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Jul 31, 2021 · In a new digital decade, it became harder and harder for The X Factor to prove itself as the ultimate crucible for British talent.
In a new digital decade, it became harder and harder for The X Factor to prove itself as the ultimate crucible for British talent. 'Punching down' X Factor acts thrived in the CD era....
Jul 30, 2021 · The X Factor was one of the places where a talented working-class kid could make their voice heard – literally. Secondly, the white British working-class are forever being lectured about what...
- Julie Burchill
- Jenna Macfarlane
- 2004 - Steve Brookstein. The first ever winner of the ITV talent show, Steve Brookestein triumphed after beating opera group G4 and young vocalist Tabby Callaghan.
- 2005 - Shayne Ward. Shayne Ward was crowned winner in 2005 after beating Andy Abraham. He went on to bag his first Christmas number one with That’s My Goal, which stayed at the top spot for four weeks.
- 2006 - Leona Lewis. Leona Lewis’ iconic winner’s single, A Moment Like This, went platinum after its release and stayed at number one for four weeks. She fought off Ray Quinn to the top spot on the show, and shortly became an internationally recognised name when she secured a £5million contract with J Records in America.
- 2007 - Leon Jackson. The Scottish X Factor star’s winning single, When You Believe, became the fastest selling single of 2007. He beat Rhydian Roberts to the win in a shocking twist.
Jul 29, 2021 · With news that Simon Cowell has finally agreed to axe The X Factor after 17 years, we take a look at some of the biggest and most successful stars the ITV reality show has produced over the...
- Zoe Delaney
Oct 11, 2021 · Naomi Kane. Grace says the ups and downs of the last four years have made her a stronger person. The whole experience has culminated - finally - in the release of her signature track, Roots, which...
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From Ant and Seb's rendition of Mysterious Girl to Alexandra Burke performing with Beyoncé - The X Factor's gave us many memorable moments of TV history.
