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!

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.

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?