Alexandra Burke
What a difference a year makes. Roll the clock back 12 months and Alexandra Burke was an aspiring young singer struggling to get a break in the fiercely competitive music business. Fast forward to the present day and The X Factor’s current reigning champion looks set to become a global superstar, having recently signed a five album US record deal with American label Epic Records.
She made history when she became the first British female solo artist to sell over a million records in the UK, with her BRIT nominated debut single, Hallelujah. The whirlwind year for this London lady has seen her perform alongside Elton John at the O2 Arena, sign a contract to become a face for Dolce & Gabbana’s younger clothes collection, as well as work with some of the biggest names in the industry on her highly anticipated debut album, due out later this year – go girl!
Diana Vickers
As soon as Diana glided into the audition room to perform Damien Rice’s, The Blower’s Daughter, it was obvious she had the pedigree to make it all the way.
Her unique singing style made her an instant hit with the viewers and her popularity online has continued to grow with her Facebook group currently attracting over a quarter of a million fans!
Signed to record label RCA, Diana’s debut album is due out early next year and she is also set to star in the title role in the West End production The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.
Laura White
When Laura was voted off the show in week five few could have predicted the public backlash that would follow her departure.
Convinced that she was wrongly ejected, fans of Laura set about campaigning for her reinstatement, she even got a mention in the Houses of Parliament! Since her infamous exit Laura has been busy working on a new album, attending glamorous events such as the BRIT Awards launch party, and performing at a host of public functions including the Miss England Contest 2009!
Fame and fortune or back to the day job? Discover what happened to some more of your favourite acts from each series:
Best of previous series
Series 5 - Boys
Series 5 - Groups
Series 5 - Overs
The winners