X Factor 2011: Tulisa in tears as her boy band Nu Vibe are sent home

X Factor 2011: Tulisa in tears as her boy band Nu Vibe are sent home after close call with former favourite Frankie

By Andrea Magrath

Last updated at 12:56 AM on 17th October 2011




Gary Barlow was the only judge who boasted that he did not feel nervous ahead of tonight's results on the X Factor.

It seems the Take That judge may have overestimated the female fan base for his contestant Frankie Cocozza, who ended up in the bottom two alongside Nu Vibe.

The teen's survival performance was enough to keep him in the competition though, as only Nu Vibe's mentor Tulisa chose to save the group.

Gone: Tulisa's group Nu Vibe were voted out of the competition on tonight's X Factor results show

Shock near exit: Nu Vibe went up against assumed favourite Frankie Cocozza singing for survival

Nu Vibe performed a slowed-down, almost unrecognisable rendition of Cheryl Cole's Promise This.

Tulisa shed tears as she watched her group perform, telling the audience that she was so sad to see the group in this position as she had so much faith in them.

The group, who were thrown together during boot camp after auditioning as solo artists, were graceful in defeat, thanking the judges for the opportunity.

During their chat on the Xtra Factor later, the band nominated Misha B and The Risk as their favourites of the finalists, and Craig as the one to win.

Singing for survival: nu Vibe performed a slowed-down rendition of Cheryl Cole's Promise This

Tears: Tulisa couldn't hide her emotion as the group performed for the last time

The group tweeted after the show: 'Thank you for everything. We've had such a great experience. Sorry we can't perform to you on the X factor again but this is not the last of Nu Vibe.'

Earlier Gary Barlow was shocked when his star contestant Frankie was announced as one of the bottom two acts.


'I can't believe I'm saying this,' Gary said. 'Frankie Cocozza singing for survival,' before Frankie performed I Can't Do This By Myself.

Throughout his song the 18-year-old clearly kept the girls in the audience happy, blowing kisses to his fan base.

Not good enough: The 18-year-old admitted after last night's show that he feared his performance wasn't good enough

Frankie admitted that after last night's performance he felt deserved to go home on tonight's show.

He even tweeted shortly ahead of the show tonight: 'Extremely nervous. If I don't get through I have had an amazing experience.'

But when it came to the judges for the vote, it was split three to one in favour of Frankie.

Gary said: 'Wow. I can't believe I'm looking at Frankie stood on that stage tonight, I really can't. This is simple for me, the act I'm sending home is Nu Vibe.'

Emotional: Tulisa was in tears as her act was sent home, and said she couldn't understand why it had happened

Kelly deliberated over her answer, which she said was 'so hard,' before sending home Nu Vibe.

A clearly emotional Tulisa said: 'I think it's pretty obvious. It's a shame, but I'm sending Frankie home.'

Louis was the last to vote. 'It's tough,' he said. 'Neither act had a really good night last night. I'm saving the act who has the most potential... I'm sending home Nu Vibe.'

Tulisa was in tears when she joined her group onstage, telling Dermot that she still believes in them and was confused as to why they had been axed. 'Keep going guys,' she urged.

Style wars: Kelly chose a dramatic black gown with a plunging neckline, while Tulisa opted for a short, flirty prom-style frock with a very bust neckline

Glam factor: Viewers were quick to note the female judges' cleavage

The results show kicked off tonight with the finalists first group performance, to Hello by Martin Solveig, which had even the judges dancing in their seats, followed by a standing ovation.

Kelly wore a floor-length black gown with a plunging front that showed off plenty of cleavage,

A sheer body stocking covered her décolletage and torso.

The Destiny's Child star wore her hair in tumbling curls with dramatic dangling earrings and bangles.

Tulisa chose a flirty cream prom-style dress which had Twitter users all commenting on her substantial cleavage.

Upbeat: The finalists did there first group performance to Hello by Martin Solveig

She wore her hair in a bun to the side of her head and large stud earrings.

The Risk were the first group to be sent through to next week, followed closely by Janet, Craig and Johnny.

Gary certainly looked uncomfortable as he was left with two contestants remaining in the final three, before a relieved Marcus was put through.

Nu Vibe were the first to take the stage last night, performing U2's hit With or Without You.

Excited: johnny, who received a tweet from Kylie Minogue after his performance last night, was an early name to be called

Celebration: Girl band Rhythmix are so far successfully beating the 'curse of the girl bands' and are through to week three

Surprise: Sophie looked like she couldn't believe it when her name was called, after voicing her concerns that fans didn't know her yet

SHOW LOSES TWO MILLION VIEWERS

By BEN TODD
Saturday night’s programme was watched by an average of 10.1million people, compared with 12million in the corresponding episode of the previous series.
The ratings slump has coincided with a revival in the fortunes of its BBC1 rival, Strictly Come Dancing.
The long-running dance contest – which averaged 9.1million viewers – beat the X Factor for all but five minutes of the half-hour period when the two programmes overlapped. It also had a larger audience share.
The X Factor numbers are a huge blow to the programme’s executive producer Simon Cowell, 52, who left the British judging panel in order to launch the series in America.

Both Louis and Gary commented last night that they were disappointed in the group's performance.

Louis told the boys that he loved their boy band image but added: 'There's something missing, there's no vibe.'

To which Gary agreed saying: 'I'm sorry guys but no vibe for me. At this stage in the competition I would expect to hear vocals a lot tighter than this.'

Kelly disagreed with the male judges by using her favourite phrase: 'I didn't know what to expect but I'm so happy you guys decided to put it down!'

But that didn't stop her choosing to send them home tonight.

Frankie also received some less than stellar remarks, with Louis telling him he'd 'lost his swagger.'

Last night's episode of the X Factor pulled in two million less viewers than the same week in 2010, it was reported today.

Acoustic: Katy Perry performed her new single, ballad The One That Got Away

Boy band: The Wanted performed their new single Lightning

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Kelly Rowland, Britney Spears and Zoe Saldana lead the fashion pack as the ladies turn to the dark side at the MTV Awards

By Sophie Forbes

Last updated at 11:43 AM on 29th August 2011


She has been charming Britain with her witty personality and sparkling charisma as a judge on the X Factor.

And last night Kelly Rowland returned to the U.S stepping out in style at the MTV Video Music Awards.

The former Destiny's Child singer looked absolutely show-stopping in her plunging Falguni & Shane Peacock dress.

Show stopping: Kelly Rowland chose a feathered and embellished Falguni & Shane Peacock dress which she teamed with a pair of spiked Christian Louboutin heels

The short frock boasted a feathered skirt, long sheer sleeves and gold embellishment and Kelly teamed the stunning outfit with a pair of spiky black Christian Louboutin peep-toe heels.

The X Factor judge isn't the only star to step over to the dark side for the award ceremony and the singer was joined by Britney Spears, Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez were also sporting the mysterious look.

Avatar actress Zoe Saldana donned a rocker style black studded cocktail dress by Barbara Bui with a plunging V shape neckline.

Classic: Both Zoe Saldana and Britney Spears chose dark cocktail dresses for the fun afternoon event

Black beauty: Selena Gomez looks stunning in a Gothic inspired black lace creation as she walked the white carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards tonight

Dark side: JoJo donned a black puff ball dress with Jessie J choosing a black sparkling corset and Jersey Shore's J-Woww choosing a dark metallic creation

A sparkling Britney Spears looked stunning and back at her best in a black sequined Moschino mini dress and matching booties as she beamed for the cameras.

Selena Gomez stepped out in a stunning Gothic style high-necked black lace creation.

She paired the intricate Julian MacDonald dress with gold stiletto pumps by Brian Atwood and a gold Ofira cuff and matching earrings.

Back to black: British singer Adele donned a 60s inspired empire waited dress while You Tube sensation Rebecca Black chose a black shorts and cardigan combo

Dazzling: Disney stars Demi Lovato and Victoria Justice both chose silver sequin cocktail dresses

Selena was just one of many female celebrities who chose to wear black for the evening - in fact black was the dominant colour on the carpet.

She accessorised with snake skin heels by Balenciaga and a gold clutch.


Other ladies who turned to the dark side included singers JoJo, Adele, Rebecca Black and Jessie J while Jersey Shore's J-Woww put a spin on the following in a dark metallic wing-sleeved cocktail dress with a plunging neckline.

Geisha girl: Katy Perry donned a pastel coloured mini dress and matching parasol which complemented her pink hair

Colourful: Katy Perry wore four different outfits throughout the awards

Metallic dresses seemed to be a favourite of the Disney stars with both Demi Lovato and Victoria Justice rocking sequinned silver minis.

There were some celebrities who chose to add a splash of colour to the otherwise dark carpet fashions.

'Chivalry is not dead': Russell Brand escorted wife Katy down the red carpet and helped her up onstage for her pre-show interview, while Britney cosied up to her man Jason Trawick

E! host Maria Menounos dazzled in a bright green draped dress which showed off her tanned skin and lean legs.

Jersey Shore's Snooki out her assets on display in a curve defining orange and gold strapless design by Lending luxury and rapper Kreayshawn added a touch of cute with a fun Disney themed dress.

Curves ahead: Newlywed Kim Kardashian arrived solo wearing a backless KaufmanFranco gown

Glamour: Mother-to-be Beyonce showed off her baby bump in a bright orange Lanvin gown, while Katie Holmes wore a short Alaia dress

Other trends on the carpet included pastel colours which were worn by Katy Perry (in Versace Atelier), Nicki Minaj and Jersey Shore's Deena.
While both newlywed Kim Kardashian and Miley Cyrus bucked the cocktail dress trend by choosing long floor length and backless gowns.

Grown up: Miley Cyrus wore a printed backless Roberto Cavalli gown

Here come the boys: Taylor Lautner (left), Justin Bieber and Joe Jonas all rocked their individual style on the red carpet

Boys will be boys: Joe Jonas posed with Joel and Benji Madden of Good Charlotte

Beyonce stunned the crowd by debuting her growing baby bump in a vibrant red flowing asymmetric Lanvin gown as she affectionately rubbed her tummy.
The 29-year-old superstar had not officially announced that she was expecting and her arrival, with bump, on the carpet was the night's number one talking point.

Adding a splash of colour: Maria Menounos chose a bright green draped dress, Snooki rocked an orange and gold strapless dress from Lending luxury and Mike Newton wore a gold mini dress

GTL: The cast of Jersey Shore brought the tight and bright style to the awards

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Smurfette Katy Perry ensures we know who the star is at The Smurfs premiere

Which character do you play again? Smurfette Katy Perry ensures we know who the star is at The Smurfs premiere

By Andrea Magrath

Last updated at 10:05 AM on 25th July 2011


It is her big screen debut tonight, so Katy Perry would have wanted to ensure nobody stole the spotlight.

The quirky signer arrived at the premiere of The Smurfs movie in New York wearing a cute white dress emblazoned with a picture of her character, Smurfette, in sparkling sequins on the front.

Her newly blonde locks also made their red carpet debut at the event, where Katy was joined by he co-stars, both human and Smurf.

Dazzling: Katy Perry arrives at the world premiere of The Smurfs in a very little white dress emblazoned with her character, Smurfette

Co-stars: The singer voices the character of Smurfette in the family film

Quirky: Even Katy's nails were themed, with a different Smurf on each finger

The 26-year-old E.T. singer showed off plenty of her porcelain skin in the tiny frock which she was with blue pumps and matching eye make-up.

Katy also accessorised with a Smurf manicure - the star had the cartoon characters painted on to her nails for the event.

Perry tweeted on her way to the screening: 'Headed to SMURF VILLAGE for the premiere of The Smurfs!!! I'm SMURFETTE!!! I'm blue... aba de aba die aba de aba di aba de aba di! YAY!'

Joining Katy at the screening were the film's human stars, Sofia Vergara and Jayma Mays.

Modern Family actress Sofia was typically stunning in a long purple gown with stacked bangles and turquoise earrings.

Glee star Jayma Mays, who plays the wife of Neil Patrick Harris in the family film, rivalled Katy's tony frock in her own strapless green mini.

Neil Patrick Harris, looking dapper in a suit, brought along partner David Burtka.

In the movie, the evil wizard Gargamel, voiced by Hank Azaria, exiles the Smurfs from their village into the real world.

Purple patch: Sofia Vergara looked stunning as usual in a long purple gown, and flirted with the Smurfs

Gleek in green: Glee star Jayma Mays rivalled Katy in a tiny green dress

The Smurfs are voiced by Perry as Smurfette, Alan Cumming as Gutsy, Jonathan Winters as Papa Smurf and George Lopez as Grouchy.

It is Katy's debut on film, after her small cameo role in husband Russell Brand's film Get Him to the Greek ended up on the cutting room floor.

The larger-than-life performer also has a role in another upcoming family film, The Muppets.

Star power: Neil Patrick Harris, who stars as Patrick Winslow in the film, brought along partner David Bartka

Celebrity guests: Reality star Olivia Palermo (left) Brooke shields both watched the film

Katy will appear alongside a host of stars including Amy Adams, Jason Segel, Mila Kunis, Selena Gomez, Zach Galifianakis and her Smurfs co-star Neil Patrick Harris.

Reality star Olivia Palermo turned up to the event and looked elegant in a sheer white skirt and off the shoulder nude top.

Brooke Shields brought along her husband Chris Henchy and their children Rowan, eight, and Grier, five.

The actress wore a sleeveless white top with a bright blue skirt to match the theme of the evening.

Family fun: Melissa Joan Hart and Brooke Shields both brought along their families

Make it work: Tim Gunn, who has a cameo in the film posed on the blue carpet, and Alan Cumming cuddles up to a Smurf

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