The hopes of a Tonbridge singer were dashed at the weekend when she was knocked out of a TV talent show.
Hannah Bradbeer, of Goldsmid Road, had almost reached the final stage of popular ITV series The X–Factor when she was sent home by judge Cheryl Cole.
"I'm obviously disappointed," said the 23-year-old, who had her sights set on the next and final leg of the show where contestants perform live for the public's vote.
"I would love the opportunity to perform at live shows, which is something I really excel at, and feel the energy from the crowd and enjoy the buzz."
The young hopeful had flown through auditions and boot camp, impressing Simon Cowell and his three fellow judges, to be among the last 24 acts.
She joined five other young female singers to be mentored by the Girls Aloud band member but failed to make the pop star's favourite three.
Now back at home, the former Weald of Kent Grammar School pupil says she is "extremely hopeful" about the future.
"When I look back at things being on the show has opened so many doors for me," she said.
Currently unemployed, Miss Bradbeer said she was now looking to further her career as a vocalist.
"I'm out and about at the moment banging on doors," she added. "It's great. People are taking my calls now."
She said her experience on The X Factor would always have a "fond place" in her heart.
As well as being in the media, she said she enjoyed the environment, the energy, meeting people and spending a few days as a singer. She added her mentor had been "really nice and down-to-earth".
But Miss Bradbeer added: "I loved the experience but I won't go through that again."
She said it had been suggested that her personality had let her down on the show.
"I was holding back because I didn't want to do anything wrong," she said. "Everybody seemed really nice. Everyone was really talented. But I was in it to win it. I wasn't there to make friends."
The singer said she was now backing girl band Bad Lashes to win the show.
She added it would be her
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2 comments:
Has anybody realised that Hannah's home address has been published here? Not a very good idea.
Was just browsing through some old songs on 'You Tube' and came across Leonard Cohen's 'Allelulah'. This reminded me of 'The X Factor' which then reminded me of the best singer on that show, Hannah. So then I found this site and wondered what happened to the highly talented Hannah. I do hope that she has found a career in singing. To me she was unrivalled on that show. Not only has she a great voice but what stood out to me was that she had more X factor than the rest put together. I expect to hear her soon as that sort of talent should not disappear. The reason I believe that she didn't get through was that she would have obliterated the rest and there would be 'no contest' even though there was some seriously fine singers there with her. So, come on Hannah please and follow the likes of Duffy and Adele and blow our hearts and minds with your powerful voice and wonderful talent! ! !
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