Since being voted out in the semi-finals of this years X Factor, and also making an appearance in Sundays final, Danyl has been a busy chappy, playing plenty of gigs up and down the country, talking to radio stations, and generally being full of confidence and excitement about his future.

Here's a few snippets and photo's of what he's been up to:

Danyl took to the stage at Broad Street Mall in Reading, and wowed the crowd with a typicall emphatic performance. You can view photos of the gig by visiting the BBC webpage here.

In another report, "Axed Danyl Johnson to seek fame in US", Danyls former dance teacher says "“When he did his first audition they wanted him to go to America and I think his style would be so well suited over there, I can see him moving to America to become a pop star.” Read the full report at Get Wokingham.

Sir Elton John's partner, David Furnish is having to pick a new X Factor favourite after Danyl Johnson got the boot.

The filmmaker, who is currently selling off his and Elton's designer gear to raise money for The Elton John Aids Foundation, said he was disappointed to see the teacher ejected from the ITV show.

He said: "I was very sad when Danyl got voted out - he was my favourite choice so I'm having to re-evaluate the final acts now to see who I'm going to back but I was very sad to see him go, I thought he was great."
He added that he did not understand why the judges were so hard on Danyl, saying: "I think he had a tough time from judges, because he has the X Factor, he's an incredible singer, he's a genuine talent and he has a real personality and I was sad to see him voted out."

Take a look at this video of Danyl performing at Tramps nightclub in Worcester, and he also gave the crowd exactly what they wanted at Oceana in Southampton - and you can read more about his performance at the Daily Echo.

Finally, Danyl himself says he's happy to be "another Diana Vicker", who finished fourth in last years show. Danyl said “It is just gutting that I won't be there. But I came fourth out of the top 12 and that's the same position as Diana Vickers came last year - look at her, she's doing really well.". Read the full article at TellyZone.com

If you haven't visited our new forum yet, then click here to join in the fun!

Just look how close Danyl was to making the final!

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Week One: Music Legends

Danyl Johnson: 27.1%
Stacey Solomon: 12.9%
Joe McElderry: 12.7%
Lucie Jones: 10.5%
Jamie Archer: 8.9%
Lloyd Daniels: 6.4%
Olly Murs: 6.2%
John & Edward: 4.5%
Miss Frank: 4.0%
Rikki Loney: 3.0%
Rachel Adedeji: 2.3%
Kandy Rain: 1.5% (Deadlock)

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Week Two: Divas

Stacey Solomon: 15.4%
Lloyd Daniels: 15.0%
Jamie Archer: 14.4%
Joe McElderry: 13.3%
Olly Murs: 10.6%
Lucie Jones: 8.1%
Danyl Johnson: 6.5%
John & Edward: 5.6%
Miss Frank: 3.9%
Rachel Adedeji: 3.7%
Rikki Loney: 3.5% (Judges)

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Week Three: Big Band

Rachel Adedeji: 15.4%
Joe McElderry: 12.9%
Lucie Jones: 11.3%
Jamie Archer: 11.2%
Stacey Solomon: 10.7%
John & Edward: 9.2%
Olly Murs: 8.6%
Lloyd Daniels: 8.0%
Danyl Johnson: 7.6%
Miss Frank: 5.1% (Deadlock)

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Week Four: Rock Week

Danyl Johnson: 36.2%
Olly Murs: 13.4%
Joe McElderry: 10.2%
Jamie Archer: 8.7%
Stacey Solomon: 8.1%
John & Edward: 6.6%
Lucie Jones: 6.4%
Lloyd Daniels: 5.5%
Rachel Adedeji: 4.9% (Deadlock)

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Week Five: Movie Week

Danyl Johnson: 19.6%
Joe McElderry: 17.2%
Olly Murs: 12.9%
Lloyd Daniels: 12%
Stacey Solomon: 10.8%
Jamie Archer: 9.5%
John & Edward: 9.2%
Lucie Jones: 8.8% (Deadlock)

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Week Six: Queen Week

Stacey Solomon: 25.5%
Joe McElderry: 16.0%
Danyl Johnson: 15.5%
John & Edward: 14.6%
Olly Murs: 10.3%
Lloyd Daniels: 9.7%
Jamie Archer: 8.4% (Deadlock)

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Week Seven: George Michael and Wham!

Joe McElderry: 34.2%
Stacey Solomon: 17.7%
Danyl Johnson: 15.5%
Lloyd Daniels: 12.1%
John & Edward: 10.7% (Judges)
Olly Murs: 9.8%

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Week Eight: Take That and Elton John

Joe McElderry: 37.1%
Stacey Solomon: 20.1%
Olly Murs: 18.7%
Danyl Johnson: 12.5%
Lloyd Daniels: 11.6% (Public)

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Week Nine: Semi-Final

Joe McElderry: 42.2%
Olly Murs: 19.6%
Stacey Solomon: 19.4%
Danyl Johnson: 18.8% (Public)

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Week Ten: Final First Leg

Joe McElderry: 52.2%
Olly Murs: 27.7%
Stacey Solomon: 20.1% (Public)

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Week Ten: The Final

Joe McElderry: 61.3%
Olly Murs: 38.7%

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Danyl Johnson has told how he struggled to live up to expectations after Simon Cowell hailed his first audition as the best he had ever seen. (Story taken from The Press Association)

The 27-year-old drama teacher from Reading - who was voted off the show on Sunday - was tipped to win before it had even aired on ITV after the high praise and audience standing ovation he received for his rendition of The Beatles With A Little Help From My Friends in his audition, and compared the hype surrounding him to that of Britain's Got Talent superstar and current chart-topper Susan Boyle.

Danyl said: "It was only a disadvantage towards me - I had to beat that performance."

He went on: "It was a bit like when Susan (Boyle) - and I'm not comparing it in any way - but it's a bit like when Susan did her audition. The first time it's easier to wow.

"You're always going to be up against that performance, it's just so over-hyped."

Danyl admitted he was "really gutted" to have got as far as the semi-final and not win the show, but insisted he was looking on the positive side.

He said: "I'm obviously really gutted because we get this far in the competition and you're one space away from being in the final and then you've got to go home.

"But it's nothing to be ashamed of being fourth place and I've really had a really good time, I've had a bad time as well, but I've had more good times. And Diana Vickers came fourth last year and she's doing really good right now so you've got to be happy with that."

And speaking to the Daily Mail, Danyl said he would be voting for 'underdog' Olly Murs in this weekend's final. (Following story taken from http://www.dailymail.co.uk)

He added said that he was happy dating men or women and insisted that he did not have a relationship with a fellow contestant, despite internet rumours.

There was also speculation he and Stacey Solomon had a huge argument during their time in the X Factor contestants’ house in Barnet, North London, with Mr Johnson accused of bullying the single mother from Dagenham, Essex.

But, yesterday, Mr Johnson insisted: 'There might have been speculation about fights but it just wasn’t true. Stacey and I would laugh about it. It was funny.

'And if I had been a bully or anything like that I would have been kicked out by X Factor bosses because they certainly wouldn’t have stood for it.'

Rumour-mongers have speculated for weeks that some people in the X Factor house may have been involved in romances.

There were also allegations about pornography being viewed.

But Mr Johnson – a drama teacher from Arborfield, Berkshire -  said that was not the case and insisted there were not any intimate relations in the house.

He said: 'There were no romances in the house. Everyone just got on really well. We were all like brothers and sisters.'

'We got on, so, so well. Jamie Archer was one of my best friends and, obviously, I knew Olly from Boot Camp.'

'Lucie Evans just phoned me and said she was really upset that I’d been voted off. And everyone got on with Lloyd Daniels. He was a really nice guy.'

Mr Johnson, 27, controversially, faced jibes over his sexuality from judge Dannii Minogue early on in the series. And some TV observers felt his sexuality may have harmed his chances of winning the series.

But Mr Johnson said: 'I’m not ashamed about it [his bisexuality] at all. I don’t think anyone should be ashamed about their sexuality.'

Explaining his bisexuality, Mr Johnson insisted he does not have a particular preference for either gender, saying:  'You fall in love with the soul – and that’s it.'

He continued: 'I’m single at the moment. I’ve got no time for a relationship. At the moment, I’m just going to focus on my career. After all I’ve just been kicked out of a show.'

Mr Johnson was the early favourite for this year’s X Factor crown but, despite his disappointment, was still pleased to have come fourth.

He said: 'I’m lucky to have come fourth.  Each week’s someone’s got to go and unfortunately this week it was me.
'Of course, no one wants to go out in the semi-final but I’m really glad that Olly got the chance to go through to the final because he burst into tears and he really wanted to be there.

'So I’ll be voting Olly next weekend – and  I think he will win.
'He’s the underdog and while everyone’s giving the title to Joe at the moment I just think either Olly – or Stacey - could pip him to the post. That’s what’s so great about this year’s competition. It’s so open.'

Mr Johnson attracted extreme reactions when he was in the show. Many observers thought he had the best voice – but others felt he was too arrogant.

As a result, the public’s attitude to him switched one way and then the other. Yesterday, he admitted he was like Marmite which, as the slogan explains, people either love or hate.

He said: 'I had a really good press at the beginning of the series and then a lot of bad press so I’m kind of one of those characters you either love or you hate. I am quite like Marmite like that.'

I know myself and I’m confident. I’m a teacher so I have to appear confident when I go into a classroom.

'But I’m in no way arrogant – you can like me or hate me. And that’s how the public saw me.'

Now Mr Johnson is preparing for the X Factor tour in the New Year and, he hopes, a record deal in the future - although he has to wait for up to three months before he finds out from X Factor Svengali Simon Cowell.

He said: 'I just want to go out there and sing. I’d make a record if I get the chance – but I don’t have a deal lined up at the moment. And nobody should have a deal before the winner.

'But, for now, I’m just looking forward to getting out on the tour because we’ve sold 54 dates.'

He also gave his verdict on why the show has been such a success this year, with audience figures topping 16 million viewers on occasion during the series.

He believes, the huge ratings are the result of  X Factor Svengali Simon Cowell’s decision to replace the ‘closed’ early audition with live-audience first rounds.

According to Mr Johnson, this  resulted in more fans building up an early loyalty to contestants – because they had seen them live.

He said: 'I had loads of people from the beginning saying they saw my first audition live – and had been backing me since. And I wasn’t the only contestant. It really built up loyalty towards us.

'So I think it’s down to Simon’s idea to introduce the open audition. As a result, thousands of people bought into us from the beginning because it was the public choosing as well as the judges.

Finally, in another story taken from The Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk), we now hear that Simon Cowell is eager to sign him up for a record deal.

And other labels are also taking a keen interest in the drama teacher - comparing him to Jamiroquai.

Show judge and Syco music label guru Simon admitted: "Singers like him do not disappear. I would just say, 'Watch this space'."

Danyl, 27 - who is also set to cash in to the tune of £150,000 with personal appearances and the X Factor tour - hopes to have an album out next year.

He said: "I want to have a record out there - that's my dream. I just want to go into the recording studio and work with some great producers, make a good album.

"Because I think that's what we need out there - a really, really, really good album."

And so Danyl's X Factor journey is over, as he was voted out in the semi-final, leaving Olly, Joe and Stacey to fight it out in next weeks final.

We're tinged with a bit of sadness at seeing Danyl leave, but at the same time we know it's just the start of his career, and we're confident he's going to be around for a long, long time. Simon Cowell, speaking on the X-Factor after the show, promised it would not be the end of Danyl, and hinted that he may be signing him to his record label.

Danyl, well done in reaching the semi's, we wish you all the best! Here's to your debut album this time next year!

Incidentally, you can all rest assured that here at DanylAJohnson.com, we won't be going anywhere. We'll be following Danyl throughout the year posting the latest news and information, so make sure you keep coming back for more!

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We can't confirm the truth of the information below, but we can confirm these come from a source close to X Factor. Real, or not? Make your own mind up below!

1. Joe McElderry - 29.1%
2. Stacey Soloman - 23.9%
3. Danyl Johnson - 23.8%
4. Olly Murs - 23.2%

According to the figures shown above, Joe is out on his own at the moment, but it's very tight between Stacey, Danyl and Olly. Every vote counts at this stage...

Danyl Johnson proved again he was back to his very best with two amazing performances in the X Factor semi-finals. Firstly singing Michael Jackson's classic "Man in the Mirror", before following up with one of Whitney Houston's all time greatest hits "I have Nothing", Danyl received praise from all four judges, and again Simon Cowell backed him to the hilt with a lavishly positive verdict for both songs.

Danyl, who according to the bookies was favourite to leave this week, showed the public what he's made of, and listening to the people's panel on the Xtra Factor after the show, his support is increasing, and just at the right time. The current odds show that it is now Olly who is looking most likely to go tonight, but we need all you Danyl fans out there to cast your vote to make sure he's in next weekends final.

The number to vote for Danyl is 0901 6161104, so please cast your vote now. He needs all our support at this important stage, so remember to pick up your phone and get voting. If you normally vote once, then vote twice, and if you normally vote twice, then vote a third time! :)

We'll be crossing our fingers tonight for Danyl to make it through to the final!

X FACTOR hunk Danyl Johnson has revealed how he became a battler after overcoming testicular cancer when he was a boy. (Story taken from DailyStar.co.uk)

The bisexual teacher, who will fight it out tomorrow for a place in the final, told how doctors found cancerous cells when he was just 11.

Danyl, 27, says the scare has made him "feel passionate" about encouraging lads to have sexual health check-ups and admits the experience made him stronger.

Speaking for the fi rst time about his nightmare, Danyl said: “I have had many visits to hospital. Most of the time it was to do with sports and arts injuries, but when I was 11 they found cancerous cells in my scrotum.

“It was a very scary time, but I came through it fine. I tried to be patient and not take it out on those around me.

“I feel particularly passionate about this and having sexual health checks. The NHS provides a service to get you regularly checked out and yet people don’t do it. I just don’t understand why.”

The caring pop wannabe spoke out after meeting teenage cancer patients at London’s Great Ormond Street hospital.

This year the 12 X Factor finalists, including Stacey Solomon, 20, and Joe McElderry, 18, helped raise cash for the hospital with their charity track, a cover of Michael Jackson’s You Are Not Alone.

Danyl hopes that breaking his silence will encourage others to have regular check-ups. He added: “If you ever feel like there’s something wrong, talk to people. It’s always better to go and check it out. Be brave.”

Stories like this make you realise that there are much more important things to life, and that it should never be taken for granted. Good luck Danyl, keep going all the way!

Our X Factor semi-finalists are set to sing Michael Jackson this week - while Janet Jackson will also perform on the show.

Danyl Johnson, Olly Murs, Stacey Solomon and Joe McElderry are each choosing a track from the Thriller star's hits.

The late singer's sister Janet is tipped to give her views on the previous night's performances on Sunday's show.

An insider told The Sun: "The Michael Jackson numbers will be huge crowd pleasers - and each contestant will want to do Janet and the Jackson family proud."

Before he died in June, show bosses had planned to bring the King Of Pop himself to perform on the show, according to the newspaper, but instead Janet, 43, who recently released her greatest hits compilation The Best, will take to the stage on Sunday's verdict show.

What songs do you think would suit Danyl? We reckon one of Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, or Man in the Mirror.

Here's a treat for all you Danyl Johnson fans, a new, unpublished track from early this year, called "Light up the Night". Danyl posted this on YouTube before the current series of X-Factor started, and we just think its amazing! It totally blows away the myth that he is cocky and arrogant.

Let us know what you think!

Danyl Johnson received another standing ovation from Simon Cowell on last nights X Factor after his performance of Elton John's "My Song", and completely won the judges around with both his songs.

The dance teacher wowed judges Louis Walsh and Cheryl Cole – who previously were two of his biggest  - with his rendition of Take That's 'Relight My Fire', and Simon again stood up to applaud Dany's efforts after his second song of the night.

The judges comments were as follows:

Louis: What I like about you is that you always bounce back. You picked Elton’s most iconic song, you made it your own. I loved everything about it, except the choir. You don’t need the choir – with your looks and your voice, you’ve got it all.

Dannii: A really great version of a great song. Much, much better than your first song.

Cheryl: I think that we’re finally seeing the Danyl that we first saw at the start of the audition process. You look more comfortable, you look more confident.

Simon: It wasn’t good, it was sensational. Louis,don’t be rude about kids on the stage, you’re like a dark cloud that blots out sunshine…

When asked by Dermot who the judges thought gave the best performances of the night, Simon answered "Danyl & Olly", again backing his singers to the hilt, whilst the other judges followed suit with their own acts (apart from Louis of course)

On tonights show, the voting will be down to the viewers only, so Danyl will need all your votes. If you thought he was previously safe, then we've only go to look at last weeks vote when Olly was in the bottom two, so make sure you pick up your phone and vote for Danyl. Let's do our best to push him through to the final 4! The number to ring to cast your vote for Danyl is 0901 6161101.

Let's see Danyl again next week! Post your comments below...

Danyl Johnson will finally be putting on his dancing shoes for The X Factor this weekend, according to Brian Friedman, and hinted at by Simon Cowell on last weeks Xtra Factor show.

The American creative director said the final five finalists would be performing two songs each, including one upbeat number. Speaking to the X-Factor, Brian said "Danyl can't mask behind a ballad anymore, it's finally time for him to do an up-tempo and maybe dance - that's my hope," Brian said.

He went on: "We'll get in the studio tomorrow and see what we can come up with.

"He dances around in some of the group numbers, but in group numbers you can't really show up the other people so everything has to stay pretty much in unison. But for this we can pull out his best things so we can show the world."

Since Danyl's first audition, Simon Cowell has admitted to purposely giving him more ballads, and deciding its in his best interests to cast off any of the exciting frills which Danyl treated us all to back on the opening show of this years X Factor.

Now, Simon thinks it is time for Danyl to bring back more of his true self, so expect a different and more lively Danyl on tonights show, where the contestants are battling to go through to the penultimate show before the final.

Also, in this weeks news, it has been reported that Danyl has led a sort of X Factor revolt, as the workload became heavier than normal this week.

Complaints over the contestants having to do too much work this week were directed towards Simon Cowell, and it was decided that Danyl should attempt to get the message across. The contestants were feeling the strain this week as they now have to perform two songs on the night, as well as the normal group routine for Sundays show.

Simon was too busy to see the stars but spoke to them on the phone. An insider added: “It didn’t do much good. They’re still doing two songs. He wasn’t that impressed to be honest. He thinks they should be grateful for the opportunity.”

Apparently, Simon ordered the contestants to do a dance routine in the wake of lively duo Jedward’s departure because he feels the show will now lack spice and could lose viewers.

The stars will each be performing an Elton John and Take That song tonight – including one with an uptempo beat.

Danyl has always said his aim was to be in the final five but now he has got there he is putting in his all to do his best, and it's expected that he will be singing Relight My Fire as his chosen Take That song.

On the 7th live X Factor show, Danyl Johnson triumphantly delivered one of his best performances yet with a stunning performance of the George Michael classic, "Careless Whisper".

Tipped by some bookies to be at risk of being in the bottom two, Danyl completely blew away the audience and received another standing ovation from Simon Cowell. Talking on Sunday nights Xtra Factor, Simon said that Danyl's performance was the joint best on the night along with Joseph McElderry.

In the voting, Danyl safely breezed through to the final five, but the shock of the night was seeing X Factor favourite Olly Murs having to sing again for survival - though he had no problems in winning the votes of the judges against John and Edward, who had defied expectations to get this far.

See Danyl's brilliant performance for yourself again above.

And all you Danyl fans out there are in for a treat next week, as Simon Cowell promised everyone on live TV that his next performance will be back to how we saw him originally - thats right, we'll be seeing some dancing for once!

Danyl stormed out of X Factor rehearsals on Wednesday after a furious outburst during a coaching session with singing expert Yvie Burnett. (Story from Telegraph.co.uk)

The school teacher decided he hated his song, Praying for Time by George Michael, and does not want to peform it on Saturday night's show.

Now Danyl, from Kent, is threatening to leave the show altogether unless Cowell agrees to change the song.

An insider told The Mirror: "He literally burst out the door and ran off down Battersea High Street."

"A few production staff chased after him to try to calm him down and make him come back but he was having none of it."

"They even sent a car to follow him and try to make him see sense and return but he refused.
He seems very angry and upset and is demanding a different song. It’ll be interesting to see if Simon backs down or makes him stick with it."

Danyl Johnson, 27, has struggled to win over X Factor fans because he comes across as smug and arrogant. Show insiders have also grown increasingly exasperated by his petulant behaviour.

One said: "He’s not doing himself any favours with stunts like this which just make him look like a spoilt brat. Even if the song choice is wrong there’s no need to storm out, he should talk about it first."

After disappearing for nearly five hours Danyl was thought to be at the Sony BMG offices in London, where Cowell works, for crisis talks.

It is thought Cowell may agree to change the song but Danyl will have to make a grovelling apology to the production crew he has upset with his rants.

A show source said: "Simon will never tolerate rudeness."

Exciting stuff in the X Factor world! How will it affect Danyl's performance on Saturday? Let us know by adding your comments below.

On the sixth live show, Danyl Johnson shrugged off any signs of a confidence problem to give a storming rendition of Queens "We are the Champions". Finishing to another standing ovation from Simon Cowell, all four judges gave Danyl great comments, and the Reading born schoolteacher come X-Factor finalist seemed very happy with himself. Good to have you back Danyl!

Watch Danyl's performance again above, and judge for yourself the complete turnaround in fortunes.

Elsewhere in the competition, Olly Murs failed to impress the judges, and criticsms were made at his voice not being suited to his chosen Queen song. Probably for the first time in the competition, Olly failed to receive top marks, and the current favourite may have to work hard to claim back his top spot, though he should be free from the dreaded bottom two.

Someone else who may be at risk tonight is Jamie Archer, who's lacklustre performance last night could see him being cut adrift at the bottom, perhaps along with Lloyd. Many feel that Jamie's supposed "rocker" tag is not being lived up to, and we feel that his appearance last night made him look more like a clown, with his make-up standing out in particular, as well as his new curled hair replacing his before outlandish afro.

In the current X Factor betting odds, Stacey Soloman has now moved into second favourite behind Olly Murs, with Joe McElderry in 3rd place. Though Danyl is currently in 4th positions, his odds have shortened in the last couple of weeks, and after tonights vote-out, we expect to see Danyl move even higher.

To be under the sort of pressure that Danyl Johnson is under right must be very, very tough. From giving a first performance so good that Simon Cowell described it as "The best first audition I have ever seen", to being instantly installed as favourite to win the 2009 X Factor competition, Danyl has been right at the top.

But more recently, he has faced a barrage of criticsm in the press, with stories of bullying, accusations of arrogance and cockiness, diva tantrums, and an unlikeability factor only matched by Rhydian in recent years.

However, the reading born schoolteacher seems born again.

Last week he openly admitted to a terrible performance, half born from mic related problems, but probably not helped by negative media publicity. In spite of this, he topped the voting, and his emotional outburst showed the public a side of his they had not seen before.

Last night, Danyl gave a sterling rendition of Prince's "Purple Rain", and brought the house down with the crowd chanting "DANYL DANYL DANYL" afterwards, perhaps only bettered by the reception which Olly Murs received.

Chery Cole, one of Danyl's most outspoken haters, praised him afterwards, and admitted she loved his performance, whilst Simon gave him another of his standing ovations.
So, it seems Danyl Johnson is back in vogue, and coupled with a new closely cropped haircut, he is ready for a second push to win the show.

We got in touch with Danyl, and he showed how much he values his fans by agreeing to answer a few of our questions.

For this Danyl we are very thankful, and no doubt our readers will be as well.

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"Who’s your favourite artist in the charts right now?

Danyl:

"I'm liking JLS and Black Eyed Peas currently."

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"Who do you get on most with out of the X-Factor finalists?

Danyl:

"I like everyone that has been in the top 12, but I share a room with Jamie and Olly so I will say them."

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"What was the first album you bought?

Danyl:

"Michael Jackson - Bad"

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"Apart from yourself of course, who do you think stands the best chance of winning X-Factor?

Danyl:

"Olly Murs"

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"How did it feel when your name was announced in the bottom two the other week?

Danyl:

"I felt sick, but I knew that someone had to be in the bottom two and it just was my turn, but I so didnt want to go up against Miss Frank. They're amazing as a band and amazing friends. I miss Miss Frank!"

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6.

DanylAJohnson.com:

"Whats your favourite ever film?

Danyl:

"Fight Club, or Findin Nemo!"

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7.

DanylAJohnson.com:

"Where was your best ever holiday?

Danyl:

"Miami, Cornwall, and Bude."

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8.

DanylAJohnson.com:

"Who would you most like to do a duet with?

Danyl:

"Tom Jones, Justin Timberlake, or Pink."

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9.

DanylAJohnson.com:

"Which celebrity couple would you most like to have dinner with?

Danyl:

"The Beckhams or the Rooneys."

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DanylAJohnson.com:

"And finally, how much would it mean to you if you won X Factor?

Danyl:

"It would mean everything to me but I know this year is a really hard year. There's a lot of talent and anyone deserves to win!"

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Thanks Danyl, all the best in the competition!

After topping the voting last week despite his worst performance so far, the reading schoolteacher come superstar Danyl Johnson is vowing to bounce back with a storming performance on the sixth live show, and the current fourth favourite to win X Factor, has been training hard all week amidst rumours of throat and flu problems.

Danyl, one of Simon Cowells maximum three contestants in the competition has recently faced a barrage of negative media press, but the general concensus is that the tide has changed, and the public perception seems to have turned full circle.

Eager to impress tonight, Danyl Johnson is ready to do Reading proud and show his true colours after an emotional yet below-par performance on rock night last week. What song will he sing, and from which film? There's a rumour going round that the twins may be singing "Ghostbusters" - how funny will that be?

Who will be in the bottom two this weekend? Is Lloyd's time up? Will there be a new face battling in the sing-off? We're confident that it won't be Danyl this time. Not long now till all will be revealed in the Saturday show. Stay tuned for a fantastic night of entertainment.

And finally, we can reveal that Danyl Johnson has kindly taken the time to answer a few questions for us here at Danylajohnson.com. We'll be putting together the full interview soon for everybody to read. A massive thanks to Danyl for showing that he cares about his fans. Good luck for tonight!

X Factor finalist Danyl Johnson showed off his Superman tattoo on his right tricep this week, when spotted outside the X Factor house in North London. Previously kept under wraps, Danyl wasn't shy about showing it off and revealed his tattoo to the onlooking media frenzy by pointing to it.

Danyl admitted going under the needle several years ago, and writing on his official website, he said: 'I have a Superman tattoo on my right arm (big childhood fan).'

After a difficult week where he gave a below-par performance on Saturday, as well as being on the receiving end of a lot of negative press, it looks like Danyl is hoping the positive associations of his Superman tattoo will rub off on him.

Danyl was full of smiles and seemed to be back to his old self, following rehearsals for 'songs from the movies week'. Recent reports that Danyl topped the voting on last Saturdays live show may have given him the boost that he needs.

Rachel Adedeji, voted out last week, said Danyl is a popular member of the house, and told DigitalSpy.co.uk: 'Danyl is such a lovely man, really. He's just a normal bloke and he's not arrogant or anything like that, he's just Danyl.

'Either you like him or you don't, and I think he's great. He just enjoys what he does and he's a cool guy, everyone likes him in the house, he's lovely. People are getting him wrong now, but he's cool.'

In the latest X Factor betting news, it has been revealed that Danyl Johnson is now attracting big money bets, and Bookies are reportedly worried that a £5million gamble has been launched on the contestant to win the show.

The Daily Star said: "In terms of the numbers of bets, it's the twins. But the clever money - and the big money - is going on Danyl."

They added: "The professionals have placed some huge bets - five figures in places."

Paddy Power spokesman Darren Haines also said: "All our biggest bets have been on Danyl, many thousands of pounds in several cases.

These latest big money bets began after news leaked out about Danyl topping the votes in last weeks live show, despite his poor performance

The bookies source finished with: "Our fingers are crossed that Danyl trips up. Even if he makes the final it will be terrible news."

Terrible news for the bookies perhaps, but all of us here would be delighted if he won! Lets keep backing Danyl by voting in each week! Good luck for the weekend Danyl, we're all right behind you!

After a relatively poor performance on last nights X Factor live show, Danyl Johnson defied the public backlash yet again and survived to fight another day.

Talking to the Xtra Factor earlier on tonight, Danyl said that he expected to be in the bottom two, and actually practiced his song choice in preparation. Stating that his dodgy vocals yesterday were down to him struggling to hear the backing track, his delight at being voted through was obvious to see as he whooped with delight and got down on his knees after hearing his name called out.

The unfortunate loser this time was Rachel, who lost out on a deadlock vote to Lloyd Daniels, who was suffering from a sore throat.

Simon Cowells continued belief that Danyl is the best singer in the competition should be taken as a massive positive, and the emotion he displayed tonight couploed with the cracks in his supposed arrogant confidence are only sure to endear him to the public more now, so we feel confident that this is just the start of the Danyl Johnson comeback.

There can surely be no more bad stories to come out about Danyl, and if his confidence and obvious singing ability come back, then the UK audiences should have plenty more to come from the Reading school teacher.

Next week on the fifth live show its Movie time, so we can expect some classic movie power ballads. Surely a great chance for Danyl to shine and show us all what he is truly made of? Lets hear what you've got to say...

So, what happened tonight? Was Danyl Johnson overcome by nerves and feeling the pressure? Or was the song choice not quite right? Regardless, Simon Cowell was still backing Danyl to the hilt and gave him a standing ovation after his performance of Aerosmith's "I don't want to miss a thing".

The other judges however were less than impressed, and some focused on the tough week that Danyl has had, and his stinging critiscm in the press. Danyl himself seemed less than his usual confident self, and something just wasn't quite right tonight.

Originally predicted to sing George Michael's "Careless Whisper", perhaps there was a late change in song choice which affected his singing, but in saying that, he still finished on a typical high, and most of the audience appreciated his performances.

Maybe the tide might have turned now however? The fact that Danyl appeared sad and affected by recent media reports may have shown us his emotional side, and this being something that has been picked up on might have in actual fact done Danyl some good.

What we should really be looking for is how he bounces back next, that is of course assuming that he stays in tomorrow. Two less than great performances in a row would be not be expected of an X Factor winner, so if Danyl Johnson is to prove to us that he has what it takes to win X Factor, he has to come back with a storming performance in the next live show.

Chin up Danyl, bring back the confidence we all know you have.

You heard it here first, in a sneak preview at what tomorrow night will be like on the fourth live show, we've heard from sources close to Danyl that he will be singing the George Michael classic, "Careless Whisper"!

"But its rock week!" - we hear you scream. Yes, it is, and apparantely it will be rock version of the song, as previously done by the american band Seether.

Will Danyl be able to pull it off?  We're split on this one here at DanylAJohnson.com, but it's going to be a very, very interesting night!

Also, some of the other song choices by the remaining finalists might surprise you too. Coming from the same source, we can reveal below the probable songs to be performed on tomorrow nights X Factor live show:

• Danyl - Careless Whisper (Seether version)
• Olly - Come Together (Aerosmith version)
• Jamie - Like A Prayer ( Rock version)
• John and Edward - We Will Rock You (Five version)
• Stacey - Somewhere Only We Know ( Natasha Bedingfield version of Keane song)
• Lucie - Sweet Child Of Mine (Guns N Roses)
• Rachel - One (Adam Lambert version)
• Joe - Dont Stop Believing (Journey)
• Lloyd - I Kissed A Girl (Rock version)

Is there any truth in the songs above? We'll find out tomorrow night. Come on Danyl!

The latest odds are saying that Danyl Johnson’s X should be safe this week, so he will have another chance to prove he is the most popular act on X Factor.

According to the odds, the two most likely bottom acts are Rachel Adedeji and Lloyd Daniels

After last week’s shock decision, Danyl Johnson is now no longer favourite, and he is now the third favourite to win at 11/2 with SkyBet and Blue Square.

The current favourite is Joe McElderry, who is 7/2 with Stan James and Ladbrokes and Olly Murs is the second favourite at 4/1 with Bet365 and Paddy Power.

The most likely to go this week is Rachel Adedeji, who is the 2/1 favourite with Sportingbet to be the next act eliminated.

Rachel was not in the bottom two last week for the first time, and according to reports in todays Daily Star she received the most votes. if she survives again then it should be Lloyd Daniels to go, who is 7/2 with Boylesports.

Fans of the twins should be happy this week, as John and Edward look safe to stay in another week!

Tomorrow nights theme on the X Factor will be rock night, and Bon Jovi and JLS are the latest massive acts announced to play on the X Factor live show.

Alexandra Burke, Robbie Williams, Whitney Houston and Cheryl Cole have all already appeared on the Sunday night programme this series.

Rock legends Bon Jovi will play their new track We Weren’t Born To Follow, and JLS - who came 2nd in last years X Factor competition - will perform their second single Everybody In Love.

At DanylAJohnson.com, we're hoping that Danyl gets a chance to sing a proper rock classic, and not something cheesy like "We will rock you", which we saw him practising last Sunday. We reckon its time the public tide of negativity against Danyl turned, so a great performance on Saturday night will do fantastic for Danyls chances in the competition.

And in another story, X Factor is reaching boiling point for neighbors of the X Factor finalists house.

The road next to the X Factor house which has been flooded with teenage fans is being shut off because of "safety fears", due to hoards of youngsters that have been gathering outside the house hoping to catch a glimps of their idols.

Barnet Council said the decision to close the road was to "protect children and teenagers who have been amassing in the road outside the property".

Councillor Andrew Harper said: "I appreciate the nuisance that this crowd is causing some local residents but our priority has to be to ensure that these young people are safe.

"We have rain forecast for the weekend and I hope that, and the end of half term, will bring an end to the problem.

"In the meantime I trust the fans outside the house realise that this is a residential street and will act accordingly."

Seems like stardom is hitting the finalists already, can you imagine what it will be like as we get closer to the final night!

Speaking on The Xtra Factor last night, Simon Cowell has blamed recent negative media articles about Danyl Johnson for his lack of support on the X Factor lately.

Bullying reports have surfaced regarding Danyl, and claims have been made that he has picked on fellow contestants including Kandy Rain and Stacey Solomon.

Cowell said:

“I think I’m going to have to get to the bottom of lots of the stories that are going around, people saying he is bullying them and stuff. I don’t believe them, but I think that they have an effect and we’re going to have to clear that up.

“People just don’t seem to like him. There have been stories written about him that people are not getting on with him, and he is going to have to put his side of the story across.”

Online bookmakers Ladbrokes has revealed that last week’s X Factor favourite Danyl Johnson will most probably spend the rest of competition fighting for survival.

For whichever reason, it appears that the public either just do not like him or they had previously believed that he will do well enough on his own that he doesn’t need their support, but either way, just £50 has been bet on the old favourite winning the X Factor since he was landed in the bottom two this week.

Recent negative media reports and an apparent heir of "arrogance" have gone against Danyl, and he now has a large problem in turning around his X Factor fortunes. In the last week alone, just £50 has been bet on the old favourite winning X Factor, where previously he was favourite.

However, he still does not look likely to get the boot this week being priced at 12/1, but it seems that if fans want him in they are going to have to start showing their support by voting in.

Rachel is looking most likely to go on Sunday, after she escaped singing for survival for the first time last week, but bookies think that she is unlikely to survive again, making her favourite to go priced at 2/1.

A spokesman from Ladbrokes explained, "Danyl’s plight came as a real shock. It’s knocked punters faith in him – We can’t give him away at the moment."

Despite the drop in popularity, Danyl is backed at joint second favourite and is priced at 4/1 to win the show with Joe McElderry as favourite priced at 7/2.

And reported in todays Daily Star, they claim Danyl has turned rival Stacey Solomon into a sobbing wreck.

He told her she has been branded a bad mum and that seedy stories about her sex life are doing the rounds. And he has been accused of targeting the vulnerable single mum as his own popularity sinks.

Insiders say Stacey, 20, is already “in bits” at being separated from her 18-month-old son Zach. And she has been stung by hurtful stories that she is a bad mum for leaving the tot at home.

A show source said: “Stacey was adamant when she moved into the X Factor house that she did not want to read or hear any stories about herself. “She got terribly upset when people had a go at her for being away from her son and saying she should be ‘a proper mum’.

“She didn’t expect all this horrible bullying. But Danyl has just ignored her wishes and he can’t help blabbing when he sees an article about her in the paper. It upsets her and can put her off her performance.”

Here at DanylAJohnson.com we can't say that we think there's much truth in these stories, but we have to appreciate the effect that all this negative press could have on him. We're still backing him though, and hope that you all are too. Keep voting!

The X Factor finalists are set to release a cover of Michael Jackson's You Are Not Alone in order to raise money for sick children.

All 12 remaining finalists in the ITV talent show have now recorded the charity single, which will be released shortly to raise money for London.s Great Ormond Street Hospital.

To hear the song for the first time, you'll have to tune into the results show on Sunday November 15th, with the song being available for sale the day after.

Michael Jackson scored a number one hit with the song in 1995, and last years X Factor charity single, a version of Mariah Carey's Hero, raised more than 1m for the Help for Heroes charity.

Speaking to the media, Simon Cowell said: "Following last year's record we made with the X Factor finalists in aid of Help For Heroes last year we decided we wanted to do something annually on the show to help good causes.

"This year we chose to work with Great Ormond Street to help raise funds and awareness for their incredible work. I'm very proud of the single and I really hope it raises an enormous amount of money for people who really need our help."

Louis Walsh added: "Great Ormond Street Hospital does some incredible work and I implore everyone to go out and buy the single to help raise money for such a worthy cause."

We certainly look forward to hearing the single for the first time. Could this be Danyl Johnson's first Number 1? :)

Anyone in doubt of Danyl Johnsons amazing voice and complete ownership of the X Factor stage should take a look at his two performances from the third live show.

Blasting out a fantastic rendition of Nina Simone's "Feeling Good", Danyl received great plaudits from all of the judges and also the audience, but shockingly found himself in the bottom two along with Miss Frank.

Take a look for yourself:



Danyl's second song was a repeat of his brilliant audition, and he again belted out his superb version of Joe Cocker's "With a little help from my friends".  With his trademark microphone flip and his usual stage swagger, Danyl again impressed the judges, though Cheryl took the easy option in letting the vote go to deadlock instead of casting her true vote.

See his performance again below:



Here at DanylAJohnson.com, we're certainly relieved he stayed, and we'll be supporting him again next week! Remember to keep your votes coming in for Danyl this Saturday!

Well, it just proves the fact that nobody is safe. Danyl smashed it yet again and in our opinion he was the best on the night, but in a shock vote from the public he was in the bottom two for the very first time, along with Miss Frank.

Danyl's second song was brilliant (as usual), and much better than Miss Frank who seemed a bit shaky at times during their second performance. Singing the song that set him alight during the first auditions, "With a little help from my friends", Danyl recaptured his swagger, and though the judges let the vote go to deadlock, Miss Frank were the unfortunate group to go this week.

Possibly the fact that Danyl is still the favourite meant that people simply weren't voting for him as they assumed he would be a dead cert to go through.

Louis said: "I cannot believe these two acts are in the bottom. These two acts are amazing performers. I think it's unfair."

And Simon was also shocked at the result, saying "I have never ever been so surprised in my life. If this is your last performance Danyl, I've never heard anyone go out on such a high."

Talking directly to Danyl Johnson, simon went further to say "This is a joke you're in this position - It's a total joke."

Lets not let this happen again so dont forget, pick up the phone and vote in future shows. Let all get behind Danyl and push him all the way to the final!

Brian Friedman, X Factor's creative director, has admitted that he thinks Danyl Johnson will win this year’s series.

Speaking with Closer magazine, Brian said: “Danyl has the most star quality. He has the confidence, swagger and knows how to work the camera.”

Brian works with each of the acts day in, day out, so he knows more than anybody who has the potential to go on to win the contest. Backing Danyl for the top prize should be a great confidence boost - but does he need any more confidence?

Let us know what you think below!

Also in this weeks news, Whitney Houston was apparently upset after Simon Cowell gave one of her new tracks to Danyl Johnson for last week’s live show.

‘I Didn’t Know My Own Strength’ was supposed to kept secret for Whitney's forthcoming comeback tour, but Simon wanted to give it to Danyl to sing.

Speaking in The Mirror newspaper, a source said: “You’d never guess that anyone could leave Simon speechless – he usually has contestants quivering in their boots. But he has got a taste of his own medicine with Whitney.

“They had a lot of playful chemistry and got on like a house on fire.”

Simon and Whitney are still friends though, and Simon showed his appreciation by ordering her a basket of toiletries and pamper products from brand Jo Malone.

Talking in OK! magazine this week, current X-Factor joint favourite Danyl Johnson apparently confessed to his mother that he fancied Simon Cowell!

Whether there's any truth in this we'll probably never know, but the mega-confident singing sensation supposedly told his mum Maria Burgess that he would love to go out with the multi-millionaire Cowell.

Danyl joked to his mum that "he'd like to go on a date with Simon", but Maria said "If he brought him home - I'd be totally gobsmacked!"

His mum also revealed that back in 2006, Danyl had previously auditioned for X-Factor but strangely was not even picked to perform in front of the judges! (How the hell did that happen?)Sack whoever was responsible for that cock-up we say!

However, maybe it was a blessing in disguise as it was the one and only Leona Lewis who won that particular year :)

Finally, Danyl's mother Maria added, "Danyl has made me the proudest woman in the world". Aww, how sweet :)

So, a great verdict from the judges, and a very strong performance from Danyl Johnson in spite of a tricky task singing a relatively unknown song by Whitney Houston, "I Didn't Know My Own Strength".

Judge for yourself below. Was he good enough?

Ok so Danyl smashed it again this week (video to follow) singing a never before heard song.


Our personal thoughts are that it was a bad song choice especially as it is an unknown album track, but he delivered it in true Danyl style.

The judges seemed to love him this week which is great and all of the comments were positive. Think he is safe but still, dont forget to vote just to make sure.

Lets open this one up to all our followers. What do people think about the song choice tonight?

DANYL IF YOUR READING THIS DONT FORGET TO POST YOUR COMMENTS

You heard it here first. Tonight on X-Factor Danyl Johnson will only be singing another classic female song!

Talking about tonights choice of song, Danyl said "This is divas week and it's gonna be hard. And I think it'll be the fifth time I've sung a girl's song." - "But I'm looking forward to it. I have a ballad and there'll be a big note in there somewhere, if Simon Cowell has his way. I can't wait."

Lets hope he pulls it off again!

Also on tonights live show, Olly Murs will is ready to impress the audience with his dancing skills...

Olly said: "Dancewise, anything I've ever done is off the cuff. I have never rehearsed anything in my life. The stuff you have seen is from me watching Michael Jackson and Justin Timberlake and just putting my own thing on it."

Danyl, who is still the favourite to win, is currently at 3/1, with Lucie Jones close behind, followed by Joseph McElderry and Stacey Solomon. Olly Murs is currently 6th favourite behind Jamie Archer.

The official site of the X-Factor asked all the finalists what their top 5 pre-party tunes were, and this is what Danyl Johnson had to say.

When asked "What tunes REALLY get you in the mood for a jolly good night out?", Danyl revealed the following:

• 1. My Love - Justin Timberlake
• 2. Sex On Fire - Kings Of Leon
• 3. Let Me Be Your Fantasy - Baby D
• 4. Set Me Free - N Trance
• 5. Beat It - Micheal Jackson

Some old school dance anthems in there, a Jacko classic, a modern rock smash and then good old Justin Timberlake at the top. Well I don't think anybody would have predicted those choices.

Our favourite X Factor contestant Danyl Johnson has revealed that he voted for the Irish twins a staggering five times last Saturday night. The current favourite to win admitted that John and Edward Grimes were one of his favourite acts last week, and he thought their performance was awesome.

In a video blog on ITV1's official website, Danyl said “I voted for the twins, actually five times,”. Going futher he said “Not even sympathy votes, I just thought they were awesome. So entertaining and I think they bring something to the show.”

The twins are certainly splitting audiences this year with many thinking they don't deserve a place in this years finals, but here at DanylAJohnson.com, we agree with Danyl and think they're certainly great value for entertainment! They're definitely not at the top of the singing pile, but for the pure furn factor, they're right up there.

Danyl to win, with the twins coming second? Who knows?

After Saturday nights fantastic perfomance from Danyl Johnson, the odds have now been shortened on Danyl winning this years X-Factor. Betfair no make him 7/2 to win, quite probably due to him winning some sympathy from the public after Danii's comments on Saturday night.

Performing a Jennifer Hudson track - "I'm telling you", (which you might have seen performed at bootcamp by a few other contestants, Danyl got a huge cheer from the audience but the response he received from Danii was not what he expected. Danii made a sly dig about his sexuality, though she later said nothing bad was meant - and that it was just an off-the-cuff remark. Danyl seemed quite upset by the comment though, and this may have been the turning point in his competition future as the public were firmly on his side.

Lucie Jones and Stacey Soloman are second and third favourites behind Danyl (9/2 and 5/1 respectively), with both putting in well received performances.

What will Danyl be singing this weekend? We expect he'll sing a strong traditionally male vocal, and don't be surprised if he's made an even stronger favourite to win the competition.

What a performance! The crowd absolutely loved him and he looked like he had been doing it for years. If the only thing they can say is that he is to cocky then so be it.

Just because he came on without showing nerves like the rest, he was put down by the rest of the judges. They are not fooling anybody and Simon summed it up beautifully. Personally we think that Danii has now done Danyl Johnson a favour by bringing up his sexuality in front of the crowd. It's been mentioned a few times he is a lesser favourite in the crowds eye, but now he may have won a little bit of sympathy back, which can only help his potential in the competition.

Keep it up Danyl, we look forward to next Saturday!

Not the best audition we have seen but still worth putting through without a doubt - and far better than what some of the judges were saying. There are great things to come from Danyl and we would like to get everybodies support, so post your comments and lets make this blog the best Danyl Johnson site on the internet.

Danyl is current favourite to win the X-Factor, though Lucy is pushing him all the way. In our eyes though there is only one winner. Come on Danyl!

Here's a video that some of you might not have seen - it's our very own Danyl Johnson appearing on The Today Show, over on NBC in the USA.

This is sign of Danyl's growing popularity and his worldwide potential. With an amazing voice and boyband good looks, as well as an intense media spotlight, we think that this lad will be here to stay for a long time.

Can he break the chain of female winners in the last two years? We certainly think so.

Launching himself firmly into the spotlight of UK audiences, here is Danyl's first audition for the X-Factor, where he stunned the crowd and had Simon Cowell standing in appreciation. Danyl's rendition of "With a little help from my friends" was judged by Simon to be the best first audition he has ever heard - and thats certainly saying something!

Danyl's audition was featured on the first episode of this years X-Factor, and he had the last slot in the show. The first of many performances that we will surely see from the British schoolteacher. Will we see him back teaching kids in school again after the finals are over?  We don't think so!

Welcome to our all new Danyl Johnson blog! We'll be filling this site with the latest news and gossip from the world of Danyl Johnson, the X-Factors most talked about contestant this year!

From the moment that Danyl wowed us with his first audition, he's gone onto become one of this years most hotly anticipated contestants, and his undoubted ability coupled with his supposed "arrogance" has seen him fill the pages of the media on a daily basis.

Check back soon for more news on the X-Factors most talented contestants for years.