X Factor star says it's 'easy to forget yourself' after linking show to Liam Payne's death

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Rebecca Ferguson has been honoured with an MBE at Windsor Castle and opened up about the challenges of staying true to herself in the glitzy world of showbiz.The Liverpool-born songstress, who shot to fame as the runner-up on The X Factor in 2010, has since become a vocal advocate for artists' welfare within the music industry.

Following Liam Payne's tragic death on October 16, Rebecca suggested that he "might still be alive" if he'd never auditioned for the show.Taking to social media, she said: "We both met at Euston station and shared the taxi together to X Factor.

I can't help but think of that boy who was hopeful and looking forward to his bright future ahead. If he hadn't jumped on that train and jumped in that taxi I believe he would be alive today." On Tuesday, November 12, Rebecca was recognised by the Prince of Wales for her services to music and her activism, which includes pushing for a new regulatory body to protect artists and meeting with then-culture secretary Oliver Dowden to address discrimination in the industry.

Last year, she even urged Ofcom to investigate reality TV shows. Reflecting on her advocacy work, Rebecca shared with PA news agency: "I think I’m proud that I didn’t lose my Scouse spirit.