Richard picked Joanna to be his prom partner at Bootcamp and the pair have been inseparable ever since, and the Judges saw no reason to split up the partnership. Seeing themselves as the “underdogs” of the competition, as neither have had any formal training, they are hoping they can work hard enough together to win over the voters.

Plasterer Richard Morgan, 20, from Rotherham was overcome with emotion when he was told he was through to the live shows.

Richard has been singing for eight years and regularly performs in working men’s clubs, as well as performing at Sadler’s Wells and The Royal Albert Hall. However, his proudest moment so far was holding his baby girl, Ellen, in his arms for the first time.

“If I were to get the part of Danny it would be like all my dreams have come true,” says Richard. Read more & comment »

Age: 20
Job: Plasterer
Location: Rotherham

“If I were to get the part of Danny it would be all my dreams come true: a better quality of life for my family, which means so much to me. I’m going to do what it takes to get this part.”

The Story So Far…

* After Richard performed David Ian said: “You need to get into shape. Lose 10lbs before Bootcamp and pack in the cigarettes.” David Gest said: “You need so much work, it’s like tuning up an old car.”

* At Bootcamp Brian and David said that Richard had ‘excellent tone’. David Ian also said: “You have so much to learn, but you reacted well to advice, which is great.” Read more & comment »