Sam Reece allegedly cheated on Stephanie Davis during a holiday she paid for. The 22-year-old actress has been slammed with criticism for striking up a romance with Jeremy McConnell in the 'Celebrity Big Brother' house while dating the model, but it seems their romance was on the rocks before she even entered the abode last month. Christopher Maloney, who was in the house with Stephanie until he was evicted two weeks ago, said: ''Since I got out people have been giving her a bad time and I think it's unfair. Her granddad has only just recently passed away, and there's certain...
- 2/3/2016
- Virgin Media - TV
Christopher Maloney has revealed Gemma Collins broke out of the 'Celebrity Big Brother' house four times. The 34-year-old reality TV star sparked outrage when she was seen booting down the emergency exit door and fleeing the infamous abode on two occasions following a series of blazing rows with her gobby housemate Stephanie Davis, 22. But the former 'X Factor' singer, who was axed from the show last night (27.01.16) during the live eviction, has dished the dirt on what really goes on behind closed doors and has admitted the bubbly blonde actually escaped four times. Speaking to Emma Willis after he left...
- 1/27/2016
- Virgin Media - TV
The X Factor knows how to create drama. From the blast of 'O Fortuna' as Simon Cowell and his buddies enter the stage, to former voiceover man Peter Dickson hamming it up, they've got the atmosphere nailed.
One of the most exciting elements of the show will always be the big Sunday night eliminations, especially if the dreaded Deadlock comes into play. Most of the time, the judges get it right, but sometimes there are downright shocks. Here are the biggest to date, brought to you in association with TalkTalk's new Bopheads app:
1. Laura White (series 5)
Wigan lass Laura was tipped for X Factor success in 2008's early stages, but found herself in a tough girls group with the public's favourite indie fairy Diana Vickers and future victor Alexandra Burke. Even so, no-one expected her to leave as early as the fifth week, especially with Ricky Gervais lookalike Daniel Evans still knocking around.
One of the most exciting elements of the show will always be the big Sunday night eliminations, especially if the dreaded Deadlock comes into play. Most of the time, the judges get it right, but sometimes there are downright shocks. Here are the biggest to date, brought to you in association with TalkTalk's new Bopheads app:
1. Laura White (series 5)
Wigan lass Laura was tipped for X Factor success in 2008's early stages, but found herself in a tough girls group with the public's favourite indie fairy Diana Vickers and future victor Alexandra Burke. Even so, no-one expected her to leave as early as the fifth week, especially with Ricky Gervais lookalike Daniel Evans still knocking around.
- 10/2/2015
- Digital Spy
Two Overs in The X Factor Grand Finale. Who'd-a-thunk it?
Fleur East and Ben Haenow have beaten off Jack Walton, Stereo Kicks and Stevi Ritchie (oh, behave!) to make it to Wembley tonight.
And although we won't be seeing Andi Peters at the CD printing press (more for shame), we can expect more Louis Walsh, celebratory sausages and One Direction.
Crack out the eggnog and join Digital Spy as we await the news of whether Fleur or Ben will follow the illustrious steps of Shayne Ward, Steve Brookstein and Leon Jackson to take The X Factor crown.
Even more exciting than that, we're also hoping for an update on whether Labrinth ever had his wisdom teeth out...
22:01Anyway, that's it everyone! With one last plug for the tour, we're over and out. Goodnight all!
21:59There are too many X Factor finalists there with shaved sides of their heads.
Fleur East and Ben Haenow have beaten off Jack Walton, Stereo Kicks and Stevi Ritchie (oh, behave!) to make it to Wembley tonight.
And although we won't be seeing Andi Peters at the CD printing press (more for shame), we can expect more Louis Walsh, celebratory sausages and One Direction.
Crack out the eggnog and join Digital Spy as we await the news of whether Fleur or Ben will follow the illustrious steps of Shayne Ward, Steve Brookstein and Leon Jackson to take The X Factor crown.
Even more exciting than that, we're also hoping for an update on whether Labrinth ever had his wisdom teeth out...
22:01Anyway, that's it everyone! With one last plug for the tour, we're over and out. Goodnight all!
21:59There are too many X Factor finalists there with shaved sides of their heads.
- 12/14/2014
- Digital Spy
Two Overs in The X Factor Grand Finale. Who'd-a-thunk it?
Fleur East and Ben Haenow have beaten off Jack Walton, Stereo Kicks and Stevi Ritchie (oh, behave!) to make it to Wembley tonight.
And although we won't be seeing Andi Peters at the CD printing press (more for shame), we can expect more Louis Walsh, celebratory sausages and One Direction.
Crack out the eggnog and join Digital Spy as we await the news of whether Fleur or Ben will follow the illustrious steps of Shayne Ward, Steve Brookstein and Leon Jackson to take The X Factor crown.
Even more exciting than that, we're also hoping for an update on whether Labrinth ever had his wisdom teeth out...
22:01Anyway, that's it everyone! With one last plug for the tour, we're over and out. Goodnight all!
21:59There are too many X Factor finalists there with shaved sides of their heads.
Fleur East and Ben Haenow have beaten off Jack Walton, Stereo Kicks and Stevi Ritchie (oh, behave!) to make it to Wembley tonight.
And although we won't be seeing Andi Peters at the CD printing press (more for shame), we can expect more Louis Walsh, celebratory sausages and One Direction.
Crack out the eggnog and join Digital Spy as we await the news of whether Fleur or Ben will follow the illustrious steps of Shayne Ward, Steve Brookstein and Leon Jackson to take The X Factor crown.
Even more exciting than that, we're also hoping for an update on whether Labrinth ever had his wisdom teeth out...
22:01Anyway, that's it everyone! With one last plug for the tour, we're over and out. Goodnight all!
21:59There are too many X Factor finalists there with shaved sides of their heads.
- 12/14/2014
- Digital Spy
So the popcorn, sparkly score paddles and Donny Osmond have all been put back into storage after the excitement of Movie Week. And now the Strictly Come Dancing show must go on!
Tonight, the remaining 13 dancers will give it their best (Scott Mills will probably just give it...) to avoid the dance-off and face more humiliation fun next week.
So join Digital Spy as we pull up an armchair and chow down on some top-notch tangos and smashing salsas...
20:23Thanks for watching along with Digital Spy, and don't forget to tune into the results show at 7.20pm. Oh, and to come back to DS at 7.20pm too! Goodnight!
20:22Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga are on tomorrow. Truly something for all the family. Well, your eight-year-old niece and granny, anyway.
20:19Time for the all-important time wasting recap now. And we get to re-live the horrors of Scott's Total Eclipse of the Rhythm.
Tonight, the remaining 13 dancers will give it their best (Scott Mills will probably just give it...) to avoid the dance-off and face more humiliation fun next week.
So join Digital Spy as we pull up an armchair and chow down on some top-notch tangos and smashing salsas...
20:23Thanks for watching along with Digital Spy, and don't forget to tune into the results show at 7.20pm. Oh, and to come back to DS at 7.20pm too! Goodnight!
20:22Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga are on tomorrow. Truly something for all the family. Well, your eight-year-old niece and granny, anyway.
20:19Time for the all-important time wasting recap now. And we get to re-live the horrors of Scott's Total Eclipse of the Rhythm.
- 10/18/2014
- Digital Spy
Sam Bailey, Luke Friend and Nicholas McDonald. These are our X Factor final three. The most uninspiring bunch of finalists since the grim days of series four, when Rhydian and Leon duked it out to a bore draw.
And even that series had Same Difference to help lighten the mood.
What have we got this year? We'll have to make do with Nicole Scherzinger waffling on about mushrooms and Sam Bailey's "balls".
This weekend's semi-final saw us bid farewell to Rough Copy, the final act in the competition that didn't have the energy levels and personality of a sloth.
Unfortunately, the trio were just a bit too odd for X Factor voters.
From their leather vests, bow-ties and backpack fancy dress combos to the giddy post-performance interviews with Dermot (did anyone think to point out that their "Rc!" chat sounded a lot like "arsey"?), they were never going to...
And even that series had Same Difference to help lighten the mood.
What have we got this year? We'll have to make do with Nicole Scherzinger waffling on about mushrooms and Sam Bailey's "balls".
This weekend's semi-final saw us bid farewell to Rough Copy, the final act in the competition that didn't have the energy levels and personality of a sloth.
Unfortunately, the trio were just a bit too odd for X Factor voters.
From their leather vests, bow-ties and backpack fancy dress combos to the giddy post-performance interviews with Dermot (did anyone think to point out that their "Rc!" chat sounded a lot like "arsey"?), they were never going to...
- 12/9/2013
- Digital Spy
The X Factor final is only two weeks away, but one of the remaining five contestants will fail to reach the epic heights scaled by Christopher Maloney, Eoghan Quigg, et al after falling victim to this week's 'Musical Heroes' special.
Tonight, Sam Bailey, Tamera and co will attempt to secure a place in the semi-finals by singing tracks from their favourite artists, as well as a second song chosen by you! So any comments from the judges about song choice should be taken as a personal slight.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we experience the highs, lows and fluffled lyrics (Tamera's got two whole songs, it's inevitable) of 'Jukebox Week'.
21:46Tomorrow's results show sees 'two of X Factor's finest' performing, Rebecca Ferguson (fair enough, she's really nice) and James Arthur (....oh). Thanks for joining us on the live blog tonight, guys. Feel free to keep on commenting...
Tonight, Sam Bailey, Tamera and co will attempt to secure a place in the semi-finals by singing tracks from their favourite artists, as well as a second song chosen by you! So any comments from the judges about song choice should be taken as a personal slight.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we experience the highs, lows and fluffled lyrics (Tamera's got two whole songs, it's inevitable) of 'Jukebox Week'.
21:46Tomorrow's results show sees 'two of X Factor's finest' performing, Rebecca Ferguson (fair enough, she's really nice) and James Arthur (....oh). Thanks for joining us on the live blog tonight, guys. Feel free to keep on commenting...
- 11/30/2013
- Digital Spy
There are loads of fun ways to celebrate a tenth birthday. Going bowling, heading to Laserquest or even hiring a clown.
But for The X Factor, they have decided to shun all of these great ideas (Ok, maybe except the last one. Hi Louis!) in favour of something completely different…
Tonight, the remaining six contestants are saying 'Happy Birthday' by paying homage to the very best of what the show has produced over the past decade, from Alexandra to Leona, McElderry to, um, Ward.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we pop on the party hats for what is definitely going to be this weekend's most important TV show birthday celebration…
21:29Goodnight, everyone!
21:29Leave your comments below, and don't forget to come back tomorrow night at 8pm to see who's going to be sent packing. Personally, I predict a Tamera/Hannah showdown - with Dermot immediately going to...
But for The X Factor, they have decided to shun all of these great ideas (Ok, maybe except the last one. Hi Louis!) in favour of something completely different…
Tonight, the remaining six contestants are saying 'Happy Birthday' by paying homage to the very best of what the show has produced over the past decade, from Alexandra to Leona, McElderry to, um, Ward.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we pop on the party hats for what is definitely going to be this weekend's most important TV show birthday celebration…
21:29Goodnight, everyone!
21:29Leave your comments below, and don't forget to come back tomorrow night at 8pm to see who's going to be sent packing. Personally, I predict a Tamera/Hannah showdown - with Dermot immediately going to...
- 11/23/2013
- Digital Spy
It's time to get the bunting out as The X Factor celebrates the best of British tonight (November 16).
Our seven remaining singers will be taking on hits from the likes of Adele, Sir Elton John and Coldplay, but will they do their nation proud?
This time last year we were treated to Christopher Maloney's defiant 'I'm Still Standing' and a fabulously Ott Spice Girls medley from Rylan. Whether we can expect to reach such levels of entertainment this year remains to be seen.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we settle down ready for this week's show...
21:27Be sure to join us at 8pm tomorrow for more X Factor thoughts and to discover who will be the next to leave the competition. There's also performances from Gary Barlow and Miley Cyrus to look forward to. See you then!
21:25Thank you for all your comments as always. I hope you've enjoyed reading.
Our seven remaining singers will be taking on hits from the likes of Adele, Sir Elton John and Coldplay, but will they do their nation proud?
This time last year we were treated to Christopher Maloney's defiant 'I'm Still Standing' and a fabulously Ott Spice Girls medley from Rylan. Whether we can expect to reach such levels of entertainment this year remains to be seen.
Join Digital Spy from 8pm as we settle down ready for this week's show...
21:27Be sure to join us at 8pm tomorrow for more X Factor thoughts and to discover who will be the next to leave the competition. There's also performances from Gary Barlow and Miley Cyrus to look forward to. See you then!
21:25Thank you for all your comments as always. I hope you've enjoyed reading.
- 11/16/2013
- Digital Spy
We're already into our third week of X Factor live shows, so it's time to inject a little bit of Hollywood glamour into proceedings - enter Movie Week! This has always been a good one for Louis Walsh's rulebook (or, alternatively, Louis Walsh's bizarre choice of a song from Gummo) so let's hope for some more drama tonight.
With Miss Dynamix back in the mix, Abi Alton (hopefully) not too injured after last week's fall and Nicole Scherzinger suitably filled up with Greggs sausage rolls, who knows what could be happening?
Well, Digital Spy will be here to bring you all the action, so join us when the show starts at 8pm on ITV to find out what's going down as Hollywood meets X Factor. And make sure you to get in on the fun by leaving your comments below and on our Twitter page...
21:57So that's that then!
With Miss Dynamix back in the mix, Abi Alton (hopefully) not too injured after last week's fall and Nicole Scherzinger suitably filled up with Greggs sausage rolls, who knows what could be happening?
Well, Digital Spy will be here to bring you all the action, so join us when the show starts at 8pm on ITV to find out what's going down as Hollywood meets X Factor. And make sure you to get in on the fun by leaving your comments below and on our Twitter page...
21:57So that's that then!
- 10/26/2013
- Digital Spy
X Factor series 10's Live Shows kicked off with an '80s Week theme. Joy Division, Billy Bragg, C86, Metallica and the Beastie Boys were all surprisingly snubbed as song choices in favour of Whitney, Bryan Adams and Phil Collins.
Who would ever accuse The X Factor of being predictable?
The song choices weren't the only predictable thing on Saturday night as the old Louis Walsh book of clichés was wheeled out ("This is the toughest challenge yet", "The word with you is potential", "international stars", "you've got the whole package"), and a bunch of oiled-up backing dancers and various wacky stage antics (lifts, giant boxes, wind machines) masked many a vocal sin.
Even, Dermot's embarrassing dad opening dance routine has been ditched this year. Did he draw the line at twerking? The whole show has been Barlow-fied. No joke acts. No silliness. Even Sharon Osbourne, when she was vaguely coherent,...
Who would ever accuse The X Factor of being predictable?
The song choices weren't the only predictable thing on Saturday night as the old Louis Walsh book of clichés was wheeled out ("This is the toughest challenge yet", "The word with you is potential", "international stars", "you've got the whole package"), and a bunch of oiled-up backing dancers and various wacky stage antics (lifts, giant boxes, wind machines) masked many a vocal sin.
Even, Dermot's embarrassing dad opening dance routine has been ditched this year. Did he draw the line at twerking? The whole show has been Barlow-fied. No joke acts. No silliness. Even Sharon Osbourne, when she was vaguely coherent,...
- 10/13/2013
- Digital Spy
1. Pe-ter Dick-Son!
Abi Alton. Luke Friend. Kingsland Rd. Nobody will ever match Rachel Adedeji will they? Speaking of Rachel Adedeji...
We know it wasn't technically in the Live Shows, but that video never gets old.
2. They gave us Wagner.
Glorious.
3. When they make Dermot dance.
What are the odds that Dermot will be twerking by the end of this year's series?
4. The incredible showmances.
Eggnog Quigglet and The Vickers way back in series 5. I bet The Vickers still has that Vote for Eggnog t-shirt under her pillow.
Harry Styles and Caroline Flack in series 7. A romance for the ages. Very different ages.
That woman who replaced Goldie Cheung. Some guy who was in a rubbish boyband. Yeah, series 8 was a bit rubbish.
Tesco Mary always denied it, but the sexual power of Wagner must surely have been too powerful to resist back in series 7.
5. Genuine moments of joy and happiness.
Abi Alton. Luke Friend. Kingsland Rd. Nobody will ever match Rachel Adedeji will they? Speaking of Rachel Adedeji...
We know it wasn't technically in the Live Shows, but that video never gets old.
2. They gave us Wagner.
Glorious.
3. When they make Dermot dance.
What are the odds that Dermot will be twerking by the end of this year's series?
4. The incredible showmances.
Eggnog Quigglet and The Vickers way back in series 5. I bet The Vickers still has that Vote for Eggnog t-shirt under her pillow.
Harry Styles and Caroline Flack in series 7. A romance for the ages. Very different ages.
That woman who replaced Goldie Cheung. Some guy who was in a rubbish boyband. Yeah, series 8 was a bit rubbish.
Tesco Mary always denied it, but the sexual power of Wagner must surely have been too powerful to resist back in series 7.
5. Genuine moments of joy and happiness.
- 10/12/2013
- Digital Spy
Fans of the Dolly Rockers have reacted angrily to the group's exit from The X Factor.
The girl group - who previously auditioned in 2006 - were eliminated after their arena audition failed to impress judges Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh and Nicole Scherzinger.
The group scored minor hits with 'Je Suis Une Dolly' and 'Gold Digger' in 2009 and auditioned for the tenth series of the ITV singing contest following a lineup change.
Their performance of Macklemore and Ryan Lewis's 'Can't Hold Us' in front of 4,000 people at Wembley Arena wasn't enough to secure them a place at Boot Camp.
However, fans of the group have criticised the decision, with many objecting to Gary Barlow's decision to send the girls home.
They put a fucking yodeller through but not the @TheDollyRockers I'm streaming
— Maaaegan. (@maeganciara) September 8, 2013
It annoys me so much what Gary said about @TheDollyRockers when his...
The girl group - who previously auditioned in 2006 - were eliminated after their arena audition failed to impress judges Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh and Nicole Scherzinger.
The group scored minor hits with 'Je Suis Une Dolly' and 'Gold Digger' in 2009 and auditioned for the tenth series of the ITV singing contest following a lineup change.
Their performance of Macklemore and Ryan Lewis's 'Can't Hold Us' in front of 4,000 people at Wembley Arena wasn't enough to secure them a place at Boot Camp.
However, fans of the group have criticised the decision, with many objecting to Gary Barlow's decision to send the girls home.
They put a fucking yodeller through but not the @TheDollyRockers I'm streaming
— Maaaegan. (@maeganciara) September 8, 2013
It annoys me so much what Gary said about @TheDollyRockers when his...
- 9/8/2013
- Digital Spy
The X Factor is back. Depending on where you stand, either clap your hands and do a gleeful jig or run for the hills. It's going to be on ITV on Saturdays (and Sundays) all the way through to Christmas, so you can either deal with it or lock yourself in a cupboard until New Year's.
This is the 10th year of X Factor and to celebrate ITV are expanding (or stretching thin - depending on your viewpoint) the audition shows across the weekend, a double header, an all-you-can-eat buffet of warbling, belting and Emeli Sandé covers.
After an underwhelming and dour series nine (Rylan, miserable judges, Christopher Maloney), Simon Cowell and the X Factor big cheeses have attempted some format tweaks and twists to try to wrestle back the viewers from Bruce Forsyth and the sequin-clad dancers on BBC One.
The biggest change to the format is a return to closed audition rooms.
This is the 10th year of X Factor and to celebrate ITV are expanding (or stretching thin - depending on your viewpoint) the audition shows across the weekend, a double header, an all-you-can-eat buffet of warbling, belting and Emeli Sandé covers.
After an underwhelming and dour series nine (Rylan, miserable judges, Christopher Maloney), Simon Cowell and the X Factor big cheeses have attempted some format tweaks and twists to try to wrestle back the viewers from Bruce Forsyth and the sequin-clad dancers on BBC One.
The biggest change to the format is a return to closed audition rooms.
- 8/30/2013
- Digital Spy
Some of The X Factor's most popular acts ever join Caroline Flack and Matt Richardson in a new promo for this year's series of The Xtra Factor.
Rylan Clark, Union J, Amelia Lily, Christopher Maloney, Diva Fever, Andy Abraham and Kye Sones are among the former contestants who met up with the presenting duo for a street party celebrating 10 years of The X Factor.
The clip also features quick glimpses of action from this year's Xtra Factor, including footage from auditions and clips of Flack and her new co-host Richardson mingling with judges Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne, Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh.
Other highlights include Clark attacking a cut-out of Barlow with an ice cream, Richardson creeping out auditionees with his hugs, Flack giving him a slap outside Coronation Street's Rovers Return, and Osbourne saying "testicles".
The latest promo comes ahead of the reveal of a 'fifth judge'...
Rylan Clark, Union J, Amelia Lily, Christopher Maloney, Diva Fever, Andy Abraham and Kye Sones are among the former contestants who met up with the presenting duo for a street party celebrating 10 years of The X Factor.
The clip also features quick glimpses of action from this year's Xtra Factor, including footage from auditions and clips of Flack and her new co-host Richardson mingling with judges Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne, Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh.
Other highlights include Clark attacking a cut-out of Barlow with an ice cream, Richardson creeping out auditionees with his hugs, Flack giving him a slap outside Coronation Street's Rovers Return, and Osbourne saying "testicles".
The latest promo comes ahead of the reveal of a 'fifth judge'...
- 8/28/2013
- Digital Spy
X Factor 2012 wildcard act Amy Mottram is among the contestants returning for the TV talent show's 10th series.
Mottram was rejected by Tulisa Contostavlos at Judges' Houses last year and lost out to Christopher Maloney in the public wildcard vote.
However, the Essex singer is back for a second attempt at pop fame and appeared at this year's auditions singing 'I Know Where I've Been' by Queen Latifah.
2011 contestant Terry Winstanley, who also made Judges' Houses, has also returned. He sang Michael Bolton's 'When I'm Back On My Feet Again' for Nicole Scherzinger, Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh.
It has also been reported on the Digital Spy forums that former contestant Melanie McCabe is back for a fourth attempt at reaching the Live Shows.
The X Factor series 10 starts on ITV later this year.
Digital Spy speaks to the X Factor judges and hosts:...
Mottram was rejected by Tulisa Contostavlos at Judges' Houses last year and lost out to Christopher Maloney in the public wildcard vote.
However, the Essex singer is back for a second attempt at pop fame and appeared at this year's auditions singing 'I Know Where I've Been' by Queen Latifah.
2011 contestant Terry Winstanley, who also made Judges' Houses, has also returned. He sang Michael Bolton's 'When I'm Back On My Feet Again' for Nicole Scherzinger, Gary Barlow, Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh.
It has also been reported on the Digital Spy forums that former contestant Melanie McCabe is back for a fourth attempt at reaching the Live Shows.
The X Factor series 10 starts on ITV later this year.
Digital Spy speaks to the X Factor judges and hosts:...
- 7/18/2013
- Digital Spy
Will David Walliams finally kiss Simon Cowell? How many times can Amanda Holden cry in one week? Why isn't there a dancing dog on the bill? There are lots of questions hanging over this week's Britain's Got Talent Live Semi-Finals and hopefully we'll get some answers over the next six days.
The first semi-final this evening features the usual smattering of singers, dancers, oddballs and Wtf-are-they-doing acts, and as always Ant & Dec are challenged with holding the whole thing together while a circus of tears and tantrums surrounds them.
> Got Talent semi-final 1: Watch the acts
22:01Well, that's all folks. One show down. Four more to go. Same time, same place tomorrow. We'll be here. Hopefully for laughs and a little bit more talent.
22:00Just time for Richard and Adam to come back on stage and thank their fans. They claim that they've been working hard on their act for years.
The first semi-final this evening features the usual smattering of singers, dancers, oddballs and Wtf-are-they-doing acts, and as always Ant & Dec are challenged with holding the whole thing together while a circus of tears and tantrums surrounds them.
> Got Talent semi-final 1: Watch the acts
22:01Well, that's all folks. One show down. Four more to go. Same time, same place tomorrow. We'll be here. Hopefully for laughs and a little bit more talent.
22:00Just time for Richard and Adam to come back on stage and thank their fans. They claim that they've been working hard on their act for years.
- 5/27/2013
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney has signed a record deal.
The former X Factor singer told the Liverpool Echo that he would release his debut album with independent label Tristar Records.
"I wanted full control over what I was doing and full creativity and I wanted a label that will look after me. I didn't want to go somewhere with big artists where I would be put on the sideline," Maloney said.
"If I signed with another record company, it would have been a lot longer process and my fans are waiting for my album now."
He added that the record will be "different to what people will expect" and be "similar to Will Young's sound when he first came out".
"There's two people writing it at the moment and one producer," Maloney confirmed.
"People are expecting an album full of covers but that's not what I'm going to do. There may...
The former X Factor singer told the Liverpool Echo that he would release his debut album with independent label Tristar Records.
"I wanted full control over what I was doing and full creativity and I wanted a label that will look after me. I didn't want to go somewhere with big artists where I would be put on the sideline," Maloney said.
"If I signed with another record company, it would have been a lot longer process and my fans are waiting for my album now."
He added that the record will be "different to what people will expect" and be "similar to Will Young's sound when he first came out".
"There's two people writing it at the moment and one producer," Maloney confirmed.
"People are expecting an album full of covers but that's not what I'm going to do. There may...
- 4/24/2013
- Digital Spy
The X Factor has cancelled planned auditions for Liverpool for this year's series.
The Mirror reports that producers are considering Plymouth as a replacement. Though officially the change has been explained as "mixing it up", insiders have said that a lack of talent from the city has made them rethink Liverpool as an audition venue, despite the success of Christopher Maloney in the 2012 series.
The city's deputy mayor and former culture spokesman Gary Millar criticised the move as "nonsense".
He said: "It's ridiculous to say Liverpool doesn't have talent. The last three finalists came from Merseyside.
"Liverpool is the city with 57 number one hits. The history of bands and upcoming venues is second to none. From buskers, to schools, to groups, music is part of Liverpool's heritage. People from all over the world gravitate to Liverpool for our music."
Newcastle has also been axed after featuring last year, leaving the...
The Mirror reports that producers are considering Plymouth as a replacement. Though officially the change has been explained as "mixing it up", insiders have said that a lack of talent from the city has made them rethink Liverpool as an audition venue, despite the success of Christopher Maloney in the 2012 series.
The city's deputy mayor and former culture spokesman Gary Millar criticised the move as "nonsense".
He said: "It's ridiculous to say Liverpool doesn't have talent. The last three finalists came from Merseyside.
"Liverpool is the city with 57 number one hits. The history of bands and upcoming venues is second to none. From buskers, to schools, to groups, music is part of Liverpool's heritage. People from all over the world gravitate to Liverpool for our music."
Newcastle has also been axed after featuring last year, leaving the...
- 3/30/2013
- Digital Spy
When did primetime fluffy Saturday night TV suddenly turn into an evening of music industry A&R mechanics?
At some point over the last decade's long slog of Pop Idols, Britain's Got Talents, Fame Academies and nine series of X Factor, the emphasis switched from light entertainment to record sales.
Watching recent series of X Factor, it's occasionally felt like we were watching a meeting between record execs rather than a glossy family TV spectacle. The fearsome annihilation of cruise ship warbler Christopher Maloney by the producers and judges felt like a tipping point in the show's history as the singer's crime of being 'not very cool' seemed to excuse no-holds barred treatment of the blubbering Liverpudlian.
When the voting results were revealed, it turned out that Maloney had been topping the votes since week one. Despite a hammering from the judges and all the cool credentials of tattooed grumble-guts James Arthur,...
At some point over the last decade's long slog of Pop Idols, Britain's Got Talents, Fame Academies and nine series of X Factor, the emphasis switched from light entertainment to record sales.
Watching recent series of X Factor, it's occasionally felt like we were watching a meeting between record execs rather than a glossy family TV spectacle. The fearsome annihilation of cruise ship warbler Christopher Maloney by the producers and judges felt like a tipping point in the show's history as the singer's crime of being 'not very cool' seemed to excuse no-holds barred treatment of the blubbering Liverpudlian.
When the voting results were revealed, it turned out that Maloney had been topping the votes since week one. Despite a hammering from the judges and all the cool credentials of tattooed grumble-guts James Arthur,...
- 3/29/2013
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney had ''a breakdown'' after appearing on 'The X Factor'. The former cruise ship singer came third in last year's contest and admits he struggled to cope with the constant jibes he received, both by show judges and fans of the programmes, and resorted to therapy when it ended. He said: ''I had a breakdown. I went home the Monday after the show finished and a psychologist came to see me. I wasn't struggling because I was a sore loser, but because of all I'd had to endure. It was hard to keep a grasp of reality.'' After his departure, Christopher -...
- 3/14/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Christopher Maloney had ''a breakdown'' after appearing on 'The X Factor'. The former cruise ship singer came third in last year's contest and admits he struggled to cope with the constant jibes he received, both by show judges and fans of the programmes, and resorted to therapy when it ended. He said: ''I had a breakdown. I went home the Monday after the show finished and a psychologist came to see me. I wasn't struggling because I was a sore loser, but because of all I'd had to endure. It was hard to keep a grasp of reality.'' After his departure, Christopher -...
- 3/14/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
In his new film Java Heat, Kellan Lutz does bare-chested pull-ups from the ceiling, no-feet pushups, then decides to get a Thai massage, baring his perfectly sculpted behind in these Nsfw shots. Sadly, when he flips over, there's a man blocking the shot just perfectly. The director should be fired.
In what has to be the funniest news to come out of Vatican City in a while, the Vatican bought a share in a giant Roman apartment block that just happens to house the largest gay men's sauna in Europe. The priests will have a short commute.
Third place The X Factor finalist Christopher Maloney has come out as gay. ”Do you know what, I’m going to admit it – yeah. Honestly, I’ve never denied it or anything like that. It’s just that with the show it was always an inappropriate time or people just asked inappropriate questions.
In what has to be the funniest news to come out of Vatican City in a while, the Vatican bought a share in a giant Roman apartment block that just happens to house the largest gay men's sauna in Europe. The priests will have a short commute.
Third place The X Factor finalist Christopher Maloney has come out as gay. ”Do you know what, I’m going to admit it – yeah. Honestly, I’ve never denied it or anything like that. It’s just that with the show it was always an inappropriate time or people just asked inappropriate questions.
- 3/12/2013
- by lostinmiami
- The Backlot
'The X Factor' will try to appeal to older viewers next series. The singing competition will attempt to win back audiences by featuring songs from the 1970s and 80s for the older generation to recognise after dropping millions of viewers last year. Research conducted by ITV reportedly found one of the reasons viewers tuned out of the show was because there were too many current chart songs and not enough ''classics''. Meanwhile, 35-year-old cruise ship singer Christopher Maloney's success in the competition is being linked to him singing older songs such as 'The Rose' by Bette Midler and 'Total Eclipse of the Heart'...
- 3/12/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
'The X Factor' will try to appeal to older viewers next series. The singing competition will attempt to win back audiences by featuring songs from the 1970s and 80s for the older generation to recognise after dropping millions of viewers last year. Research conducted by ITV reportedly found one of the reasons viewers tuned out of the show was because there were too many current chart songs and not enough ''classics''. Meanwhile, 35-year-old cruise ship singer Christopher Maloney's success in the competition is being linked to him singing older songs such as 'The Rose' by Bette Midler and 'Total Eclipse of the Heart'...
- 3/12/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
X Factor producers are reportedly deciding whether to use more classic songs in this year's live shows.
Research carried out by ITV executives is said to suggest that ratings may have dipped due to the finalists performing too many chart hits, reports The Sun.
ITV's surveys allegedly discovered that using modern songs did not attract older viewers.
Christopher Maloney's success on the show was also attributed to his use of mainly classic tunes.
A source explained: "The X Factor is a cool competition, but first and foremost it's a family entertainment show - it has to appeal to all ages.
"Including more songs from the 1970s and 1980s will help it stay connected with mums, dads and grandparents who don't know the latest chart sensation.
"Chris sang songs older viewers could sing along to. He got votes because people figured it would guarantee they heard something they knew each week.
Research carried out by ITV executives is said to suggest that ratings may have dipped due to the finalists performing too many chart hits, reports The Sun.
ITV's surveys allegedly discovered that using modern songs did not attract older viewers.
Christopher Maloney's success on the show was also attributed to his use of mainly classic tunes.
A source explained: "The X Factor is a cool competition, but first and foremost it's a family entertainment show - it has to appeal to all ages.
"Including more songs from the 1970s and 1980s will help it stay connected with mums, dads and grandparents who don't know the latest chart sensation.
"Chris sang songs older viewers could sing along to. He got votes because people figured it would guarantee they heard something they knew each week.
- 3/12/2013
- Digital Spy
We're right in the heart of silly season in X Factor land. With memories of James Arthur, Rylan Clark and MK1 (remember them!) slowly drifting away, talk of series 10 and this year's judging lineup had become a hot topic for Saturday night TV fans currently stuck in a pre-Voice/Britain's Got Talent Saturday no-man's land with only D-listers in drag on Let's Dance and some bloke from EastEnders ice skating to save us.
So who will be behind the desk on this year's X Factor? Digital Spy takes a look at the judges merry-go-round to try and figure out who is in and who is out.
Gary Barlow
After two years on the panel and not much talent to show for it (Marcus Collins, Christopher Maloney, Cocozza!) many expected Gary Barlow to be jumping off the X Factor funfair in 2013. He's never looked 100% comfortable with the show's balance between entertainment...
So who will be behind the desk on this year's X Factor? Digital Spy takes a look at the judges merry-go-round to try and figure out who is in and who is out.
Gary Barlow
After two years on the panel and not much talent to show for it (Marcus Collins, Christopher Maloney, Cocozza!) many expected Gary Barlow to be jumping off the X Factor funfair in 2013. He's never looked 100% comfortable with the show's balance between entertainment...
- 2/28/2013
- Digital Spy
The X Factor live tour kicked off in Manchester last night (January 26). Series winner James Arthur was joined by Jahmene Douglas, Ella Henderson, Christopher Maloney, District 3, Union J and Celebrity Big Brother winner Rylan Clark. Clark was whisked off to Manchester straight after his stint on Celebrity Big Brother, and tweeted: "Great start to the tour ! And all on 45 (more)...
- 1/27/2013
- by By Donna Cini
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney decided to avoid The X Factor wrap party, claiming he was too unwell to go. The controversial finalist was notably absent from the star-studded party in London last night, which saw the judges, finalists and crew of The X Factor celebrating the latest series. Maloney himself took to Twitter to explain away his absence, saying he was still unwell with a sore throat. One tweet yesterday (December 11) read: "Ello guys, thank u all so much for ur love and support over the months. I'm still unwell right now, your all truly amazing." He later clarified that he had been invited by tweeting: "Thank u @TheXFactor for my ticket to the wrap party tonight in London. I'm still unwell, but see u all soon. thanks for making my dreams xx" There were rumours that he might have been barred, following accusations from fellow contestant (more)...
- 12/12/2012
- by By Alice Edwards
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney called Carolynne Poole a **** when she didn't say hello to him, the brunette star has revealed. The country singer claims the former cruise ship crooner was abusive to her at rehearsals for 'The X Factor' final on Sunday (09.12.12) - where he reportedly turned up ''clearly drunk'' - because she ''didn't kiss his a**e''. Carolynne - who was voted off the show in the first week - said: ''After 10 weeks the mask came off, it was like he couldn't keep it up any more. ''He came in and basically, because I didn't say hi and kiss his a***,...
- 12/11/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Christopher Maloney could be dropped from The X Factor tour, according to the latest reports. The controversial contestant, who finished third in the competition over the weekend, was apparently kicked out of the final group performance last night after turning up late for rehearsals. He allegedly appeared to have been drinking alcohol and went on to verbally abuse production staff because he only had one line in the performance. Several reports claim that he called fellow contestant Carolynne Poole a "c**t" and stormed out of the studio. Producers confirmed he had chosen to go back to Liverpool, but he later turned up at the studio and pleaded to be included in the performance. (more)...
- 12/10/2012
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
The voting statistics for The X Factor 2012 have been revealed. The results, which were announced live on The Xtra Factor tonight (December 9), saw Christopher Maloney as the public's choice for the first seven weeks of the live shows. He also stormed the wildcard vote against Times Red, Amy Mottram and Adam Burridge, receiving 63.5% of votes cast. Runner-up Jahmene Douglas was also disclosed to have come second every week apart from week eight, when James Arthur topped the vote, followed by Maloney. Arthur then remained in pole position for the semi-final and last night's final live show. Most of the eliminated acts also came last on the week that they left the show, apart from Union J, who received 11.7% of the vote to fellow boyband District3's 10.4%, after 'Best of British' week. The X Factor voting (more)...
- 12/9/2012
- by By Amy Bell
- Digital Spy
The voting statistics for The X Factor 2012 have been revealed. The results, which were announced live on The Xtra Factor tonight (December 9), saw Christopher Maloney as the public's choice for the first seven weeks of the live shows. He also stormed the wildcard vote against Times Red, Amy Mottram and Adam Burridge, receiving 63.5% of votes cast. Runner-up Jahmene Douglas was also disclosed to have come second every week apart from week eight, when James Arthur topped the vote, followed by Maloney. Arthur then remained in pole position for the semi-final and last night's final live show. Most of the eliminated acts also came last on the week that they left the show, apart from Union J, who received 11.7% of the vote to fellow boyband District3's 10.4%, after 'Best of British' week. The X Factor voting (more)...
- 12/9/2012
- by By Amy Bell
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney has claimed he is being bullied as part of a "witch hunt". The X Factor finalist took to Twitter tonight (December 9) to deny reports that he was kicked off tonight's final after turning up to rehearsals 'smelling of alcohol'. He posted: "yes I am being bullied! big time. there u go xx witch hunt xx" He began by denying the reports surrounding his absence from tonight's final in Manchester, saying that he had a "sore throat". He tweeted: "thank u @TheXFactor had a wonderful Time. an amazing experience. love u all. sorry I had a sore throat an doctor signed me off. good luck x" He continued: "take no notice of crap in papers! I'm fine. it's just a final stretch of sensational headlines lol. whatever xx we know the truth xx" (more)...
- 12/9/2012
- by By Sam Rigby
- Digital Spy
James Arthur has won The X Factor. He was announced as the champion of this year's series after beating Jahmene Douglas in tonight's (December 9) final at Manchester Central. Both of Nicole Scherzinger's acts made it to tonight's head-to-head final after Christopher Maloney was eliminated last night (December 8). Arthur admitted he didn't know what to say after hearing the result, but thanked fans for supporting him. He will release a cover of Shontelle's 'Impossible' as his winner's single, with 100% of the proceeds going to the children's charity Together For Short Lives. Arthur becomes the first ever winner of The X Factor to have fallen into the bottom two. He was in danger of leaving the competition along with favourite Ella Henderson in week seven, but was saved by the public vote when the judges (more)...
- 12/9/2012
- by By Sam Rigby
- Digital Spy
Gary Barlow has hinted he is to leave 'The X Factor'. The Take That judge - whose remaining act Christopher Maloney was placed third last night (08.12.12) has been the subject of speculation that show chief Simon Cowell plans to fire him from the panel, but insists the music mogul may not get the chance. He said: ''I don't know if there is room in my diary for 'X Factor' next year, if I am honest.'' Gary, 41, is also said to be concerned about the show's falling ratings and would rather return to his pop career in order to avoid...
- 12/9/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
The X Factor kicked off its final weekend with less fanfare than previous two years, in the overnight ratings at least. The singing contest's two-hour show, which culminated in Christopher Maloney's exit, averaged 9.29m (a 38.4% share) between 8pm and 10pm, adding 209,000 on ITV1 +1 while 960k (5.1%) caught The Xtra Factor on ITV2. Although The X Factor made a week-on-week improvement of almost 2m, the figure represents a 12% drop on the last Saturday show of last year, and an even steeper 34% decline on the 14.1m audience for Cher Lloyd's departure in 2010. Strictly Come Dancing topped the Saturday ratings with a huge 10.75m (45.3%) between 6.45pm and 8pm for week ten of the resurgent BBC One ballroom dancing show, up a million on last week. Last night's Strictly achieved a series high peak of 12.2m, while X Factor (more)...
- 12/9/2012
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Eliminated X Factor contestant Christopher Maloney has revealed that he has already received "offers" of a music deal, despite only being out of the competition "20 minutes". The 34-year-old Liverpudlian came third on the show last night (December 8) after losing out on a place in the final to James Arthur and Jahmene Douglas. Asked by The Xtra Factor presenters Caroline Flack and Olly Murs about what the future holds after losing out on the show, Maloney replied: "At the minute I'm just taking everything in. "There's been a few offers made. I've only been out of the competition 20 minutes and there's been quite a few offers. So watch this space."
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- 12/9/2012
- by By Frances Taylor
- Digital Spy
Christopher Maloney has come third on 'The X Factor'. The Liverpool born singer became the second runner up after he was voted off the semi-final of the hit reality TV series tonight (08.12.12) leaving James Arthur, 24, and Jahmene Douglas, 22, to battle it out in tomorrow night's series finale. The 34-year-old call centre worker graciously accepted his defeat after automatically being eliminated for receiving the fewest number of votes, following his renditions of Irene Cara's 'Flashdance' and Take That's 'Rule The World' - a duet with his mentor Gary Barlow - and said it was ''fantastic'' to have come third in...
- 12/8/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Former X Factor contestant Kitty Brucknell has slammed finalist Christopher Maloney in a series of drunken tweets. Brucknell shared her support for Jahmene Douglas, but also her dislike of Maloney on Twitter during the live final. The X Factor reject started her tirade with: "Ahahhahaa Chris just got booed at an arena! Lol!!! Manchester u rule..." (sic) She then tweeted three minutes later: "Yeah ok. That was kinda mean. Im sorry. But im drunk (more)...
- 12/8/2012
- by By Charlotte Grant-West
- Digital Spy
The X Factor had to draft in fake fans for Christopher Maloney in scenes to be shown in tonight's (December 8) final, a report has alleged. According to The Mirror, extra staff were brought in from other departments at the Liverpool Mutual Homes call centre where Maloney used to work in order to "make up the numbers" when he visited his old workplace. An employee is quoted as saying: "I don't actually work in here, I was just told to come down and fill up the office because there weren't many people apparently. "They just said, come down and watch - and I might be on the telly. "I don't really know Chris to be honest, I'm sure he's a nice lad but (more)...
- 12/8/2012
- by By Frances Taylor
- Digital Spy
Louis Walsh and Tulisa Contostavlos have admitted that they do not want Christopher Maloney to win The X Factor. When asked to name their choice of winner, both judges praised finalists Jahmene Douglas and James Arthur, but agreed that the 34-year-old Liverpudlian would "struggle in the long term" in the music industry.
Speaking to journalists including Digital Spy, Walsh said: "I wouldn't be disappointed [if Maloney won], because I think long term the talent always wins - look at Olly [Murs]... One Direction. They didn't win the show, but they have amazing careers." He added: "[Maloney]'s a good singer, he's a nice guy, but we're looking for a star." When asked what qualities the show's winner needs, the music manager (more)...
Speaking to journalists including Digital Spy, Walsh said: "I wouldn't be disappointed [if Maloney won], because I think long term the talent always wins - look at Olly [Murs]... One Direction. They didn't win the show, but they have amazing careers." He added: "[Maloney]'s a good singer, he's a nice guy, but we're looking for a star." When asked what qualities the show's winner needs, the music manager (more)...
- 12/7/2012
- by By Alison Rowley
- Digital Spy
Gary Barlow is proud ''underdog'' Christopher Maloney has made it so far on 'The X Factor'. The Take That singer mentors the 34-year-old hopeful, who is through to this weekend's final, and believes the grief given to Chris by fellow judges Louis Walsh, 60, and Tulisa, 24, has helped make him a stronger singer in the competition. He told The Sun newspaper: ''The stick from Tulisa and Louis has been a good thing. He's the underdog but he sings consistently well each week. ''When I was given the over-28s category everyone was thinking, 'What are you going to do?'. It's the joke category...
- 12/7/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Christopher Maloney has come third on 'The X Factor'. The Liverpool born singer became the second runner up after he was voted off the semi-final of the hit reality TV series tonight (08.12.12) leaving James Arthur, 24, and Jahmene Douglas, 22, to battle it out in tomorrow night's series finale. The 34-year-old call centre worker graciously accepted his defeat after automatically being eliminated for receiving the fewest number of votes, following his renditions of Irene Cara's 'Flashdance' and Take That's 'Rule The World' - a duet with his mentor Gary Barlow - and said it was ''fantastic'' to have come third in...
- 12/6/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Noel Gallagher wants Christopher Maloney to win 'The X Factor' to see him have a ''nervous breakdown''. The former Oasis star has been enjoying this year's series of the ITV1 talent show and while he thinks it would be ''great'' to see the Liverpool-born crooner's reaction if he triumphed in Sunday's (09.12.12) grand final in Manchester, he believes James Arthur should come out on top. He told the Daily Mirror newspaper: ''I've been watching 'X Factor' and I wouldn't mind seeing the Scouser win, because it'd be great to watch him have a nervous breakdown. ''But I also think James Arthur...
- 12/4/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Jahmene Douglas ''deserves'' to win 'The X Factor' the most, according to Union J. The boy band - who were voted off the competition last Sunday (02.12.12) - believe the 22-year-old hopeful should be crowned the winner of the talent show on Sunday (09.12.12) because he is a ''phenomenal'' talent. George Shelley said: ''He's so innocent and pure and he deserves it more.'' Jj Hamblett added: ''Jahmene is phenomenal. James is phenomenal, too, and he's going to be massive either way.'' The group believe Jahmene ''could do'' with beating James Arthur and Christopher Maloney in the final because he will ''really...
- 12/4/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Christopher Maloney was told by doctors not to perform on 'The X Factor' at the weekend. The 34-year-old hopeful had contracted a virus and despite being sick just seconds before he was due on stage, he still got up to perform his second song, Michael Buble's 'Haven't Met You Yet' - and was sick again immediately afterwards. A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: ''Chris was very ill but is a real trouper and went ahead. He didn't want anything to get in the way of making the final. The doctor ruled out food poisoning - it might be the winter vomiting...
- 12/3/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
James Arthur. Jahmene Douglas. Christopher Maloney. The X Factor 2012 Final Three have been revealed. It's certainly not the final three that anyone predicted way back at the start of the Live Shows. Spraggan, Carolynne, Ella, Louis Walsh's "next... big... boybands" and many more have fallen by the wayside.
On December 8, Christopher, Jahmene and James will head to Manchester and have one last chance to sing for your votes. The winner will take home a record deal, a festive charity single and the chance to join Leona Lewis, Little Mix, Alexandra Burke and, erm, Steve Brookstein in the X Factor record books. But who do you think should take home the title? Have you been one of the Christopher Maloney fanatics, voting for (more)...
On December 8, Christopher, Jahmene and James will head to Manchester and have one last chance to sing for your votes. The winner will take home a record deal, a festive charity single and the chance to join Leona Lewis, Little Mix, Alexandra Burke and, erm, Steve Brookstein in the X Factor record books. But who do you think should take home the title? Have you been one of the Christopher Maloney fanatics, voting for (more)...
- 12/2/2012
- by By Alex Fletcher
- Digital Spy
X Factor judge and mentor Gary Barlow has said that he gives a lot of criticism to his 'Overs' mentee Christopher Maloney. Speaking to The Xtra Factor presenters Caroline Flack and Olly Murs on the show last night (December 1), Barlow said that he critiques Maloney every week. Barlow said: "Chris gets lots of criticism from me. I'm on his case all the time about his timing and the way he sings his phrases." The 41-year-old singer also said he was (more)...
- 12/2/2012
- by By Frances Taylor
- Digital Spy
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