I was drawn in by the title of the thread. Very clever.

That's only on average £5 million each, so Will Young is the winner

 

Misleading poll.

wait Gareth Gates comes from a tv-show contest? :stunned:

no big surprise, but i didn't knew it.

why we don't get that info here? :dozey:

Whitney Houston stuns X Factor viewers with shambolic behaviour!!

 

Whitney Houston stuns X Factor viewers with shambolic behaviour

 

 

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Last updated at 5:26 PM on 19th October 2009

 

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Whitney Houston stunned X Factor viewers last night with her bizarre behaviour following her performance.

The legendary singer, 46, looked disorientated as she nervously shuffled about on stage following an energetic performance of her new single Million Dollar Bill.

The star, who is currently launching her comeback after years away from the spotlight battling a drug addiction, proved an awkward interviewee for X Factor host Dermot O'Leary.

Scroll down to watch a video of Whitney's performance and interview

 

 

Stumbling: Whitney Houston shuffled about on stage and said 'um' a lot as she talked to Dermot O'Leary after her performance

 

During the brief interview, Whitney appeared nervous as she struggled to answer some of the questions, pausing often, starring at the ground and closing her eyes.

Her strange behaviour could have been a sign of nerves for the star, who is returning to the stage after nearly a decade away.

But many audience members watching last night may have left wondering if Whitney's past drug use had affected her behaviour.

Her responses to Dermot's questions were delayed and littered with 'ums' after the singer struggled to find quick answers on the live show.

When asked when the album was out, Whitney paused, before saying: 'Yeah, the um... the album? It should release this weekend, or next week sometime. I'll be back here in April for the tour.'

 

 

Comeback performance: The singer is hoping to revive her career after a decade away, during which time she battled drug addiction

 

 

 

 

 

 

On edge: Whitney fumbled with her dress during the routine

 

 

 

Her performance on Sunday night's result show followed a masterclass session with the 11 acts, where she and music mogul Clive Davis listened to their rehearsals and advised them on their singing.

 

When asked about her directness with the contestants during her masterclass session, Whitney looked at Simon Cowell as she said: 'Yeah, is that why you call me Lippy?'

Pulling faces as she grimaced at the judge, she continued: 'Simon calls me Lippy 'cause I say what's on my mind just like he does.'

 

Wardrobe malfunction: The star's dress came undone, which proved a

distraction for her

 

When asked what she thought of the contestants, Whitney looked at the floor and said: 'I thought that they were....um.... how do I put this really good?'

Whitney appeared lost for words when asked to sum up the acts, and fiddled with her nose before saying: 'So that's um... they're young. They have a lot of room to grow... Um, like Clive told me, practice, practice, practice.'

Whitney mentioning Clive gave Dermot a welcome diversion from the awkward interview as he drew the camera to the music mogul who discovered Whitney.

Whitney's strange behaviour on the show comes a week after Robbie Williams - who has also battled addiction - made headlines with his wide-eyed appearance.

 

Back again: Whitney, pictured leaving the X Factor studios last night, returned to UK TV for the first time in 12 years

 

Following a negative response from critics, Robbie admitted he was incredibly nervous after his entrance was disturbed by a malfunctioning door.

He said: 'I wasn't as nervous as I thought I was going to be... until the sliding door wouldn't open.'

 

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While Whitney's voice was evidentially declined somewhat since her Nineties heyday, she still managed to put on rousing performance of her new song.

Like a true professional, she carried on singing as the strap on her silver dress came loose during her set.

As she was approached by Dermot, she joked: 'I sang myself out of my clothes.'

Celebrity fans watching the X Factor critiqued her set on micro-blogging site Twitter.

Peter Andre wrote: '...I still love Whitney though, I mean she IS a living ledge (legend). Just not tonight for me.'

 

Advice: Whitney and Clive Davis, pictured with Lucie Jones, gave masterclasses to all the contestants

 

Philip Schofield believed X Factor judge Cheryl Cole's performance of Fight For This Love was better: 'Well I think Cheryl was better then Whitney!! Is that controversial?'

Her appearance on the X Factor marked her first UK TV appearance for 12 years.

 

While the music industry is glad to see Whitney back after a difficult period in her personal life, the quality of her voice has obviously been affected by her drug use.

In an interview on the Oprah Winfrey Show earlier this month, Whitney admitted she used to take cocaine with marijuana.

Admitting her drug use became 'heavy' after the 1992 film The Bodyguard, Whitney said: 'You put your marijuana, you lace it, you roll it up and you smoke it... it’s like heroin and cocaine speedballing, but you level it off, with marijuana.'

Whitney finally conquered her demons three years ago when she checked into rehab with the support of her mother Cissy Houston and Clive.

She then found the courage to leave ex-husband Bobby Brown after a rocky relationship.

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I was watching last night,

thinking to myself, WTH?! D:

She wasn't with it at all.

I was watching last night,

thinking to myself, WTH?! D:

She wasn't with it at all.

 

Definitely seemed like she was "on something", and I didn't think she sounded that great, either!:stunned:

Definitely seemed like she was "on something", and I didn't think she sounded that great, either!:stunned:

she only sang one or two lines.

half the time she was doing these little hand movements.

The backing track did more than her.

she only sang one or two lines.

half the time she was doing these little hand movements.

The backing track did more than her.

 

Yes, I'm afraid it appears she's had her day.

The song sucked too!:dozey:

 

I can't believe anyone could be daft enough to fork out a hundred quid to see her in concert next April!!:stunned:

Yes, I'm afraid it appears she's had her day.

The song sucked too!:dozey:

 

I can't believe anyone could be daft enough to fork out a hundred quid to see her in concert next April!!:stunned:

D:

When i go to concerts

i go on the fact that i'll actually hear the singer or band sing or play.

not a backing track.

D:

When i go to concerts

i go on the fact that i'll actually hear the singer or band sing or play.

not a backing track.

 

Me too!!:D

For example, Marillion's acoustic show on Saturday was excellent.;)

 

 

 

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qsnRh1zBOI]YouTube - Marillion - Sugar Mice (Gasometer, Oberhausen 17.10.2009)[/ame]

bring back Britney, all is forgiven!

Whitney Houston

 

I just read the article about Whitney's performance on UK TV last night. A few week's ago she was on German TV in the German programme "Wetten, dass". It was the same pattern then: Whitney sang a song and did that very well - and then there was a very short interview. Whitney answered the questions very slowly and with many "uhms". And her singing voice was not like it used to be. But it was still good to see her. Her daughter was present too - sitting among the audience.

I just read the article about Whitney's performance on UK TV last night. A few week's ago she was on German TV in the German programme "Wetten, dass". It was the same pattern then: Whitney sang a song and did that very well - and then there was a very short interview. Whitney answered the questions very slowly and with many "uhms". And her singing voice was not like it used to be. But it was still good to see her. Her daughter was present too - sitting among the audience.

 

The sad thing is that her voice used to be enough on its own. Now she seems to have to rely on backing singers, dancers and "smoke and mirrors" to enhance her performance, much like Madonna. I wish it weren't true, but that's how it is, unfortunately.:dozey:

What a wreck!

What a wreck!

 

Maybe that's why she was performing on the Wrecks Factor!:lol:

:lol:

BUMP FOR X FACTOR 2009! :D

i always watch the xfactor and i never like it,

but its addictive to know whats happening.

 

Its kind of cool that the first week that Eoghan quigg got knocked off the top of the voting

was by Diana doing a coldplay cover.

 

It wasn't that good though D:

 

Show 6: Best Of British

 

Diana Vickers 31.30%

Eoghan Quigg 19.56%

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Beautiful rendition of The Scientist!

YouTube - The X Factor 2009 - Stacey Solomon - Live Show 1 (itv.com/xfactor)[/url]

 

Beautiful rendition of The Scientist!

You liked it?

 

If I'm honest, i'm still unsure on if i like it.

:P

YouTube - The X Factor 2009 - Stacey Solomon - Live Show 1 (itv.com/xfactor)[/url]

 

Beautiful rendition of The Scientist!

 

I think your ears need syringing again.......................... :shocked2:

You liked it?

 

If I'm honest, i'm still unsure on if i like it.

:P

 

Yeah it was cute and so is she ;)

I think your ears need syringing again.......................... :shocked2:

 

:embarassed:

 

Well I am partly deaf in one ear!

:embarassed:

 

Well I am partly deaf in one ear!

that explains it

:laugh3: It explains alot really.

i joke i joke

 

She's kind of pretty,

But there's a lot better singers than her.

And only three weeks in to the live shows i'm sick of the judges complimenting her personality D:

That's ok joke away, it's not really an excuse cos my other ear hears crystal clear :laugh3:

 

Yes she is so bubbly and funny, but if it goes on any longer it will irritate me!