The X Factor: Last News

It's been sixteen years since Diana Vickers first graced our screens on the iconic X Factor stage, and she's proving she's still got that star quality. The 32 year old songstress took to Instagram to let followers in on her upcoming holiday plans, flaunting her enviable physique in a sizzling lime green bikini. In the post, she extended an open invitation to collaborate with bikini and summer clothing brands, teasing her upcoming escapades under the sun.

Simon Cowell has spilled the beans on his son Eric's playdates with Cheryl's little one, Bear, as they put their past feud behind them.The former X Fact judges were all smiles during their recent appearance on Saturday Night Takeaway's finale, following a bitter spat when the talent show crossed the pond to the USA. Simon, 64, expressed his joy at reuniting with Cheryl, 40, on the star-studded series, hosted by Ant and Dec, after their relationship took a hit when he took the singing competition to America.

Sam Bailey, crowned winner of The X Factor in 2013, has opened up about her personal heartache over her son's health struggle.The 46 year old became a household name after winning the 10th series of the ITV reality show, and has become a respected professional singer and theatre star over the last decade. But now she's shared an update on her personal struggle at home while dealing with her teenage son Tommy's health diagnosis.The 14 year old was diagnosed with autism and dyspraxia in 2020 and Sam has been fighting to get him and their family the right help and support ever since, she revealed.

The Chase fans were left scratching their heads after spotting quiz queen Jenny Ryan in a throwback episode of BBC's Only Connect.The brainy bombshell, known as 'the Vixen' on ITV's The Chase, had previously showcased her quizzing prowess by winning the third series of Only Connect back in 2010, according to the Mirror. Before she became a household name on The Chase, Jenny flexed her intellectual muscles alongside teammates Dave Bill and Alan Gibbs as part of the Gamblers, clinching victory over the Epicureans from the fourth series.The "winners special" episode that aired on Monday 25 February on BBC Two brought back some serious nostalgia.

Fleur East has candidly opened up about her unique birth experience, revealing that she gave birth to her baby girl on the living room floor, but isn't quite ready to delve into the details just yet.The 36 year old radio presenter and singer, who rose to fame on The X Factor, shared earlier this year that she was expecting her first child with husband Marcel Badiane-Robin.The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, were overjoyed to welcome their daughter Nova last month.Taking to Instagram to share the joyous news with her fans, Fleur penned a heartfelt message: "And just like that, our baby girl, Nova, is here! ! Our daughter entered the world via squat position into the arms of my Husband and I on our living room floor." She continued, hinting at the dramatic birth story: "One day I will share my birth story with you (what a RIDE! ), but for now, we are resting and doing well. So thankful to the amazing midwives who were by my side, my birthing partners (my auntie Tina and my Husband @marcel__robin ) and all of our family who have been helping out and showering us with love.

Olly Murs has opened up about the emotional way his late friend Caroline Flack, who tragically passed away in 2020, continues to have a presence in his life.The singer and TV star revealed that Caroline often appears in his dreams, offering him comfort.The singer, 39, who recently welcomed his first child with his wife Amelia Tank, presented The X Factor alongside Caroline in 2015 and was close friends with the host, said: "I would love to talk to Caroline again. She was a huge part of my life and career. Special person, special friend." "We had an interesting relationship, but it was great.

Rylan Clark has shared his heartwarming response when fans ask for a picture - he will never turn them down. Rising to stardom after participating in The X Factor in 2012, the 35 year old TV and radio personality quickly became an industry favourite despite landing fifth place on the show.

Olly Murs has become a dad for the first time, as he confirmed his wife Amelia Tank has given birth to a baby girl.The couple, who announced they were expecting a little one in December last year, revealed the joyous news on Instagram. Sharing a snap of him and Amelia leaving the hospital hand-in-hand with their newborn daughter in a car seat, they confirmed the gorgeous name they have chosen.

Amanda Holden and Sharon Osbourne have stirred up drama this week, sparking debates over which star is wealthier.The feud heated up when the 53 year old Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda defended her friend Simon Cowell, 64, after Sharon, 71, and Louis Walsh made snide remarks about him on last month's Celebrity Big Brother. Amanda highlighted that Sharon and Louis, 71, should recognise the importance of Simon in their success, attributing their affluence to his decision to cast them as judges on The X Factor, which had audiences of 20 million every week during its peak. However, it seems Amanda may have neglected to consider that both Sharon and Louis have been successful in their own individual rights, working as music managers separately.

Former The X Factor contestant Danyl Johnson has undergone a remarkable transformation since his debut on the show 15 years ago. Despite not achieving the same level of success as some of his fellow contestants, including Olly Murs and Stacey Solomon, Danyl has found a fulfilling new career path. After finishing in fourth place on The X Factor, Danyl struggled to make a breakthrough in the music industry.

Bratavio were the boy band duo who first shot to fame on The X Factor back in 2016. Bradley Hunt infamously competed alongside his friend Ottavio Columbro and became part of Louis Walsh's groups during the show's 13th season.They admitted during their first audition that they'd fallen out over some uncooked chicken, with Ottavio auditioning on his own before being reconciled with Bradley and later being forced to change their group name.They went on to make it through bootcamp and then the nail-biting Judges Houses stage, before Louis, now 71, took them through to the live shows.The duo went on to sing Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom by the Vegaboys and Barbie Girl by Aqua. Now Bradley has revealed an amazing body transformation after clearly putting in some work at the gym – he sports rippling muscles and an impressive six-pack in topless shots.

“Texas Hold ’Em” singer made a last-minute pitch to country upstart Willie Jones to appear on her new “Cowboy Carter” opus — with the album deadline fast approaching to make her March 29 release date — it was either go big or stay home.“It was literally in the fourth quarter,” Jones, 29, told The Post of recording his “Just for Fun” duet with Beyoncé in the final stages of “Cowboy Carter.” “It was literally … end of February, February 20-something.”Jones got the call that would change his life from Alex Vickery, who produced his vocals on “Just for Fun” — which, despite its title, is a decidedly moody meditation.“She’s like, ‘Are you sitting down?’ I was like, ‘Yeah.’ And she’s like, ‘You know Beyoncé is working on a country album … [and] she loves your voice.’ I was like, ‘Are you serious?’ She was like, ‘Can you come out here tomorrow?’ I was like, ‘Send the car.’ ”And now the Shreveport, Louisiana native is galloping into history as one of the Black country artists spotlighted by Beyoncé Knowles Carter on “Cowboy Carter” — the undisputed event record of 2024 — which just scored the biggest sales week of the year in its chart-topping debut on the Billboard 200. Released to rave reviews (including mine), the LP also made Queen B the first Black woman to reign over the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, while simultaneously holding the top three spots on the Hot Country Songs chart led by her No.

Little Mix's Jade Thirlwall seems to have 'thrown shade at Simon Cowell' in her debut solo track.The 31 year old songstress is gearing up to release fresh music after the band announced a break in 2021. Jade, alongside Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Perrie Edwards, and Jesy Nelson, shot to fame with Little Mix on The X Factor back in 2011.The group went their separate ways following Jesy's departure in 2020.

Dermot O'Leary and Spice Girls star Mel B reuniting on This Morning after both taking part in Celebrity Bake Off's upcoming episode - however, the pair did not leave their competitiveness in the kitchen. Stopping by This Morning on Thursday 4th April, Mel hit out at Dermot for taking the show "too seriously" and "pretending to be nervous", leaving a flabbergasted Dermot rolling his eyes.

Rylan Clark has shared how his pal Louis Walsh was a "shell of a man" after his recent stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Rylan, 35, appeared on Thursday's Good Morning Britain to talk about his new BBC Italy travel series with Rob Rinder, but the conversation soon turned to the subject of Louis and his time in the rebooted series.

Fleur East has welcomed her first child - a daughter - with her husband Marcel Badiane-Robin.The X Factor and Strictly star announced the lovely news on Instagram and shared the first picture of her baby girl, who she has named Nova and gave birth to on 22nd March. Taking to her social media, Fleur told her followers: "And just like that, our baby girl, Nova, is here!!" However, it seems the birth came with its fair share of drama as she then explained: "Our daughter entered the world via squat position into the arms of my Husband and I on our living room floor! "One day I will share my birth story with you (what a RIDE!), but for now, we are resting and doing well.

Joe Swash wasn't too happy when his other half Stacey Solomon joked about changing her name - but not to his! Stacey Solomon, 34, has established herself as a TV presenter and interiors guru, after first rising to fame on The X Factor in 2009. A popular a panellist on TV show Loose Women, Stacey has also done some great programmes on her own, and at the Royal Television Society's big awards night, Stacey's BBC show 'Sort Your Life Out' won the prize for Best Formatted Popular Factual.

Louis Walsh has spilled the beans on where his relationship with Simon Cowell stands after Celebrity Big Brother, sharing that he hasn't spoken to the music mogul since leaving the show.The 71 year old talent manager was outspoken about his X Factor pals Simon and Cheryl Cole while appearing on ITV's glitzy Big Brother comeback. During the show, he even claimed that Simon had ruined his shot at winning The X Factor back in 2008. On last week's show, Louis claimed that Simon played favourites and helped Cheryl's singer Alexandra Burke win by bringing on Beyonce to sing with her.

Since leaving Celebrity Big Brother, talent manager and ex-X Factor judge Louis Walsh has revealed he’s had second thoughts about his behaviour on the show. Louis had been scathing of fellow celebrities from Jedward to Simon Cowell, Cheryl and Ronan Keating. And during his exit interview - where he came fourth, host AJ Odudu asked him: “Is there anyone you’d like to apologise to?” To which Louis replied: "No, absolutely not.That is just my opinion." However, just days after his exit from the Big Brother house, Louis has changed his tune and revealed that he’s rethought his “catty” behaviour as the “experience is going to change me” - and it all stemmed from his cancer diagnosis.

As the tenth anniversary of Simone Battle's tragic passing approaches, fans continue to mourn the loss of the beloved X Factor star and G.R.L. member. Simone, who captured hearts with her soulful voice and vibrant presence, was mentored by media mogul Simon Cowell during the 2011 series of X Factor USA.

Louis Walsh has insisted he won't be apologising for blasting his famous acquaintances like Jedward, Cheryl and Ronan Keating during his time in the Celebrity Big Brother house. The X Factor judge and music manager, 71, finished the hit reality show in fourth place and while he became known for speaking his mind and dishing some dirt on the showbiz world, he doesn't regret it. Louis, who had no qualms in throwing a few celebs under the bus with his savage on-screen swipes, was asked by host AJ Ododu if there was anyone he'd like to apologise to.