The biggest TV events of the year has just finished – the X Factor finals. But do you think Joe McElderry deserved to beat Olly Murs? We’ve displayed their final performances, so watch the videos and have your say.
Olly Murs
Age: 25
From: Essex
Before The X Factor: Olly worked in an office, advising people how to cut their energy bills. Imagine that voice answering the phone to you!
The story so far: Olly wowed the judges with his performance of Superstition at his first audition, with Simon saying it was the “easiest yes I have ever given”. At Bootcamp Olly’s performance of Elton John’s Your Song left the judges feeling a bit cold and Simon was frustrated that the Essex Geezer hadn’t taken more of a risk. At Simon’s house in Los Angeles Olly impressed Sinitta, but Simon still wasn’t sure. When the moment of truth came, Simon said, “You’re a risk. But sometimes I need to take risks.”
Known for: His dancing and his cheeky chappy antics, making Olly a bit of a sex symbol.
Final performance:
Joe McElderry:
Age: 18
From: South Shields
Before the X Factor: Joe was a student in South Shields. Entering karaoke competitions made him realise that he was actually quite good at this singing malarkey. So he decided to go all the way and audition for The X Factor.
The story so far: Joe won the hearts of the judges at his first audition with his rendition of Dance With My Father by Luther Vandross. Joe gave his mentor Cheryl and Will Young a performance of Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word to try to win a place in the live finals. They both loved it but Cheryl had to put aside any personal preference towards the teenager when deciding whether to put him through.
Known for: Being Cheryl’s favourite – they’re both from South Shields – and already singing the winner’s song Don’t Stop Believing. Could that mean that it’s already in the bag for Joe?
Final performance:
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