The following day, Eileen saw the man in a local supermarket and called the police, it was reported. He was also crowned the winner of the second series of Popstar to Operastar in 2011 and the first series of The Jump in 2014. View our online Press Pack. This was his pantomime debut, and he starred alongside Shane Richie Jr. for a 38 performance run. [citation needed], Saturday Night at the Movies, McElderry's fifth studio album, features a collection of songs from films and musicals. The court heard how he turned up at Joe's house on more than one occasion and sent him abusive tweets. [58] On 8 December, he performed at Durham Cathedral to an audience of 1,500, singing, "In the Bleak Midwinter" and David Essex's "A Winter's Tale", with a new verse written by Tim Rice. 4 on the Irish Chart. "After that I went and locked the door. Get the news you want straight to your inbox. [60], McElderry made an appearance on BBC TV series The Magicians in January 2012 and Newsround in February 2012, answering questions about what he was like at the age of 10. And that all of that is why Joe McElderry is amazing. [37], McElderry was approached by Twentieth Century Fox to record the specially written track, "There's A Place For Us", written by American songstress Carrie Underwood. Joe McElderry is the sixth X Factor winner. [82][bettersourceneeded], McElderry took part in the Great North Run half marathon 13.1 mile race on 19 September 2010 raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust,[83][bettersourceneeded] a charity for which he is also an ambassador. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Streaming Forward, Powered By The Past if you love the 80s music, new music, Eurovision, cheesy pop and awesome playlists then let's get this pop party started! I'll do it as long as I enjoy it, if I woke up tomorrow and I hated it I'd stop doing it. He was raised in a small flat in South Shields. (LogOut/ It's been 10 years since Joe McElderry was crowned winner of the X Factor - and he hasn't stopped performing since. "I have always been a very honest person and so it is important for me to continue to be honest," he wrote on his website. "We're doing a special interactive show in my hometown and with that, looking back over the time, I'd forgot that I did some of the things I've done. He didn't like the fuss.'. [27][bettersourceneeded] The first single released from Wide Awake was "Ambitions", a cover of a song by Norwegian band Donkeyboy. However, it was the show's first single not to make Christmas No1, getting beaten there by that year's 'anti X Factor' single, Killing In The Name by Rage Against The Machine. When do we want it? But Joe was marred by controversy early on in his career when he became the unwitting victim of a campaign to stop X Factor winners from always landing the Christmas number one. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033, Celeb obsessed? For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, X Factor fans know him as the fresh-faced teen who won the 2009 show, The singer appeared on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch today, Joe shared this snap on Instagram writing: 'Lets do a show shall we? The song debuted at No. The singer appeared on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch today. [76] Janet Tansley of the Liverpool Echo wrote that McElderry "breathed new life into this middle-aged musical", adding: "His voice was solid and silken and, simply, faultless, rendering 'Close Every Door' possibly the best version I have ever heard". Sign up for a Mirror newsletter h er e . 2023. In 2022, McElderry is set to perform a tour in tribute to George Michael. He owns an apartment in London, England, United Kingdom. He said: "I look and sound like a completely different person, it's actually frightening, I was a child [on X Factor]. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [1] It is McElderry's third album with the label, and his first album featuring self-penned songs. [81] McElderry promoted the album with a "Saturday Night at the Movies" national tour throughout July and August 2017, featuring Lloyd Daniels from the sixth series of The X Factor and Keith Jack and Ben James-Ellis from Any Dream Will Do. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Caught Smoking: These Are The 60 Most Shocking Celebrity Smokers, These 50 Celebrity Tattoos Went Horribly Wrong. 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Joe McElderry has showed off a dramatic new look in his latest Instagram post - and he's looking better than ever.. [citation needed], Wide Awake debuted at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart,[31] with retail sales of 39,405 copies in the country during the album's first week of release. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. [41] At the meeting, he expressed his unhappiness with the company, and told staff members that his relationship with Syco was not working for him. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Oh no they didn't! He said it was actually his decision for the label to drop him, telling the Shields Gazette he called a meeting where he expressed unhappiness, but insisted there was no dispute. He made his 5 million dollar fortune with "Open Arms", "Don't Stop Believin'", "Dance with My Father". Sean met Joe backstage at his first audition for the X Factor judges. "[20][21] McElderry's single stayed at number one on the Irish charts for a second week securing him the Irish Christmas number one (1825 December 2009),[22][23] and the song moved up to the top spot in the UK Singles Chart on 27 December. "[79], On 1 October 2016, McElderry started his Northern Light Tour. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. He added: "At the minute it's tied in a lovely little bow, it was a great experience and I can look back on it with fond memories. [78] John Wood of North West End wrote: "McElderry has been good from the moment the curtain rose; he has a good voice, obviously, and can really handle the comedy, but on Close Every Door he completely takes over, his voice filled with emotion and absolutely soaring; he has the audience breathless. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Aged 16, Tyne And Wear born Joe McElderry auditioned for the 2007 series of X Factor in the UK, but walked away feeling that he was just a bit too young to take on the pressure of a singing contest and potential stardom. Bookmark. The singer, 28, will be celebrating his birthday on Tuesday and revealed plans to host a big birthday night-in to raise fund for The Customs House, his hometown theatre in South Shields. X Factors winners: Global stardom to sex tape scandals - here's what happened next VIDEO. "The Climb" was a contender for 2009's UK Christmas number one,[18] competing against, and losing to, Rage Against the Machine's "Killing in the Name". We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Click to reveal [40] McElderry told Tony Horne that he had a meeting with Syco staff members in February 2011. Fresh-faced Joe McElderry was just 18 years old when he won the sixth series of The X Factor back in 2009. I even changed from the beginning to the final because I was a teenager growing up. Change). "My mum sounded very alarmed and distressed and told me to lock the doors.". [citation needed], On 8 February 2013, McElderry was awarded a Variety Silver Heart award. Little Mix. From 'Dance With My Father' to 'The Climb', Joe took us on a quite the journey. The star often posts selfies from backstage at his performances, showing fans the outfits he's going to be wearing that night. [49], On 11 July 2011, McElderry confirmed that he would be recording his second studio album. [citation needed] He took part in Soccer Six charity on 18 May. "[44] He told Capital FM on 19 August 2011 that he was "forever thankful" to Syco and Simon Cowell for the opportunity they gave him. 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Management, the management company that had managed him since his victory on X Factor. [38] and was also the B-side to "Someone Wake Me Up". WHAT. It's official! You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. He recently reminisced about his time on the show which catapulted him to fame. McElderry performed the following songs during The X Factor 2009: McElderry's debut single, "The Climb", was available to download at midnight on 14 December 2009 and was released physically on 16 December 2009. He said: 'I have met many people in this industry but I've never met somebody who has been as successful as somebody like George Michael and be so humble and lovely and caring and give so much time in the rehearsal room 'He made that whole moment about me. "It was an absolute honour and privilege and is a memory that will remain with me forever. [72][73], Also in 2015, McElderry landed the lead role of Joseph in the following year's UK touring production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. "I felt like I had a great time on X Factor the first time around, I loved the show, I loved the experience, I've got a great platform from it, it's given me a great career that I'm very thankful for and I'd never ever diss that or try to move away from it or shake it off. The album's title track was released as its lead single on 3 August 2012 in Ireland and 5 August . Email webfeatures@trinitymirror.com, Celeb obsessed? Janelle Mone leads the worst-dressed list at the 2023 Met Gala in BIZARRE nearly-naked frock Met Gala 2023: Olivia Wilde flashes her midriff in daring cut-out white gown at glitzy event - as star risks Met Gala 2023: Dua Lipa looks like a fairytale princess in a low-cut vintage Chanel ballgown and 100-carat Met Gala 2023: Here come the Brits! This was due to a plane crash on his way to Trinidad. Joe says he'll be forever grateful for the platform X Factor gave him, but when they asked him to take part in Simon Cowell's new All Stars spin-off, he felt it wasn't the right move for him. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. "I wanted to do a face to face celebration and it didn't feel right for me, I didn't have a good instinct about it because I didn't want to go back a second time and not enjoy it as much as the first time.". Performance & security by Cloudflare. X Factor finalists forced to turn to small town Christmas PANTOMIMES. "It's really weird for me, I feel like a completely different person, I've grown up in the industry so and it's mad some of the stuff I've been through.". He added: "I'm in a lucky position that I still have a career 10 years down the line because it is cutthroat, it is a tough industry to stay a part of. He was also the winner of the second series of Popstar to Operastar in 2011 and the first series of The Jump in 2014. Do you have a story for The Sun Showbiz team? Thank you .". The song was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 2011 for Best Original Song Motion Picture. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. These 10 Whopping Homes & Cars Of Celebrities Look Amazing! The former X Factor contestant appeared to have posed for the smouldering selfie . "Its still such a crazy time for our industry and things are nowhere near back to normal but you have filled my heart already and the tour has just began! The fresh-faced teen managed to see off Olly Murs to snatch the crown in the show's high-flying heyday - and he is still performing today. He was born in 1991 in South Shields and studied performing arts at Newcastle College. Joe recently told fans he was still as enthusiastic about singing as ever, writing: "Im so lucky to get to do what I do! [26], In 2010, McElderry recorded his debut album, Wide Awake, which was released on 25 October 2010. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. To get ready, he looked back at old clips of himself and admits he feels like a different person now. [30] The single went on sale on 8 October 2010 in Ireland. [42] McElderry has also stated that his split with Syco was amicable, and there was no "fight" between them. On 24 December 2011, a man was arrested in McElderry's home town of South Shields and later charged with harassment. [89][bettersourceneeded] In the same month, he released a charity single with Dionne Warwick, "One World, One Song", which they had performed the year before at the Royal Albert Hall, raising money for The Hunger Project. [63], McElderry's fourth album, Here's What I Believe, includes collaborations with Beth Nielsen Chapman, Marcella Detroit and Ludovico Einaudi. Joe McElderry would definitely love to read your tips in the comments below. song - will see the South Shields singer head to Cardiff, Glasgow . For his efforts he receives rapturous applause. Joe McElderry came to fame when he won the sixth series of the ITV show . "But I have to congratulate Jon and Tracy [Morter, who started the Facebook campaign].". He was on The X Factor alongside Jade Thirwall. The death was very unfortunate and caused pain to many family members and fans. He later told The Sun : "I think the Twitter thing was the point when I realised I was gay. The pioneering heart operation that only takes an hour and doesn't leave a scar is performed on first Briton. [1] His first single "The Climb" reached number one on both the UK Singles Chart[2] and the Irish Singles Charts. It went on sale by digital download in United Kingdom on 10 October 2010, with the physical CD available for purchase in the United Kingdom the following day. 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Joe landed a record deal with Simon's label Syco as part of his prize, but he was dropped in 2011 after his single Someone Wake Me Up sold a meagre 7,000 copies. Results are considered accurate to within 2.2 percentage points, 19 times out of 20. After being mentored by Cheryl Cole during the X . [65] He played Tommy in The Who's Tommy at the Prince Edward Theatre for a one-off appearance on 12 November[66] He also appeared in Thriller Live alongside Stooshe and Macy Gray.