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    X Factor legend secretly writing chart hits under fake name to avoid being judged

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    RYLAN CLARK may have secretly crept on to your playlists without you realising.The TV and radio presenter has been releasing music under a pseudonym – and said the tunes have become hits while people haven’t noticed it’s actually him singing.Rylan has been releasing music under a pseudonym – to avoid being pre-judgedCredit: BBCRylan, who was a contestant on The X Factor in 2012, explained: “I write music. I’ve done quite a lot of songs for myself. Some have been released, but not under ‘Rylan’, and they’ve done well, which is fun.“I’ve released a couple of tracks that have done well and I’m happy with.”I haven’t yet worked out what his alias is, but I’m guessing he’s not Beyonce or Taylor Swift.Asked whether he would release music under his own name, Rylan told Jessie Ware on the Table Manners podcast: “I’m not ready for that yet.READ MORE ON RYLAN“When I started out on X Factor I had a very easy role to play on that show, and that was to be the one that everyone talks about and my job wasn’t to sing.“I think if Joe Public read tomorrow, ‘Rylan’s bringing out a CD’, people would go, ‘Shut up’, and it would be pre-judged.“I’ve been really lucky over the last 12 years. I’ve been successful in my career and I’ve done really, really well.“And this hand is telling me, ‘Don’t tell people it’s you because they’ll pre-judge’.Most read in Bizarre“But there’s this curiosity killed the cat hand going, ‘Could you do it all again from scratch? Could you replicate what you’ve done for yourself again?’.”This Morning legend had a secret Benidorm cameo that was cut from show as former star begs ‘show it to the world!’ More

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      One Direction heartthrob kicked off Tinder after being accused of catfishing

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      ZAYN Malik has been thrown off Tinder because women thought he was a chancer using the singer’s pictures.The heart-throb, 31, said he was suspended after potential dates refused to believe it was genuinely him on the match-making app.Zayn Malik was kicked off Tinder after being falsely accused of catfishingCredit: GettyZayn shot to fame as a member of One Direction alongside Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall HoranCredit: AP:Associated PressZayn, whose hits with One Direction included What Makes You Beautiful, explained: “It’s not been too successful for me, I’ll be honest. Everyone accused me of catfishing.“They’re like, ‘What are you using Zayn Malik’s pictures for?’ “I’ve been kicked off once or twice.”Fellow singer Lewis Capaldi, 27, previously revealed he suffered a similar fate on Tinder. read more on zayn malikZayn went on: “I’m really content and happy with being single for the first time in my life.”He recalled how young he was when planning to marry Little Mix’s Perrie Edwards before having a relationship with model Gigi Hadid — mum to his three-year-old daughter Khai.Zayn, whose album Room Under the Stairs is out tomorrow, told Nylon magazine: “From 17 to 21, I was in a relationship. “I was engaged and [planned to get] married and I didn’t know anything about anything at that point.Most read in Celebrity“I thought I did, because I was 21. I was legally allowed to do everything, but I didn’t know s***.“From 21 to 27, I was with Gi, and we had a kid, and I didn’t really take much time to get to know myself.”Zayn was previously in a relationship with model Gigi Hadid — mum to his three-year-old daughter KhaiCredit: Getty Images – GettyHuge boyband legend Zayn Malik stuns fans as he makes first TV appearance in years More

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      Katie Price hits the recording studio with X Factor legend as she teases pop comeback – despite flop singles

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      KATIE Price has been in the recording studio with X Factor’s Scarlett Lee.The 45-year-old has teased a pop comeback – despite her previous flop singles as she shared video of her singing.Katie Price was back on the mic after time off singingCredit: InstagramScarlett Lee won The X Factor in 2018Credit: Rex FeaturesThe pair have remained close friendsCredit: InstagramKatie reposted footage recorded by Megsy Peters, a producer who who works with Scarlett.Sadly fans weren’t able to hear Katie’s voice as it was covered up by the song Finally by CeCe Peniston.The former glamour girl first tasted chart success in 2006 when she released an album of duets with her first husband Peter Andre.She also competed for a place in the 2005 Eurovision Song Contest with a track named Not Just Anybody, but failed to make the cut.READ MORE ON KATIE PRICEKatie and Scarlett have been pals for years ever since Scarlett gained fame in 2018.She has been helping her friend to get back into the music scene.Two solo singles released in 2010 and 2017 were also flops, with Free To Love Again reaching No. 60.Her hopes of relaunching her music career have previously been made in a desperate attempt to bring in more cash.Most read in CelebrityKatie has now been bankrupt twice – and is moving into a caravan after being evicted from her Mucky Mansion.The mum of five was served an eviction notice and ordered to leave the property in Horsham.Katie Price breaks silence in Mucky Mansion after authority serves bankrupt star noticeKatie is now relocating to something much smaller as she searches for a rented property with her Married At First Sight UK boyfriend JJ Slater.Meanwhile her son Harvey Price, who has disabilities, is returning home from his supported accommodation to spend time with her this week.She wrote on Instagram: “I’ve got my baby bear Harvey home with me.”Everything you need to know about Katie Price Step inside the life of former glamour model Katie Price More

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      X Factor star Katie Waissel reveals EIGHT household names have told her they have suffered sex abuse in music industry

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      FORMER X Factor star Katie Waissel says eight household names have told her they have been victims of sexual abuse and harassment in the showbiz industry.Her revelation comes as she launches a new campaign called #FORTHERECORD to protect young talent from sexual predators.Katie Waissel says eight household names have told her they have been victims of sexual abuse and harassment in the showbiz industryCredit: Dan CharityKatie shot to fame on the X Factor in 2010Credit: ITVCeleb A was taken to secret star-studded parties on false pretext, then plied with alcohol and taken advantage ofCredit: GettyKatie told The Sun on Sunday: “There is an abuse of power and intimidation tactics are being used. “There are so many people who aren’t even speaking out because they are absolutely petrified about losing job opportunities.”She says those who have told her of their trauma include:
       CELEB A: Was taken to star-studded secret parties on the pretence of it being good for their career — but then taken advantage of after being plied with booze;
      CELEB B: Said a “music manager” continued to “sexually objectify” them and made them feel like they were being “pimped out”, even though they were in a relationship with someone;
       CELEB C: A young artist lured into a hotel room by a senior music industry worker, who then abused their position of power;
      CELEB D: A household name in the acting world spoke of being forced to perform sexual acts on a director to advance their career.
      read more on Katie WaisselKatie, 38, came into contact with them, some quite recently, after telling The Sun on Sunday in 2021 how she had been sexually assaulted in a US hotel by a former member of X Factor boss Simon Cowell’s team.In January, she gave evidence to a Parliamentary committee looking into record industry sex abuse and harassment. She told MPs how on another occasion an older man grabbed her and made her sit on his lap in a music studio when she was 16.Katie said: “More and more people have reached out to me.Most read in Celebrity”I offered a pair of ears and a shoulder to lean on — I am happy to help.“I feel honoured that eight well-known people felt they could speak to me in confidence about their experiences of sexual abuse and harassment within the music industry.”X Factor’s Katie Waissel claims she was sexually assaulted by one of Simon Cowell’s teamKatie, who reached the semi-final of The X Factor in 2010, made no formal complaint about the assault on her to the show’s makers Syco.But she did open up about her ordeal later to The Sun on Sunday.Katie said at the time: “I was a victim but I wouldn’t allow myself to recognise just how terrible it’d been.“I’ve never spoken before as I thought I’d be blacklisted and never work again. “I was vulnerable but times have changed and I now feel bold enough to speak out.”Since telling her story, others have got in touch with Katie to reveal their experiences of abuse in the music industry. She added: “I’m a huge advocate for safety in the creative industries and have been researching solutions. “I’m determined to make positive change.Celeb B felt sexually objectified by record boss and ‘pimped out’ into fake relationships against their willCredit: Getty“One artist (Celeb B) informed me that the head of a very well-known record label intended to sexually exploit them by forcing them to be in pretend relationships that they did not agree with, yet feared they would be blacklisted if they disagreed.“Another artist (Celeb C) told me how their report of sexual assault was seriously mishandled and allegedly quashed, and felt completely stuck and still feels trapped and broken to this day. “A household name (Celeb D) in the acting world spoke of being forced to perform sexual acts on a director to advance their career against their will. “They were afraid they would not be believed even if they spoke out publicly.“And then another young high-profile singer (Celeb A) told me they were taken to secret parties with well-known names present, lured there on the pretence of it being a good career opportunity, but then plied with alcohol and taken advantage of.”Katie also told of one radio presenter who was “treated so appallingly that they ended up in hospital after suffering a breakdown due to the toxic and manipulative behaviours from certain senior staff members”.Mum-of-one Katie is also calling for Non-Disclosure Agreements to be banned from the music industry as she believes their use blocks victims from going public on sex abuse and bullying.She said: “I think NDAs are a huge issue.“Not one company has spoken up to say they will get rid of them.”They completely gag people from being able to open up about their experiences. There is a tremendous lack of accountability and action for record labels and studiosKatie Waissel “I’ve spoken to people in this country, the US and Australia — it’s a real problem.”Katie has recently met several MPs — including Deputy PM Oliver Dowden — to discuss her concerns. Speaking about the cross-party Parliamentary Women and Equalities Committee for its Misogyny in Music inquiry earlier this year, she added: “I provided evidence for that report and I am pleased it was able to go ahead. “There was a lot of disappointment that the Government decided not to make any changes.“The companies have a duty of care to safeguard people. “There is a tremendous lack of accountability and action for record labels and studios.” As well as her #FORTHERECORD campaign, Katie has also launched a website called OWHL — Overseeing the Welfare, Human Rights and Liberty — for those in the creative industry.She said: “It’s a platform committed to revolutionising safety within the creative industries, allowing creatives to check into a place of work and they can also tap a button and there will be an alert.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I want to build up people’s confidence that the industry can be safe. Together we can make the music industry a place to thrive.”Celeb C was a young artist who was lured into a hotel room by music exec feels and ‘broken’ after their report of sexual assault was quashedCredit: GettyCeleb D is a household name in the acting world who was forced to perform sexual acts on a director to advance their careerCredit: Getty More

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      EastEnders and Celeb X Factor hunk dating stunning actress after split with ex

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      EX-EASTENDERS star Jonny Labey looks to have found love with a stunning actress six months after splitting from his famous ex-girlfriend.Actor Jonny, who is best known for playing Paul Coker in the BBC soap, had been in a year-long relationship with Hannah Amin before they quietly unfollowed each other on social media late last year.Jonny Labey looks to have found love with actress Margherita BarbieriCredit: Instagram/alwaysmargiThe pair recently worked together on a new projectCredit: Instagram/alwaysmargiJonny is still in the entertainment industry, but he’s a trained barber tooCredit: Instagram/jonnylabeyThe former soap favourite, who has since retrained as as a barber, has shared a picture of Margherita Barbieri on Instagram, calling her “my life”.The snap shows Margherita, who stars as Simone Souter in Hulu series Spellbound, posing in front of a Ferris wheel during a night out in Liverpool. The former EastEnders star has also been leaving a string of flirty and loved-up emojis on Margherita’s snaps in recent weeks.It’s thought that the pair grew closer after Margherita appeared in a film that Jonny was directing earlier this year. READ MORE ON EASTENDERSIn an interview with ReVamp, Margherita drew comparisons between herself and her Spellbound character.She said: “My character, Simone, is a free spirited, determined and fearlessly passionate student at The Paris Opera Ballet School. We have pockets full of things in common, both being half Italian, very arty, in love with dancing, and both having very ambitious mindsets, sensitive emotions and vivid energy.”Trained ballet dancer Margherita overcame an eating disorder in her teens that at one point saw her weigh just four stone.At the time she lived off a single bowl of porridge a day and had a long lists of foods she was too afraid to eat. Thankfully she has recovered.Most read in ShowbizIn her interview from last September, she candidly spoke about how she learned to be comfortable in her own skin. “I held myself back for a while, because I was scared of looking silly and of having fun,” she said. “I also felt like I didn’t deserve to be ridiculously happy, which I have now thankfully got past. EastEnders star switches careers to completely different job – seven years after soap exit “I’ve stopped holding myself back, I find joy in silliness, in being young and feeling free, I’ve let go of overly valuing what people may be thinking, and I’ve fallen helplessly, unconditionally, utterly, overwhelmingly in love with myself and this life… “I wish I had been fearless sooner, I wish I hadn’t been so scared to be myself. So be silly, have fun, love giving love, to yourself and to others, hug people more, make mistakes, pull a clumsy face and move on. Be serious with your dreams, protective of your energy, yet playful with your imagination.”Meanwhile, Jonny joined the cast of EastEnders as Les and Pam Coker’s grandson Paul in 2015.His character fell in love with Ben Mitchell but was killed off in a horrific homophobic attack a year later.Since leaving he has gone to forge a successful career and has appeared as a judge on CBBC dance series Taking the Next Step, alongside Marlon Swoosh and Kimberly Wyatt.He has also starred in a string of huge stage shows including Strictly Ballroom: The Musical, Lin Manuel Miranda’s Into the Heights and White Christmas. READ MORE SUN STORIESIn 2019 he wowed ITV viewers with his smooth vocals on a celebrity version of The X Factor.And he also became the first winner of ITV’s Dance Dance Dance alongside his then-fiancée Chrissy. The couple got engaged following their win, they split three years later after growing apart.Margherita stars in Hulu series SpellboundCredit: Instagram/alwaysmargiJonny played Paul Coker in EastEndersCredit: BBC More

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      Game of Thrones body double Rosie Mac shows off stunning figure in sheer lingerie

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      MODEL Rosie Mac was the Mother of Dragons — and now her pop career can take flight.The 27-year-old English beauty was body double for actress Emilia Clarke when she played Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones. Game of Thrones body double Rosie Mac showed off her stunning figure in sheer lingerieCredit: Chilli MediaRosie is now recording music in Nashville, TennesseeCredit: InstagramBut Rosie has swapped the UK for the United States while embarking on a career change.Now Rosie is recording music in Nashville, Tennessee.She told fans on social media: “Living my dream.”On Instagram Rosie has amassed over 200k followers with her sultry snaps.read more on showbizRosie competed on Little Mix’s BBC talent show The Search before embarking on a solo career.And she auditioned on The X Factor in 2016 — but had to pull out after a car accident.This after she had won a yes vote each from then-judges Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger, Louis Walsh and Sharon Osbourne.Rosie wowed the judges with her cover of 1974 song Streets of London.Most read in CelebrityRosie was body double for actress Emilia Clarke when she played Daenerys Targaryen in Game of ThronesCredit: HBO More

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      X Factor star Diana Vickers strips down to a green bikini and flashes her bum

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      IT’S been sixteen years since she first found fame and Diana Vicker’s shows that she’s still got the X Factor, as she poses in a green bikini.The 32-year-old stripped off on social media, showing off her flawless physique in the tiny lime green swimwear set.Diana shows off her flawless physique and pert derriere on the insta reelCredit: instagramThe star is keen to collaborate with brands in a bid to keep her profile upCredit: instagramCommenting on instagram reel, Diana, invited beach wear companies to collaborate with her. She wrote: “ I am going to be getting this tush in the sunshine soon, any cute bikini, summer clothing brands want to collab, please DM.’The singer who hosts a podcast recently opened up about her painful health battle with endometriosis- a condition that sees the lining of womb grow elsewhere in the body, often covering the ovaries.Once her condition was diagnosed after a period of intense pain in her legs and stomach, she admitted to seeking advice from a spiritual leader who she says changed her life.read more aboutSpeaking to The Sun, about her session with the healer she said:”I kid you not, after the first session we did my bloating went down, and I went back to her again because I was still getting leg pain and the leg pain went.”I went from being totally anti-social, disengaged from my friends, I spent a lot of time in my bedroom falling asleep in the day, crying. I’d noticed a changed in my body, and as a woman you feel shame in that you don’t really know what’s going on, and it’s very confusing. I was struggling.”The star was best known for coming fourth on the fifth series of The Factor where she was mentored by Girls Aloud star Cheryl.Most read in ShowbizDuring the show she also dated one of her fellow contestants, Northern Irish singer Eoghan Quigg, who just beat her to final.She then landed a coveted role in The Rise And Fall Of Little Voice in the West End.
      The singer has been in the public eye for many years and has kept herself busy with theatre work and song writingCredit: Rex
      The singer first found fame as as teenager on the X Factor finishing in 4th placeCredit: Handout More

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      X Factor judge and huge noughties pop star headlining UK festival as she returns to the stage for one off show

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      NICOLE Scherzinger is headlining a UK festival later this year.The pop legend shares the bill with fellow X Factor alum Rylan, Eurovision sensation Sam Ryder, and sixties icon Gladys Knight.Nicole Scherzinger is heading a UK festivalCredit: GettyRylan has also been announced to DJ at the festival on Friday nightCredit: GettySam Ryder will perfom on SundayCredit: GettyGladys Knight has fitted the festival into her tour and it will mark her final UK performance everCredit: GettyNicole will kick of the UK’s only black-tie music and arts festival set on the stunning Thames riverside on July 10.The former X Factor judge and ex-Pussycat Dolls star will perform hits and musical numbers from her career on a floating stage.Henley Festival will play out across five summer nights offering world-class music and comedy, topped off by a stunning fireworks display.It comes off the back of a whirlwind few months for Nicole.READ MORE ON X FACTORShe recently picked up an Olivier Award after she landed the Best Actress in a Musical gong for playing Norma Desmond in the hit Sunset Boulevard.She recently told Closer magazine about the role: “It was life changing. “The most exhausting thing in my life but the most rewarding.”It felt like I’d won the Olympics when it was finished. It was hard work but it’s my passion and I wear my heart on sleeve. Now we’re going to Broadway. It’s my dream job.Most read in Music“I’m living my best life performing on stage… But would do less shows.”Nicole Scherzinger fans can’t believe her real age as she shows off her washboard abs with sexy dance routine Andrew Lloyd Webber, the man behind the music in Sunset Boulevard, heaped praise on Nicole and her vocal abilities ahead of the show’s run at the Savoy Theatre.He said: “Nicole is one of the finest singers I have worked with, and I can’t wait to get started on this exciting show with her and the rest of this brilliant team.”After the Pussycat Dolls disbanded in 2010 Nicole launched a solo music career which saw her score five UK top 10 singles.She made her West End debut back in 2014 when she starred as Grizabella in the musical Cats.She also performed at the Coronation Concert for King Charles last year.The star is engaged to former rugby player Thom Evans.Nicole had five solo Top Ten singles, including a No1 with Don’t Hold Your Breath after the Pussycat Dolls disbanded.READ MORE SUN STORIESHer last solo single, Bang, was released in 2014 but she has collaborated on a number of tracks since, including The Drop with Dimitri Vegas and David Guetta in 2022.Punters will be treated to a set from Trevor NelsonCredit: Redferns – GettyComedy is on offer from Dara O’BriainCredit: GettySara Pascoe joins Dara on the comedy stageCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Inside JLS star JB Gill’s incredible Grand Designs style makeover of £2m farmhouse with pool – after raid at knifepoint

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      JLS hitmaker JB Gill has revealed plans for a slick party room and gym extension at his plush £2million farmhouse.The Everybody In Love vocalist, 37, is planning a “luxury leisure and entertainment suite” in a significant expansion of his idyllic countryside pad.JLS star JB Gill is planning a party space and entertainment suite for his £2million rural pileCredit: SuppliedThe Everybody In Love hitmaker has submitted plans to extend his rural homeCredit: ITVThe existing conservatory, as featured on Through the Keyhole, will be demolished to make way for the changesCredit: ITVHe found fame in boyband JLSCredit: PAThe home is in rural surroundings, with The X Factor hitmaker trading in fame for life as a farmer.They grow apples in the orchards in the vast 13-acre paddocks and have already installed an outdoor swimming pool, stables, a cinema and paddocks.The JLS favourite has embarked on a farming career and keeps pigs and chickens at the smallholding where he has successfully produced award-winning turkeys and free-range pork.Now, the One Shot vocalist wants to demolish an existing conservatory to make way for the lively space.read more jlsJB and wife Chloe have detailed their Grand Designs-style makeover with a first floor bedroom extension as well.This will include a bigger, family-style utility room involving the demolition of an external walkway.The popstar’s planning agent told the local council in a statement: “These proposals are an appropriate form of development at this property which lies in the green belt.”The dwelling and the proposed minimal extensions will be well screened from the lane with significant vegetation around the entire site.Most read in Music”This means that there is no harm to visual amenity of the wider area from the minimal extensions proposed here and, therefore, no impact on the green belt of rural character.”The extensions are in keeping with the existing dwelling in terms of scale and form and result in a pleasing experience.Noughties pop legends tease tour plans with ‘big announcement’ promise”The extensions will have no impact on surrounding properties and is a positive change to the dwelling as a whole.”The Summer on the Farm host bought the four-bedroom farmhouse for £1.2million in 2011.It is now believed to be worth £2million, with three reception rooms and a master suite.Council officials will make a decision on the plans next month.If planning permission is granted, building work is expected to start in August and be completed in March 2025.Horror raidBack in 2020, the boyband ace was sprayed in the face with oil by thugs who broke into his rural home.He was attacked at 3am as he confronted the criminals, who then threatened wife Chloe with a knife.The gang of four then fled with valuables.We exclusively reported how the dad of two was taken to hospital for treatment.We reported that they were “extremely shaken” but escaped serious injury.A source at the time said: “This was a terrifying incident. JB was sprayed in the face and the gang threatened Chloe with a knife.“He wanted to protect her and their kids but the best way to do that was to ­cooperate with the gang.“Police and medics rushed to the house and JB was taken to hospital.“Luckily, he wasn’t badly hurt and was able to leave later that day.”Pop kingJLS shot to fame in 2008 when they finished runners-up on The X Factor.READ MORE SUN STORIESJB and JLS bandmates Aston Merrygold, Oritse Williams and Marvin Humes had chart-topping hits with Beat Again, Everybody in Love, The Club is Alive and She Makes Me Wanna.They split in 2013 with an estimated £6million fortune each. Further add-ons to the family pad include a bedroom extensionCredit: InstagramJB suffered a horror pad at the home – surrounded by 13 acre paddocks – back in 2020Credit: Instagram More