Olly Murs tells X Factor finalists: “Sing like it’s your first time”

The 17-year-old student had Rita Ora as her mentor. The pair seemed optimistic about their future, commenting: “We came here empty-handed and we’re leaving fully loaded for the music industry!” “An angel who came to Wembley and sang the roof off. What can I say, 17, unbelievable talent”, said Cowell.

Sunday night was the much anticipated final of the X Factor.

Little Mix and Fleur East put on a high-octane show as they performed Black Magic and All That Sax. “That was so much fun being up there with those girls”, said an elated Fleur.

Also performing live on the show for the very first time, Adele wowed audiences with a breathtaking performance of her smash hit “Hello” from the record-breaking album 25, and performances from Coldplay and One Direction.

Viewers have been voting for their favourite to win throughout the weekend.

Speaking to presenter Olly, she added: “I’ve honestly been waiting half my life to do this – I’m so excited to be here”. Otherwise, I’m happy being behind the scenes.

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But fellow judge Rita Ora said: “I might be the most hated person ever but for me, it was a bit cruise ship for me”.

Congrats to Louisa! There was of course a big production around this, and she’s going to probably sell a lot of records for that winners’ single … and deservedly so. It feels insane. I just appreciated everyone keeping me in here.

The remaining acts, Che Chesterman, Louisa Johnson and Reggie “N” Bollie, will compete for the top spot on Saturday and Sunday’s shows.

Up to date: 03:35 EST, 14 December 2015 She appeared in a assortment of handsome gown throughout the 2 night finale of the X Think about London. “Enjoy the time off and have a fantastic time”, he said.

Frontman Chris Martin, who worked up a visible sweat as he danced around with a troupe of gorillas, enthused how excited he was to be on the show and said he didn’t have a favourite for the win.