MEGAN McKenna has been won the first X FACTOR: Celebrity after impress the judges and viewers in singingc ontest.
But what is the former TOWIE star’s prize? Here’s what we know about the show that first hit our screens on October 12…
Simon Cowell is back with a new version of the X Factor
What is The X Factor: Celebrity winners prize?
HOAR exclusively revealed that Simon is hoping to transform the fortunes of the star by offering a big money deal with his Syco record label and a shot at the Christmas No1 as a prize.
A source said: “[Simon] decided to put a proper record deal with Syco on the table for the winner with serious money behind it. Its a proper competition and they want people who can really sing but who are big personalities too.”
Traditionally, the winnerreceives a 1million record dealunder Syco Music, while their winning single is usually known to land the Christmas Number 1 spot.
However, Ben Haenow in 2014 was the last to get the coveted as ratings decreased.*
Simon Cowell will be judging alongside Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh
When did The X Factor: Celebrity start?
The official start date for The X Factor: Celebrity was October 12.
It aired at 8.30pm on ITV and will continues to at the same time and place for the next few weeks.
We are yet to find out an official date for the show’s final.
Find out more aboutThe X Factor: Celebrity line-up here.
Who are The X Factor: Celebrity judges?
Simon Cowell
Head judgeSimon, 57, has only ever missed three series of theX Factor, during which time he was replaced by Gary Barlow.
He has been the winning judge three times with Steve Brookstein, Leona Lewis and Ben Haenow.
Louis Walsh
Irish music managerLouis, 67, is a viewer favourite and show original.
He’s only ever missed two series of the ITV show, which was in 2015 and 2018.
Nicole Scherzinger
Pussycat DollNicole, 41, first judged on The X Factor in 2012 and made a dramatic return to the show in 2016, in the wake of her feud with rivalCheryl.
Her act Matt Terry won the competition in 2016, while she helped James Arthur grab first prize in 2012.
