Ayda Field Williams: Everything we know about her stint on The X Factor so far
It's a family affair!
Author: Emma DoddsPublished 30th Oct 2018 Last updated 31st Oct 2018
Ayda Field Williams has now established herself as an integral member of the brand new judging panel on The X Factor. Along with her husband, Robbie Williams, Ayda joins One Direction star Louis Tomlinson and showbiz guru Simon Cowell in the chairs.
Ayda Field was first rumoured to be joining the panel of The X Factor in June 2018, after The Mirror reported that the actress could be set to join the panel alongside her husband in a reported joint £10 million deal.
A source told the publication, "She thinks doing the show with Robbie will be a lot of fun – particularly as she wants to beat her husband at his own game. She can’t wait to get started."
Swipe through to see which X Factor 2018 contestants went through to the live shows...
Simon Cowell and The Girls
Ayda Field Williams: Everything we know about her stint on The X Factor so far
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Danny Tetley
He was given a no by Simon Cowell on Pop Idol 17 years ago, but Danny Tetley has been given another chance as Ayda chose him to go through to the live shows.
Simon Cowell and The Girls
Scarlett Lee
After missing out on a place in the live shows last year, 20-year-old Scarlett sailed through Judges' Houses after impressing Simon and his guest judges.
Shan
25-year-old Shan has been a firm favourite with viewers ever since her first audition on this year's show. And she certainly impressed Simon when she performed her original track 'Get Back'.
Molly Scott
She's only 16-years-old, but Durham girl Molly Scott has an amazing voice! Molly impressed Simon when she performed her own version of BTS' hit 'Fake Love'.
Bella Penfold
Despite only three acts from each category being put through in recent years, Simon decided to change it up this year, giving rapper Bella Penfold that all important yes.
Louis Tomlinson and The Boys
Anthony Russell
After helping him overcome his demons last year, Louis helped Anthony Russell's dreams come true by putting him through to the live shows.
Armstrong Martins
Armstrong Martins impressed Louis and his guest judges by putting a twist on the Friends theme tune 'I'll Be There For You'.
Dalton Andre Harris
He's been one of the most consistent contestants since his first audition, and Dalton Andre Harris certainly didn't disappoint in this round!
Brendan Murray
Brendan's unique voice is VERY popular with Louis, with the Irish singer getting a big yes from the One Direction singer.
Robbie Williams and The Groups
LMA Choir
Liverpool's LMA Choir are set to bring something different to The X Factor live shows.
A Star
At the ages of just 14 and 15, A Star are the youngest competitors in this year's X Factor. They impressed Robbie with their 'chemistry' despite being put together on the show.
Vibe 5
New boyband Vibe 5 were given a chance to impress in the live shows by Robbie.
Misunderstood
The Misunderstood boys yet again smashed it in their audition, sailing through to the live shows.
Ayda Williams and The Overs
Giovanni Spano
West End performer Giovanni Spano is set to bring a bit of rock to this year's live shows.
Janice Robinson
She's been a fan favourite ever since she performed 'Dreamer' in her audition, and now Janice Robinson will get the chance to impress in the live shows.
Olatunji Yearwood
We can't wait to see what fun Ola brings to the live shows!
Danny Tetley
He was given a no by Simon Cowell on Pop Idol 17 years ago, but Danny Tetley has been given another chance as Ayda chose him to go through to the live shows.
Simon Cowell and The Girls
Scarlett Lee
After missing out on a place in the live shows last year, 20-year-old Scarlett sailed through Judges' Houses after impressing Simon and his guest judges.
Shan
25-year-old Shan has been a firm favourite with viewers ever since her first audition on this year's show. And she certainly impressed Simon when she performed her original track 'Get Back'.
Molly Scott
She's only 16-years-old, but Durham girl Molly Scott has an amazing voice! Molly impressed Simon when she performed her own version of BTS' hit 'Fake Love'.
Bella Penfold
Despite only three acts from each category being put through in recent years, Simon decided to change it up this year, giving rapper Bella Penfold that all important yes.
Louis Tomlinson and The Boys
Anthony Russell
After helping him overcome his demons last year, Louis helped Anthony Russell's dreams come true by putting him through to the live shows.
Armstrong Martins
Armstrong Martins impressed Louis and his guest judges by putting a twist on the Friends theme tune 'I'll Be There For You'.
Dalton Andre Harris
He's been one of the most consistent contestants since his first audition, and Dalton Andre Harris certainly didn't disappoint in this round!
Brendan Murray
Brendan's unique voice is VERY popular with Louis, with the Irish singer getting a big yes from the One Direction singer.
Robbie Williams and The Groups
LMA Choir
Liverpool's LMA Choir are set to bring something different to The X Factor live shows.
A Star
At the ages of just 14 and 15, A Star are the youngest competitors in this year's X Factor. They impressed Robbie with their 'chemistry' despite being put together on the show.
Vibe 5
New boyband Vibe 5 were given a chance to impress in the live shows by Robbie.
Misunderstood
The Misunderstood boys yet again smashed it in their audition, sailing through to the live shows.
Ayda Williams and The Overs
Giovanni Spano
West End performer Giovanni Spano is set to bring a bit of rock to this year's live shows.
Janice Robinson
She's been a fan favourite ever since she performed 'Dreamer' in her audition, and now Janice Robinson will get the chance to impress in the live shows.
Olatunji Yearwood
We can't wait to see what fun Ola brings to the live shows!
Danny Tetley
He was given a no by Simon Cowell on Pop Idol 17 years ago, but Danny Tetley has been given another chance as Ayda chose him to go through to the live shows.
Why is Ayda Field a judge on The X Factor?
Ayda Field started out her career as an actress on American sitcom Days Of Our Lives, and has since had many comedic roles on other US TV shows. When asked by RadioTimes.com why she was a judge when she doesn't have any music experience, Ayda said, "I’m here to find some great talent and make some great TV. So that’s really my focus.
"I want to help someone achieve their dreams, so whatever someone wants to say, that makes it more exciting because if it wasn’t a challenge it wouldn’t be much fun. So I’m excited to be the underdog and show the boys how it’s done!"
Which category does Ayda Field Williams have on The X Factor?
Ayda Field Williams has the Overs category, and is currently mentoring her final contestants in the live shows. Giovanni Spano and and Danny Tetley are still in the running, but Olatunji Yearwood and Janice Robinson have unfortunately been sent home.
Is Ayda Field Williams married to Robbie Williams?
Ayda, who is also on the Loose Women panel, has been married to former Take That star Robbie since 2009 after being introduced by a friend in 2006. Ayda Field and Robbie Williams' baby Colette 'Coco' who was born via a surrogate in September 2018 after a secret pregnancy, and they are also parents to five-year-old daughter Theodora 'Teddy' and three-year-old Charlton.
Ayda and Robbie became the first married couple to ever be on the judging panel together in the show's 14-year history.
But Robbie wouldn't be the first Take That star to sit on the panel, following in the footsteps of his bandmate Gary Barlow, who replaced Simon Cowell as head judge in 2011 to 2013.
The X Factor continues on Saturday 3rd November on ITV at 8.35pm.
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