X Factor 2012

X Factor winner James Arthur beat Christopher Maloney and Jahmene Douglas in the final 3. Chris Maloney exited the show on the final weekend following an incident with staff.

It's Official: Sharon Osbourne confirms she is returning to X Factor

Sharon Osbourne is returning to the X Factor, six years after leaving her seat on the panel. ITV confirmed on Wednesday that the feisty reality star will be joining judges Gary Barlow, Louis Walsh and...

Sharon Osbourne to return to 'X Factor' as a replacement for Tulisa

'X Factor' star Ella Henderson's parents held by police after raid on family home

Simon Cowell admits he found Cheryl Cole 'beautiful' during her 'X Factor' stint

Simon Cowell hits back at his critics on Twitter

Music mogul Simon Cowell has hit back at critics who claim he's lost his Midas touch. The X Factor boss saw the show suffer from its worst ratings last year, and commented "What I have realised...

Tulisa Contostavlos reportedly sacked from the 'X Factor'

Tulisa Contostavlos is set to leave the X Factor judging panel, according to reports. The 24-year-old, who found fame with urban trio N-Dubz, may be leaving leave the hot seat on the talent show...

Christopher Maloney: The rise, fall and rise again of the 'X Factor' contestant

Stumbling and shaking as he entered the audition hall, Christopher Maloney looked far from comfortable with the idea of stardom. But after sharing his musical prowess with the X Factor panel, the judges...

Nicole and Tulisa's best 'X Factor' hairstyles of 2012

Whilst singer James Arthur was crowned winner of this year's X Factor show, judges Nicole Scherzinger and Tulisa Contostavlos were having a competition of their own, often being spotted with similar haistyles...

Stylish showdown for stunning 'X Factor' ladies Nicole and Tulisa

The competition between 'X Factor' judges Nicole Scherzinger and Tulisa has been fierce in the style stakes this year. But the two lovely ladies both came out as winners for the final showdown on Sunday...

James Arthur crowned winner of 'X Factor'

James Arthur has been crowned the winner of X Factor 2012 after an emotional finale on Sunday night. The 24-year-old singer beat Jahmene Douglas to take the title in front of a 10,000-strong audience...

Union J miss out on a place in 'X Factor' semi-finals after receiving the least public votes

Boy band Union J have lost a place in the semi-finals after being eliminated from X Factor after receiving the least public votes. The three remaining acts are women's favourite James Arthur,...

'It feels so right,' says Rylan Clark as he bows out of 'X Factor'

The X Factor dream is over for Rylan Clark. The spray-tan loving Essex boy was sent home by a trio of judges on the ITV show after ending up in the last two of the public vote. The 24-year-old novelty...

How to braid 'Golden goddess' Ella Henderson's gorgeous Greek plaits

Since her debut performance at the X Factor auditions, Ella Henderson has stunned audiences with her fabulous voice and unique sense of style. Key to the talented young singer's look – named...

Big shock as Ella Henderson is eliminated from 'X Factor'

Ella Henderson has been eliminated from X Factor in what Scherzinger described as a "great tragedy" and host Dermot O'Leary dubbed "one of the biggest shocks we've ever had on the results...

The show goes on for Nicole Scherzinger after grandmother's funeral

A sombre Nicole Scherzinger was spotted emerging from the Tamarind restaurant in London on Thursday night, following a very tough week. The X Factor judge had just returned to London after...

Tulisa vs. Nicole: The best of the 'X Factor' fashion face-off

The rivalry is fierce onstage as the contestants battle it out to keep their place in the nation's favourite singing competition. But fans of the X Factor remain just as transfixed by the unspoken battle...

'X Factor' dream over for District 3 after Louis Walsh refuses to vote

X Factor became a battle of the boybands this weekend, as District 3 and Union J went head to head in the sing off. Finally trio District 3 were eliminated, ending their hopes of taking the competition...

'X Factor': Kye Sones eliminated after deadlock saves Rylan Clark

Kye Sones was eliminated from the X Factor after a deadlock saved controversial contestant Rylan Clark once again. Kye and Rylan had a sing off after the pair received the least amount of votes...

Fright night for 'X Factor's Rylan as he celebrates birthday with Halloween bash

Known for his flamboyant style and great sense of fun, X Factor star Rylan Clark was not one to shy away from the cameras on his birthday night out. The star celebrated his 24th with his fellow...

Taste of the A-list life for 'X Factor' contestants at 'Skyfall' premiere

If their music careers take off, the X factor contestants can expect this kind of treatment full time. But for now it was a rare treat for the TV star seach hopefuls as they joined a roll-call of celebrities...