IT’S the most successful drama in British TV history and it’s back for the long-awaited fourth season.

Joe McElderry said it was the best experience of his life as he won the 'X Factor' and a life-changing record contract last night.

JOE McELDERRY was tipped to be the Christmas chart-topper and have at least one No 1 next year after being crowned the winner of TV singing context X Factor last night.