'X Factor' reject Lorna Simpson has blamed her early exit from the show on the limited airtime she was given by TV bosses in the initial stages.

Sharon Osbourne abstained from voting on the 'X Factor' results show after two of her acts found themselves in the sing-off.

'X Factor' judge Gary Barlow has confirmed he is to step down from the talent contest at the end of this series, making the announcement mid-way through a live show.

The first of the X-Factor’s live shows this year hit our screens at 8pm with an 80s night, testing the new performer’s nerves in front of a live audience of millions.

The final hopefuls who have made it to the judges houses stage of The X Factor were revealed tonight.