First guest performer on The X Factor: Celebrity revealed as James Arthur
James won the show in 2012
He's one of the biggest stars to come from the original series of The X Factor, so it's no surprise ITV bosses were keen to invite James Arthur back to perform on The X Factor: Celebrity.
James, who won the show back in 2012, will take to the Celebrity X Factor stage on Saturday night, as the celebrity contestants nervously wait for the results.
ITV confirmed the news this afternoon, writing, 'The #XFactor stage is a second home for @JamesArthur23! Rumour has it he's quite missing it... Catch him on Saturday night, we're so excited to have him back! #XFactorCelebrity'. sic
James, who won the show back in 2020, also tweeted his excitement, telling fans, 'Excited to say I'll be making a return to @TheXFactor on Saturday night to perform 'Quite Miss Home'. Tune in at 8.30 on @ITV'. sic
Fans were quick to comment on the post, with many expressing their excitement to hear his new single 'Quite Miss Home'.
One user wrote, 'Fantastic! Sat night sorted 😎', with another adding, 'Woo hoo! Show em how it’s done huni x'. sic A third then wrote, 'This is going to be a phenomenal performance. Love this song soooo much. I know who will cry on Saturday. 🙋♀️❤️🦋'. sic
Check out the full line-up for The X Factor: Celebrity:
Megan McKenna
Reality star Megan McKenna has ditched her reality roots in recent years to focus on her music career, releasing a country album called 'Story Of Me' in 2018.
Will she impress the judges?
Jenny Ryan
As well as her recent appearance on Celebrity MasterChef, The Chase legend Jenny Ryan showcased her singing talents.
Max and Harvey
British lads Max and Harvey have enjoyed a massive rise in fame thanks to the app musical.ly. Although they've both been performing since they were kids, the duo have now performed to massive crowds across the world.
V5
Social media stars Sofia, Alondra, Laura, Wendii and Natalie have joined forces to create girl group V5.
Kevin McHale
American actor Kevin McHale is no stranger to the music world! Kevin appeared on hit show Glee as Artie Abrams, before landing a music deal with Universal Music Group. Unfortunately, he lost his place on the show in Week 4.
Try Stars
Rugby stars Thom Evans, Ben Foden and Levi Davis have all teamed up to create a Sports Supergroup called Try Stars. Sadly, they left the competition in Week 5 with Vinnie Jones.
Vinnie Jones
After initially pulling out of the show following the tragic death of his wife Tanya in July, Vinnie Jones was invited to the live shows by Simon Cowell, with the former footballer saying, "I'd be honoured, she would love me to do it." Sadly, he left the competition in Week 5 with Try Stars.
Hayley Hasselhoff
David Hasselhoff's 27-year-old daughter Hayley was sent packing after her audition. Hayley failed to impress her mentor Louis Walsh, meaning she didn't make it to the live shows.
Cole and Edwards
Former Strictly dancer Brendan and former Holby City actor Jeremy were also sent home after their initial audition, failing to impress mentor Simon Cowell.
Ricki Lake
Ricki Lake lost her place on the show when she received the lowest votes from the public during the first live show.
Olivia Olson
Despite Simon Cowell telling her she could 'win' the show, Love Actually actress Olivia Olson was sent home during the first live show.
Jonny Labey
Despite getting a 'safe seat' during the first live show, former EastEnders actor Jonny Labey was given the boot in Week Two.
Victoria Ekanoye
After quitting Coronation Street in January this year, soap star Victoria Ekanoye landed a role on Celebrity X Factor, but her time on the show was cut short when she was voted out in the second live show.
No Love Lost
Despite singing some of their original songs on the show, Love Island stars Samira Mighty, Eyal Booker, Zara McDermott and Wes Nelson were given the boot during the third live show.
Martin Bashir
After forgetting his lyrics the week before, the third live show proved the end for broadcasting legend Martin Bashir.
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