X Factor is a music reality show in the United Kingdom. It airs on the ITV channel. It is similar to American Idol in that contestants compete for a cash prize and a recording contract. The X Factor replaced the Pop Idol TV series because creator Simon Cowell wanted to own the television rights.
Winners
- 2004: Steve Brookstein
- 2005: Shayne Ward
- 2006: Leona Lewis
- 2007: Leon Jackson
- 2008: Alexandra Burke