, 39, and his signature peroxide blonde hair first blasted onto our screens back in 2007, when he auditioned for the ITV show in his final year of university. After winning over the nation with his flamboyant style and classical tones he went on to make the final of the cult talent show, but where is he now? Well, after enjoying success with his classical crossover albums, Rhydian released a new album ‘Waves’ in 2011 which took on a new pop sound.

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27.03.2022 / 20:33

X Factor's Frankie Cocozza looks completely different to bad boy days on show

X Factor star Frankie Cocozza looks worlds away from his days on the ITV competition show, and is now a father-of-one living in Australia with his wife Bianca Murphy. While fans of the singer will undoubtedly remember his signature bad boy look and choppy brunette layered locks, he's barely recognisable now. Instead rocking a more grown-up fashion vibe and neatly-trimmed tresses, Frankie's latest Instagram snaps were so different to his iconic look that fans couldn't believe their eyes.

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08.03.2022 / 20:46

Simon Cowell's fiancée Lauren Silverman 'constantly concerned' by backlash towards him

Lauren Silverman is “constantly concerned” about her fiancé Simon Cowell as negative stories about The X Factor have come to light, a source claims. Simon, 62, was the boss of the hit ITV show that aired from 2004 up until 2019 – creating mega stars such as Leona Lewis, Little Mix and One Direction. But in recent weeks, it has been reported that contestants and judges didn’t receive appropriate care during their time on the series, with a former stylist saying there was a “dark misogyny” on the show.

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08.03.2022 / 20:46

Ella Henderson talks Team GB swimmer romance: 'We fell in love with each other's minds'

When Ella Henderson entered The X Factor back in 2012, she was just 16. She may have only finished sixth, but her debut album flew to the top of the charts in 2014 and brought Ella fame and success. Now, nearly eight years later, the 26-year-old explains to OK! why she took a step back from the limelight and chose not to release another album until she’d experienced more of life.

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02.03.2022 / 10:21

Union J’s Josh Cuthbert thought reunion would ‘make his mental health worse’

Union J recently delighted fans by announcing the original four members are getting back together after a six-year hiatus. But Josh Cuthbert says their comeback wasn’t a simple decision, admitting he thought it could affect his mental health. “If you had told me two years ago there would be a Union J reunion and I’d be part of it, I would have thought that would make my mental health worse,” the 29 year old said.

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01.03.2022 / 14:37

Joe McElderry reveals he was secretly on X Factor three years before victory

Joe McElderry has confessed he went on The X Factor three years before winning the programme, but quit after feeling "overwhelmed".The now-30 year old explained that he was about 15 at the time that he had first auditioned for the show and made it to the bootcamp stage before deciding he wasn't "good enough" or "confident enough" to continue. Appearing on Steph's Packed Lunch on Monday 28 February to talk about his time on the ITV show 13 years after beating Stacey Solomon, 32, and Olly Murs, 37, he explained: "So I would've been about 15.

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28.02.2022 / 19:45

Alexandra Burke shows off blossoming baby bump in underwear saying she 'ate and popped'

Alexandra Burke is positively glowing as she shows off her blossoming baby bump.Taking to Instagram, the singer joked that her bump had popped out after eating as she posed in black underwear with her partner, footballer Darren Randolph. “Ate and popped,” wrote Alexandra, who recently revealed her pregnancy, alongside the series of images.

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27.02.2022 / 22:13

X Factor star Jahmene Douglas looks almost unrecognisable 10 years on from show

Former X Factor star Jahmene looks almost unrecognisable a decade on from appearing on the reality show. Jahmene Douglas, now 31, appeared on the ITV show in 2012 and ended the series in second place behind winner James Arthur. When the singer appeared in the show a decade ago, where he was mentored by Pussycat Dolls' Nicole Scherzinger, he sported a clean shaven face and cropped hair.

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21.02.2022 / 14:11

Inside Jamal Edwards' bond with Loose Women mum Brenda from stage school to sweet TV kiss

Sad news broke last night that music pioneer Jamal Edwards has passed away.The young entrepreneur and SBTV founder - who was just 31 years old - is the son of English singer and Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards.The TV personality made a statement about his sudden passing, and her fellow showbiz pals including Denise Welch have rallied round to support her. Jamal’s unexpected death has triggered an outpouring of tributes on social media, with comments from London rapper AJ Tracey and touching posts from distraught fans around the world. Here, we celebrate Jamal’s incredible mother-son bond, and how Brenda helped him on his path to stardom.

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16.02.2022 / 17:31

The X Factor’s Diana Vickers cries in video amid mystery illness: ‘Another night of pain’

Diana Vickers has shared a video of her sobbing in a video on her Instagram page as she suffers with intense "pain" from a mystery illness.The X Factor beauty, 30, who became a semi-finalist on the ITV singing competition, showed her tear-soaked face to the camera as she opened up to her fans on her difficult week. Wearing a white printed hoodie pulled up to shield her blonde tresses, Diana appeared to be resting on her sofa.The actress and fashion designer showed off her bright red nail polish as she wiped away the tears from her eyes, and there was even a sweet moment when her pet pooch came over to comfort her.

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15.02.2022 / 22:03

Cher Lloyd gives rare glimpse of her husband Craig and daughter Delilah

Cher Lloyd has given a rare glimpse into her family life as she paid a loving tribute to her husband Craig Monk on Valentine's Day.The former X Factor star, who recently celebrated her eighth wedding anniversary, shared a snap of her smiling for the camera alongside her other half. "I'll love him forever," the 28 year old captioned the snap, in which she looked dolled up to the nines in a chic, asymmetrical dress. In another black and white image family snap, the songstress looked every inch the doting mother as she gazed adoringly at their daughter Delilah-Rae, who the pair welcomed in 2018.

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11.02.2022 / 02:37

Chloe Khan sports dramatically different look from X Factor 'Mafia' days

Chloe Khan has been spotted sporting an incredibly different look from her days as Chloe Mafia. The 29 year old X Factor star, who wowed the judges with her incredible voice in the auditions stage, seemed poised to launch her music career at the time. Chloe continued to impress Simon Cowell and the rest of the judges to get through to the bootcamp stage, but was kicked off the show when her hard-partying ways got her in trouble with bosses.

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07.02.2022 / 19:14

Shayne Ward opens up on wife Sophie’s second pregnancy: 'I sing to her bump every night'

Shayne Ward is preparing to become a dad for the second time with his wife Sophie Austin after welcoming their first daughter Willow five years ago. Speaking at the National Diversity Awards exclusively to OK!, Coronation Street star Shayne, 37, and 38 year old Hollyoaks actress Sophie – who gave their followers a look into their stunning family home – opened up about their excitement over becoming a family of four. "It’s our second.

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05.02.2022 / 15:21

Inside X Factor star Janice Robinson's life now – from family tragedy to new career as a teacher

Janice Robinson was an instant hit when she appeared on the X factor in 2018.The 54 year old singer first found fame as a member of 1990s group Livin' Joy, before embarking on a solo career. So when she faced the judges on the hit ITV show she knew just what she was doing, and impressed from the off with the revelation that she was the voice and songwriter behind the international dance track Dreamer. Janice made it to the live shows in the Over 28s category and ended up finishing in 14th place.

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26.01.2022 / 15:35

What X Factor 2011 star Janet Devlin looks like now after bleach blonde transformation

We always enjoy taking a deep dive into The X Factor archives to see where the former stars are today and what they look like now. Possibly giving the best transformation yet is 2011 contestant Janet Devlin, who has long since ditched her lengthy auburn curls from the previous decade. Now, Janet has bleach blonde hair cut to a shoulder-length style.

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23.01.2022 / 20:08

The Masked Singer UK fans 'work out' Panda's identity after One Direction clue

The Masked Singer UK fans think they have worked out Panda's identity as Natalie Imbruglia after the show dropped a vital One Direction clue. The hit ITV competition sees celebrities conceal their identities under a dramatic costume and give cryptic clues about their lives before singing on stage. Viewers and the judges - Davina McCall, Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross and Mo Gilligan - have to guess who is underneath the mask with one character asked to unveil their identity each week.

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20.01.2022 / 18:59

X Factor and The Voice singer Natanya Brook dies aged 23

X Factor and The Voice singer Natanya Brook has died aged 23.The singer, who had epilepsy, was gaming with friends at the time of her sudden death. Natanya, often referred to as Tanya, was an avid gamer and part of a semi-professional gaming team. According to the inquest following the 23 year old’s death, she had been in the middle of a game when she suddenly went silent.

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21.12.2021 / 19:27

Leona Lewis fans marvel at her unchanged complexion as she stuns with festive beauty look

One More Sleep singer Leona Lewis looks like she’s been beauty sleeping for the last decade, according to fans.Though she may be celebrating 15 years since winning The X Factor, her incredible complexion doesn’t betray any time having passed at all.The now-36 year old was crowned the winner of the show when she was just 21, but hasn’t aged a day since, it seems.The singer proves that fact in a series of recent Instagram snaps where she shows off some impressive and festive makeup looks. Her dedicated fans have been Bleeding Love in the comment sections, with plenty marvelling at how young she looks.

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07.12.2021 / 16:15

What X Factor's Tamera Foster looks like now as fans brand her unrecognisable

Tamera Foster shot to fame on the tenth season of The X Factor when she was just 16 years old. She ultimately made the show’s quarter finals, but lost out on the crown to Sam Bailey.

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07.12.2021 / 13:53

Brenda Edwards shares nerves ahead of displaying mastectomy scars in Real Full Monty

Since 2017, Ashley Banjo has been persuading brave celebrities to strip on TV, all to raise awareness about cancer. And while it's the scariest challenge most stars have ever tackled, year after year new recruits sign up, for what turns out to be one of the most uplifting, inspirational and emotional shows of the TV year.

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23.11.2021 / 17:21

Cher Lloyd felt 'vulnerable' and 'alone' during The X Factor stint

Cher Lloyd has admitted that she felt "alone" and "really vulnerable" during her time on The X Factor in 2010.The 28 year old was just sixteen years old when she appeared on the ITV singing series and was mentored by former Girls Aloud singer Cheryl. However, the star, who recently shared a snap of her rarely seen husband, how now said that she was always being chased by a 'group of 20 to 25 men with cameras' after filming and rehearsals.

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19.11.2021 / 16:35

Alexandra Burke denied superstar record deal with Stevie Wonder aged 12 - ‘Mum said no’

Singer Alexandra Burke could’ve led a superstar life from the age of 12, but her late mum said no.The X Factor winner has revealed that legendary singer Stevie Wonder offered her a record deal when she was just a youngster, but her mum - Soul II Soul member Melissa Bell - rejected it. Speaking to MailOnline, the Hallelujah singer, 33, said: “It was such an experience and at 12, you don’t really take it in.

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19.11.2021 / 16:35

Stacey Solomon shares baby nest hack for newborn Rose - ‘it’s just a rolled up blanket!’

Stacey Solomon may have shot to fame after appearing on The X Factor way back in 2009, but the presenter and mum of four has built up a fanbase of nearly 5 million Instagram followers thanks to her home transformation videos, ‘tap to tidy’ snaps and realistic insights into the world of parenting. Known for her hacks – whether that’s using toilet paper cardboard rolls to keep curtains neat or cleaning floors with slippers – Stacey has now revealed the parenting and money saving hack that has helped her baby daughter, Rose, sleep peacefully during the daytime.Taking to her Instagram stories, the TV personality shared an adorable snap of her six week old daughter napping alongside an equally cute crocheted bunny.

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19.11.2021 / 15:19

Cher Lloyd shares snap of rarely-seen husband on eighth wedding anniversary

The X-Factor star Cher Lloyd has shared a rare snap of her husband Craig Monk as they celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary. Cher first graced our screens in 2010 when she came fourth in the reality TV competition.

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17.11.2021 / 17:45

Little Mix's Perrie Edwards takes her mum on family holiday to ‘play nanny’

Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards has cheekily admitted that she has taken her mother on her lavish Dubai getaway for the sole purpose of her to "play nanny".The 28 year old is currently on her first family getaway since welcoming her adorable baby boy Axel in August with footballer partner Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. And the doting mother ensured she made time for herself to relax in the sunny climes by bringing along her mother Debbie on the trip to look after the sweet three month old.

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17.11.2021 / 15:53

Little Mix's Perrie Edwards sizzles in bikini snap as she shows off post-baby body

Little Mix star Perrie Edwards looked absolutely incredible as she showed off her post-baby body while enjoying her sun-drenched Dubai getaway. Just three months after welcoming her sweet baby son Axel with footballer partner Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, the 28 year old slipped into a tiny bikini as she topped up her tan.

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15.11.2021 / 11:39

Simon Cowell says The X Factor will come back to TV: 'There's no question!'

Simon Cowell has exclusively revealed the The X Factor will return to television, although he admits he did the right thing in 'resting it'. Speaking to OK! following a hugely successful ball for the Short Lives Matter charity, of which he is patron, Simon explained he's hoping the show's comeback will be a 'big event' and that people have genuinely missed it - including him! "This year was the first year since we took it off the air, where I realised how much I’d really, really missed it," he said.

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12.11.2021 / 16:45

X Factor's Katie Waissel, 35, rushed to hospital with suspected heart attack

Katie Waissel has revealed she was taken to hospital on Thursday 11 November with a suspect heart attack.The 35 year old, who is most well known for appearing on the seventh series of The X Factor, took to her Instagram feed to share the news with her 26,200 followers alongside a snap of herself in hospital. "Let me tell you, I was taken by ambulance yesterday for a suspected heart attack and @nhs @ldn_ambulance Watford general AND the ambulance services were / are amazing." she started in the caption.

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09.11.2021 / 17:05

Simon Cowell ‘far too classy’ to make mini-me son Eric an influencer, says expert

After axing The X Factor this year, Simon Cowell is working on new and exciting projects - and he’s got grand plans for his son. Seven-year-old Eric is set to follow in his dad’s footsteps, the music mogul has revealed.

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