X Factor 2012 1st Results: Who left? Gary Barlow storms off as Carolynne Poole loses to Rylan Clark

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The X Factor first results show literally just aired and after only one performance and one live show, already an act has been eliminated from the ITV series.

BBC bosses had the heart to allow their Strictly Come Dancing contestants to perform twice this year, before sending one of their celebs home but ITV producers are not that kind and after offering a lifeline to wildcard contestant Christopher Maloney last night, tonight they destroyed the dreams of one other act.

Bookies have been tipping MK1 to leave all week, however today they changed their odds somewhat, making fellow Team Louis group District 3 their odds on favourite to go home, followed by MK1 and then by Union J and Carolynne Poole.

WATCH CAROLYNNE POOLE’S STARSHIPS PERFORMANCE HERE – COMPARED TO RYLAN CLARK’S GOLD HERE. WHICH DID YOU PREFER?

Revealing the results this evening, Dermot O’Leary caused shock around the nation when he confirmed that all three groups had won enough votes to make it through to next week’s show, while Carolynne Poole and Rylan Clark had polled the lowest support and would be competing in the sing off.

Rylan Clarke - X Factor live show

Rylan was first up to the stage, singing ‘One Night Only’ as his save me song. It was pretty dire and if he wanted to showcase his vocals then this was not the song for Clark. We were sure that not even Katie Price could save him after that tuneless performance. Nicole clapped and cheered along throughout the track, but Gary Barlow looked secretly content in the knowledge that Carolynne should easily beat the Essex hopeful. If only he knew…..

Next up was Poole and she took on Faith Hill’s ‘There You’ll Be’ as her last ditch attempt to remain in the competition. It was a competent and strong performance and while the song choice was predictable, we thought Caz did it justice and more.

She looked pretty amazing too in her figure hugging black mini dress and dark smoky eye makeup. Perhaps if she had been styled like this last night, she would have won more votes.

JUDGES COMMENTS:

TULISA: I love Rylan as a performer and entertainer, with Carolynne she has an amazing voice. I have to base it on that performance and it hurts me to say it but I have to send home Rylan.

NICOLE: Carolynne you are a beautiful and effortless singer but I have to stick with my boy.

GARY: Carolynne thank God you got to sing like that, this makes it easy for all the judges. Rylan I’m glad you learned the truth that if you pull the mic away we cant hear you singing.

LOUIS: Carolynne I love country music and what you bring to the competition. It’s so hard….I want to save Carolyne….no I want to send it to deadlock.

It was all very confusing and we’re pretty sure that Louis didn’t know who he was saving, but as it did eventually go to deadlock, Dermot revealed that the act with the fewest votes was Carolynne and she was leaving the competition.

Gary Barlow stormed off when he heard the news and we are patiently awaiting the uproar!

Did you agree with tonight’s result? Who did you want to see going home? Leave your comments below…..

137 Responses to “X Factor 2012 1st Results: Who left? Gary Barlow storms off as Carolynne Poole loses to Rylan Clark”

  1. Gav Harrison says:

    Louis was told to take it to deadlock if you noticed there was someone speaking to louis during the performance,this was 100% put up to keep him in,the X factor has lost a lot of credibility tonight.

    • laura says:

      yep me and bro both seen that and we said straight away bet it goes to dealock!!! fix

      • mindy says:

        I also said it will go to dead lock, and i do not blame gray for walking of I would have done the same.

    • Dominic Taylor says:

      I saw it, a complete fix, I wonder if Louis was threatened with losing his place on the next series. Well I won’t be watching again. A fix and a farce !!

    • Kat says:

      Louie tonight lost any credibility he had as a judge/ manager and I for one will not be made a fool of by watching such a fixed show again.

  2. Kernow says:

    Absolutely ridiculous! Any fool can see Carolynne should have won. Rylan is a talentless twat and Louis should be ashamed of himself! Happy birthday Simon… Hope You’re proud of your show!

  3. Judy says:

    I will not be watching any more X factor. Louis Walsh you are
    a disgrace and a total coward. I hope Gary Barlow doesn’t come
    back to this sham, at least he’s got the balls to
    stand up for what he thinks right. Nicole you should
    bog off back to USA n fast. Please book a one way ticket n take the
    attention seeking prick with you!

  4. Aaron says:

    I saw the man talking to Louis straight away, and thought the worst of it, absolute joke. Obviously the show are that desperate for viewers that they need to keep that tit in.

  5. Donna says:

    I am furious, Louis chose to save carolynne and then looked away and looked back and went to deadlock, I agree someone told him to take it to deadlock. This should not be allowed to happen. What the hell is the point of even getting them to sing a last song at the end of the show to fight for their place if things like this happen.its a bloody fix, I’m sure the ratings will go down after this and I hope they bloody do as I won’t be watching this crap anymore.

  6. Linda says:

    Well that’s it I will no longer be watching the X factor after tonight’s absolutely ridiculous sham the program has gone to the dogs and if garry Barlow wants to save his reputation he should walk away
    Simon cowel you are a joke as if we don’t know it’s already decided who goes through its all to get people talking and watching next week to see what happens next well I’ve had enough its too annoying I won’t be watching any more!!

    • Lars says:

      Maybe this is why Simon quit to start the US show. I remember countless times when he has been frustrated with the other judges decision during the result shows

  7. diablo 1970 says:

    completr sham, yes I saw the guy in the suit talking to Louis, ITV hang your head in shame to allow this to happen, all for the ratings SCUM!!! total disgrace !!! Gary id walk away from this complete fiasco!!!! Louis you seriously have issues!!!

  8. diablo 1970 says:

    complete sham, yes I saw the guy in the suit talking to Louis, ITV hang your head in shame to allow this to happen, all for the ratings SCUM!!! total disgrace !!! Gary i’d walk away from this complete fiasco!!!! Louis you seriously have issues!!!

  9. janet says:

    I will not be watching again I was so disappointed Louis said he was saving carolynne then changed his mind it was a shambles Gary has the only integrity on the show and did right to walk Rylan was not good enough to go through at all and he knew it
    Absolute farce will not get viewers to stay more of them will leave because of this and I am one of the x veiwers NOW

  10. William says:

    Louis is a wee dick

  11. Ross Anderson says:

    At last! The public are finding out what Cowell and his organisation are about. They are destroying the music industry by taking talentless people and making them believe they have something. If these peole were any good they’d be doing it already!!

  12. Karen from Windsor says:

    I have always loved this programme, both for the entertainment and fun, but you guys at ITV have shamed the integrity of the show and 1 of it’s best ever talented judges for the sake of media attention, very sad. So with you Mr B hugs us lot xxx

  13. Mick says:

    Louis Walsh you are the most spineless man I have ever seen. X Factor’s been fixed for years and it’s all about the money, not the talent! Decided to watch this year cos there was plenty of talent, after tonight’s ridiculous farce from Louis, I won’t be watching ever again.
    Message to Gary: you don’t need any money, walk away!

  14. becky says:

    i too seen the guy talking to louie.. its a ‘wagner’ thing all over again, the good ones will go every week, while thar annoying drama queen will remain in, taking up a place what should be for some one with talent!!!

  15. Soph&Simo says:

    Completely agree. Xfactor is supposed to be a singing competition and Rylan cannot sing to save his life. What a joke!!!!

  16. Thomas says:

    This is a complete sham I will not be watching the x factor again.

  17. Michelle says:

    At the end of the day RYlan got more votes so stayed in, end of. Louis is getting all the flack it’s not his fault. Anyway it’s all about the drama and will ensure more viewers. Glad Rylan stayed shame about Carolyn but she wouldn’t have won

    • Martin says:

      How can we even be sure that Carolynne had less votes. Nothing is to be trusted on XFactor ever again

  18. George says:

    This makes me sick. This is meant to be a singing contest not an entertainment contest. Carolynne sings beautifully and Rylan can’t sing at all. More importantly this show is messing with people’s lives and careers. The public, god bless em’ can’t be trusted to make the right decision so we should rely on the judges who apparently know talent when they see it? Clearly not. As Kernow says, Louis should be ashamed and if anyone has any morals they should not watch X Factor again and therefore not give Simon the privilege of having his pockets lined! Appalling in every sense of the word. Well done Gary for walking out. We should all do the same.

  19. Julian says:

    Thats it 4me! Why watch a singing contest when the judges havent got the balls to pick the better singers. No wonder the ratings are heading down the tubes. Unless Simon Cowell intervenes and brings back Carolynne to return some fairness to the show, then whoever they’ve pre-decided to win wont be doing it with me watching. Screw you X-factor, its just a commercial fix!

  20. Lez says:

    That’s it not watching anymore its so fixed, Louie needs to go, how can you pick contestants with Sharon, the woman isn’t of this world.
    How can they kick of a good voice!

  21. Sandy says:

    Omg is this a comedy show? Rubbish! nicole what are you thinking shame on you Gary was right to walk off ridiculous.someone needs to sort this out,Gary you need to leave x factor is bringing you down. Gary is the only proper judge doing his job right.

  22. Juliet says:

    Louis you are a disgrace! Louis had saved Carolyne that was his first decision and that’s the one that should be counted not his back tracking to deadlock. Carolyne is so much more talented than half the other acts this year she deserves to stay!

  23. hustler says:

    It was really ridiculous! Louis clearly said he would save carolynne, then being forced to change his words!
    This must be a scandal!

  24. Linda says:

    This was the 2nd time I have watch X Factor I saw last nights and after to nights performance I will not be watching it again. Its about time Louis Walsh gave up being a judge, he is a joke. At least Gary Barlow spoke the truth about Rylan

  25. susie says:

    What a farce, Louis you are a spineless piece of s**t, you are playing with peoples lives.

    We shall not be watching this load of crap any more. Hope Gary keeps walking.

  26. Rylanisshite!! says:

    What a load of bullshit!!! He can’t sing, simple so why the fuck did he go through instead of carolynne????? FIX FIX FIX, how can Louis be allowed to change his mind at the last minute, what a cock, don’t know how he will sleep at night knowing that he has inflicted that twat on the great British public for at least another week!!!!

  27. Martin says:

    I have just witnessed the biggest in justice ever on X Factor. Forget the likes of Jedward and Wagner, not to mention Chico, the corrupt way that ITV have kicked out the talented Carolynne in favour of the wuss from Essex is just unacceptable.
    I don’t blame Gary for walking off, but he should know I guess, what Simon Cowell and his yes men are capable of.
    I am truly gutted and yes I also saw the guy talking to the gutless Walsh before the results were announced. Then to see puppet O’Leary get him to clarify his decision ( reminding him of his obligation) just summed it up.
    Carolynne, please look elswhere fr success, you are far better than this crap xx

  28. Mike says:

    Are you going to cheat the paying public year after year XFactor ? About time this program was given the boot !

  29. Phil P says:

    I also noticed the shady character talking to Walsh and commented to my family that this would go to deadlock with Rylan retained as he is better for the press and ratings. Carolynne is probably too boring for the show. Surprise surprise that is what exactly happened. Poor Carolynnne. How can the producers mess with people’s lives that way. Not for the first time this show has lost it’s integrity. The producers should be ashamed of themselves and the ITV watchdogs should launch an immediate investigation. Well done Gary. Just hope you stand by your principles and refuse to return until the decision to eject Carolynnne is overturned. Perhaps both acts should return next week with 2 acts to be ejected. By the way can we now sack Walsh ?What a prat !!!

  30. darting says:

    what a joke louie walsh should be sacked after tonight

  31. Dee says:

    Nothing stood out about Carolynne, I’m not surprised she was voted off. That song she did was cringe-fest, her styling was dated- awful! Rylan may not be a great singer but he does entertain, he does perform, he’s controversial, everything he does is dramatic and is remembered. all that equals higher ratings. Louis just did what he’s paid to do – as, i suspect, Nicole did by ‘choosing’ Rylan- pretended to judge.

    • Ben says:

      Cringe fest, did u see Rylan perform last night that was cringe fest and as for the sing off, out of tune, flat, it’s a singing competition if its entertainment then get on britains got talent, they are looking for a recording artist, just another ratings ploy, keep in a muppet to stirr things up

  32. Elaine says:

    What a total sham. Well done Gary for walking off if he has any sense he won’t bother coming back. Louis should be sent home he is a total waste of time. He knows absolutely nothing about the music business anymore – he is so out of touch. Shall not be watching anymore of this crap!

  33. Fred says:

    Total farce, Gary Barlow hold you head up high walk away from this show, you don’t need it.
    She was never going to win it but deserved another chance.
    Rylan held her arm aloft as the winner even before the sing off.
    Louis Walsh, gutless

  34. izzy says:

    I look up to and respect louis so much, he didn’t just go with the majority because he didn’t know, he went to what the public thought because its the public who watch it so sending it to deadlock ensures that the publics overall favourite stays. Its not louis’ fault that rylan stayed, it’s the publics. People are so nasty to louis all the time and it makes me so angry, he has more expirience at judging than any other judge on the panel therefore should be respected by them all, I used to look up to gary barlow so much but he’s just turned in to a bully. Rylan deserves a chance just as much as anyone else and for louis to send it to deadlock was the right decision

    • Martin says:

      Izzy, you are very PC but how do you even know that Carolynne had the least votes. How can anyone be sure about anything on XFACTOR ever again.

  35. michelle says:

    i am so angry he surly cant change his mind like that this is a tallent show not an enterment show for people who cant sing carolyyne should of gone through but this show is the same every year keep all crap acts in and send tallened ones home so when it comes to the final u get a winner hear them for a year then they get dumped from the record company and they wonder why

  36. Phil says:

    I was watching with my two young children who looked completely shocked that such a talentless act stayed in. What does this teach kids about ‘being the best’ after a fabulous summer when athletes slogged their guts out for gold medals. This won’t be on in our household again this year. The show is an absolute joke and is going to the dogs… Happy Birthday Mr Cowell.

  37. Gary says:

    Ridiculous… What “did” the mystery man who spoke to Louise actually say towards the end!!!!

  38. Michael says:

    I hope Gary does not come back and walks away I wouldn’t sit
    There and let this happen either it’s a sham
    I ain’t going to watch no more had enough now
    And as someone else put whats the point of the end song if they ain’t
    Basing there decision on it that prat didnt even sing a complete
    Pile of shit

  39. David says:

    Complete sham. Clearly not about talent. Will never watch another episode. Simon Cowel leave talent hunting to those with integrity – not your bunch!!!

  40. Kevin says:

    This has finally proved that X Factor is all fake. After tonights debacle the program should be removed from the schedule. As it is obvious it has broken the rules

  41. Christine says:

    Shambles, Nicole talk of entertainment value, this is a singing competition
    and I am afraid tonight’s decision is the kiss of death to an
    Already dying show, afraid I won’t be watching again

  42. Devongirl says:

    RETIRE LOUIE, YOU HAVE FINALLY LOST ALL CREDIBILITY AS SOMEONE WHO IS SUPP0SED TO KNOWS A GOOD PERFORMER WHEN THEY HEAR THEM – SHAME ON YOU!!!!

  43. Ryan says:

    At the end of the day, Louis Walsh is the only one on that panel that knows what he’s doing, and is really in any position to judge talent. Carolyn or Ryland would never have won, but one would generate public interest and viewers, one doesn’t, it’s obvious who’d be saved, especially when you consider the show is losing more and more viewers every single week.
    No one told him who to vote, and if they did, we wouldn’t know. They wouldn’t walk up to him and tell him, he has an ear peice in for comments directly from the director or producers.

    • Gav Harrison says:

      Of course he was told to take it to deadlock the producers have a massive say in what goes on he was clearly being told what to do,I know a lot what goes on back stage my friend works on production

    • David says:

      The issue is not about who will win but who is better. Should you therefore not even have a competition? Bolt was going to win the 100 metres – does your comment mean that no one else should run against him?? Travesty of TV. Shows how stupid TV people think the rest of us are.

  44. Simon says:

    Louis is a disgrace to the whole competition, I hope Gary stands firm and doesn’t return.
    The public are as bad for voting for rylan, he is talentless and a drama queen.

  45. Ricky says:

    Look back a previous sing-offs, theres always been a manny talking to one of the judges!! and hes talking to the one who gets the final vote!!! its been a fix 4 yrs!!!

  46. Becky B says:

    My issue with the x factor and its ‘entertainment’ factor, is that, in the end I will be listening to a CD! I won’t be able to see Rylan prancing about in his weird clothing, I will be listening to a voice. Why get rid of the good singers? The overs really need a chance this year. Of course, Rylan most likely won’t win, he is a good singer, but, you’re leading him on ITV! I heard Louis say that he wants to save Carolynne! Good on you Gary Barlow!

  47. Tracey P says:

    It’s a joke! I can’t even stand looking at him! He makes me feel sick!

  48. Malco says:

    I really think that ITV needs to look at itself ! We all saw the guy lying down talking to Loui and he isn’t strong enough to say no ! If it is a singing competition how can anyone put Rylan through, his voice is bad enough and cracked in the final sing off ! Cowell and ITV needs to get Caroline back and apologies to everyone, then Caroline can tell them to get stuffed and walk off along with Gary ! Bye X factor hang your heads in shame !

  49. Paul Teale says:

    Louis Walsh is a disgrace, he should not be on the show, the show has lost a lot of good singers over the years because of this clown while he keeps putting shite like JEdward and Wagner through.

    Anyone who voted should ask for a refund from ITV cause they are scamming you.

  50. jmc boy says:

    The show is a farse.louie made his decision to keep carolyn then changed his mind to deadlock
    Bring back carolyn she is a far better singer than ryland

  51. Danielle says:

    What a JOKE!!! So much for being a singing contest!!! Louie should be ashamed of himself, how can Rylan of stayed Louie said twice he was keepin her and dermott wouldnt let it lie so how should he be abled to then turn around and say he wants a dead lock????well done Gary for walking off stick by what you think and don’t return until she is allowed back on and Rylan Is off… Maybe next week she should be brought back and two should be kicked off next week only fair!!!!!!!! After tonight will not be watching this again, used to love the xfactor but i now it’s just fixed so silly untalented idiots can have their 5 mins of fame

    Hope ITV! Louie and Simon Cowell are ashamed of themselves messing with people’s lives like it doesn’t matter!

  52. Maz b says:

    Youre an absolute disgrace Louis.my children were disgusted when you changed your mind.will never watch the show again,please stand by your principals Gary and don’t return to this farce of a .

  53. Vic says:

    Hi Guyzzzzzz, there is just no point of watching xfactor again it is all fixed i have heard about this before but today i confirmed that….
    How could louis be allowed to change is mind after initially agreeing to put Carolynne through. What a JOKE.

  54. Marny says:

    This show is becoming more ridiculous every year. Decided to give it a chance after seeing that this year there were stand out performers as opposed to last years talentless pile of crap, but tonight’s farce has made this show look completely pointless.
    It makes me sick that the public are being encouraged to pay money to vote for their favourite act, when all that happens is the most controversial act gets through when pointless goon Louis hasn’t the balls to stand up for what he actually wants. He said ‘I want to save Carolynne’, surely his first decision should stick regardless of whether its what the producers want.
    Gary, I didn’t like you before, but now your walking off in disgust makes me think you may be the only judge left who has any concept of what true talent is

  55. Terry says:

    Gary give the show some credit and not go back, Call it the Louis Walsh Joke of Entertainment Horrors, He’s obviously spineless, unable to make a sensible decision based on the performance, I not watched it since Jeadward but happened to see the last part, my whole family thought it was a joke, I just had to laugh, I knew Louise was going to do that it was in the script!!!

  56. Maz b says:

    Youre an absolute disgrace Louis.my children were disgusted when you changed your mind.will never watch the show again,please stand by your principals Gary and don’t return to this farce of a show.

  57. Sonia says:

    PATHETIC….I guessed X factor was a joke from last year when Frankie stayed in…and The Risk got the least votes..i agree they get rid off excellent singers..this show is bogus…and louis is a a loser..always will be…Gary and Tulisa are the best judges that hold talent and honesty…Simon cowell 1 word of advice… GET RID OF LOUIS MATE..or x factor will go down…

  58. Valentin says:

    All Vote Louie Walsh OFF X Factor panel forever. He is a disgrace of the show. He has no clue of talent. All he cares is entertainment of any kind even the lowest quality. Start Internet Campaign. SEND LOUIS HOME!

  59. Ginny says:

    A disgrace, Louis has lost all the wee integrity he had remaining. he should be the one to go.

  60. Brad Jones says:

    Rylan are you serious!!!!! His a a joker,cocky and such a stupid idiot. I would give louis a sack . I could see a person talking to louis before the votes . This is fixed . All rating will go down and im never watching x factor from today !!!!!!
    Leave comments :D

  61. Brad Jones says:

    Rylan are you serious!!!!! His a a joker,cocky and such a stupid idiot. I would give louis a sack . I could see a person talking to louis before the votes . This is fixed . All rating will go down and im never watching x factor from today !!!!!!
    >>>>>>REPLY TO THIS <<<<<<
    :D

  62. Paul b says:

    Xfactor has finally hit the iceberg ,if Gary wants anyone to take him seriously after this farce he needs to walk away go back home pour himself a big cup of Rosalee pick up his pen sit down and carry on doin what he does best ! Otherwise he will go down with the ship!!

  63. Eileen says:

    Absolute disgrace. You cant say “I save Carolynne” then change your mind. Hope this is rectified.

  64. John H says:

    Hope the nation votes on this by not watching again!
    That’s how I’ll vote!!

  65. Moira coombes says:

    What an absolute farce Louis dragged it out to the point of being ridiculous. Rylan is a joke and his singing is painful along with his overly camp act. I give up on watching x factor.

  66. Elaine says:

    Shocked,Louie you should be ashamed off yourself.
    This is supposed to be a singing competition.
    I hope this is your last year as a judge on XFactor.
    you are completely out of touch. I feel sorry for the young groups you are mentoring

  67. JKayTee says:

    What a cruel fiasco!! Carolynne and everybody else heard quite clearly when Louis voted to keep her in the competition. Louis is a joke and should be pensioned off!! Gary had every right to walk off, he’s the only one with any principles. I can’t see any point in watching X-Factor again, it’s quite clearly fixed.

  68. debbie says:

    I am utterly ashamed at the whole farce of xfactor!!as we are constantly being bombarded at the whole programme being a singing competition,to then allow ryland who has as much ‘talent’as have in my little toe.these so called judges’louie’,are messing with with peoples lives who have worked and struggled to get anywhere,ifeel so sorry for carrolynne and my thoughts are with her,she is a very talented lady and should be very proud of herself,you go girl!!xx

  69. Bawtryblue says:

    We should demand to know who the man is that spoke to Louis, out him to the public and make him tell what he said.

  70. Martin says:

    Sadly Wussie Walsh bottled it, but then at the end of the day he was following orders so either way he was going to get slaughtered. The winner in this at the end of the day is Walshys wallet!!!

  71. Moira coombes says:

    What an absolute farce Louis dragged it out to the point of being ridiculous. Rylan is a joke and his singing is painful along with his overly camp act. I give up on watching x factor unless the decision is changed.

  72. Donna Stockbridge says:

    It’s funny but when Carolyn was singing Louie Walsh was distracted but man that came up onto the side stage and was talking to Him and I thought at that point what is he doing then it came to my attention he was telling Louie what to do but I did not say anything but after he had voted and sent it to deadlock I showed my partner what I had seen. And it does look like he was told to send it to deadlock, so it did look like it was a fix not happy.

  73. Darren says:

    We all know it is a show and needs viewers. And we don’t mind some of the showmanship. But after an Olympic and Royal fiesta year that makes Britons feel proud this was really poor. Ball in X factor court. Reverse the decision and admit the mistake and get your credibility back…..

  74. june and family says:

    Integrity they don’t know the meaning of the word. Cowell get your butt back here any sort this farce out. Gary is the only one with and scrooples – well done to you. We always watched as a family – but will not be watching again. The only thing this is teaching our family is that watch out for the rats in this world – there are plenty about. Rat Louis – you dirty Rat!

  75. Martin says:

    I am waiting for a contestant that is going to open their mouths and really tell us he truth behind X Factor, but then again they have probably be warned of secrecy and not to risk the rath of Cowells solicitors. I feel so angry at the way my intelligence has been insulted by the ITV

  76. Beth says:

    It is a shame, Carolynne should have gone through, there is no doubt about that. She delivered beautifully and deserved a spot.

  77. Darren says:

    We all know it is a show and needs viewers. And we don’t mind some of the showmanship. But after an Olympic and Royal fiesta year that makes Britons feel proud this was really poor. Ball in X factor court. Reverse the decision and admit the mistake and get your credibility back…

  78. KM says:

    So unfair. I truly question Louis & Nicole’s judging abilities. Rylan is a joke! It proves that the show is all about ratings, not talent. Tonight’s outcome proves that it’s all a fix. ITV & Simón Cowell watch the ratings drop from now on….

  79. Sally says:

    I understand that Carolynne got the least amount of votes and at deadlock had to go, but how many contestants before her have been in the same position and the judges have wisely seen that they have a telant and should be given the chance to improve? Louie is professional and knows the score, so you have to ask, who is pulling his strings?!

  80. Nicky G says:

    How can you blame Louis, Rylan got more votes simple as. He won’t win but people voted for him. If you wanted Carolynne to stay you should have voted. Its the same out cry every year when people get voted off.

  81. Jenny says:

    Dermot said WHO do you want to send home? and Louis said he wants to keep Carolynne, so Dermot had to ask the same question again because Louis did not fully answer the question. And then Louis said, I want to take it to deadlock. So when Dermot asks the question for the second time, Louis still did not really give a proper answer to it, if that is the case, surely it shouldn’t go to deadlock. Why couldn’t they accept that Louis said save Carolynne the first time, but instead accepted that he said deadlock right at the last minute. It’s just so unfair, I feel so sorry for Carolynne, she deserves to go through. I think they should change the result, coz it’s not right.

  82. Martin says:

    I can’t believe the amount of people that truly believe the votes were true and honest. How can anyone be sure of anything following tonight’s farce.

  83. Bubster says:

    Have stopped watching Sundays results show too long and drawn out just an extra night of cheap telly. On seeing all the comments tonight I’m glad I didn’t. It always has a joke act but this years is worse than usual!!

  84. Paulina says:

    I have been watching the show every year. But i wont be this year after tonight!! Carolyne was pleasure to watch and listen to.why watch the show when u have to torture yourself waiting for rylan to finish singing. So from now on every contestant against rylan next week should loose as its all about xfactor. No one has more xfactor then him but everyone has better voice.if carolyne wont get back on the show, thats it. The show has no credibility! Tulisa well done! The rest shame of u! Its a fix!

  85. Dave says:

    I think carolynne is one of the best singers ever in X factor. As an avid fan of the show(not any more!!!!!!) I expected so much more. Louis you are such a wally, so is mr cowel. Poor poor carolynne. Walk away Gary and Tulsa.

  86. Supernaut says:

    I don’t understand why they have an even number of judges, with an odd number, 3 or 5, deadlock could never happen, and should never. Definitely felt fixed to me.

  87. Eva says:

    The man talking to Louis was too obvious, even my 9 year old daughter realised that he was telling him to choose Rylan. What is the point of voting if it’s all fixed. Poor Caroline, what a talented girl that we will not be able to hear any more, and how embarrassing for her to loose to that. This was the last time I watched the x-factor, I hope Gary doesn’t come back

  88. Ben says:

    What a complete crock of crap the sing off was, I thought Rylan was out of tune and flat, this guy just wants fame he’s tried modelling on Katie prices show now he’s killed someone else’s dream, I’m not stupid enough to think Carolyn would have one and I could tell you 9 others that won’t win, but to some its about putting yourself in the shop window, other things come from that, when this goes tits up for Rylan, he’ll just move onto another show stating ” it’s something he’s always wanted to do”, bullshit u want fame end of, as for X factor, falling ratings, fix allegations, phone lines not working, and now u can vote and spend your hard earned cash as soon as they go on air without hearing the acts, er how does that work, Cowell get some credibility back, come and give this limp failing dinosaur a kick up the backside and make things more transparent if not its your funeral

  89. Pip says:

    Is this a competition or a freak show? Rylan can’t sing and his last performance was appalling – out of tune and cringe worthy. Carolynne was far, far better. The whole show will collapse if it loses all credibility. If this is a Music competition then allow it to be one and stop trying to push the freaks and weirdos!

  90. Laura says:

    This is a disgrace WHY DID LOUIS CHANGE HIS MIND Who was the man on the floor WHAT WAS HE SAYING TO LOUIS ??? oh could it be he was telling him to change his mind what must Carolynne have felt like She thought shr was going through He said she was going through Louis should be sacked the X factor must be fiddled I SHALL DEFINATELY NOT BE WATCHING AGAIN Iwill now change channels and watch Strictly Come Dancing AND I hope lots of other people will also do”’ and I agree with all of the people that are saying Gary should leav e

  91. Richard says:

    I really hope that anyone who has vowed not to watch this farce anymore, sticks to their comments and does just that. I once believed this show was about finding the next singing sensation. How wrong was I ? Then again had Rylan gone, they would not have been able to do the sketch with him naked everywhere on the Xtra Factor show either this week or any other week. One certain non viewer from this moment on !

  92. james says:

    Vote never, watch yes, would not waste money on voting, and u can see why by tonight’s farce, Louis talks crap, all the singers are wonderful,they have the X factor etc etc etc, then he goes to deadlock, Louis grow some balls, horrible little leprechaun, you should watch yourself back Louis and see how much crap you talk on every show, you are as FAKE as they come,,,,,you have lost all respect tonight

  93. Chris says:

    What a load of rubbish.

    (Louis) Absolute disgrace, shame on you, your not fit to be called Irish.
    (Nicola) Waste of space. Don’t bother coming back next week.
    (Tulisia) Right decision yourself but looked like you were directing Louis when he was loosing the plot.
    ( Dermot) Louis clearly picked Caroline and even confirmed it when you questioned him. Still, you kept badgering him until he said ‘deadlock’, at which point you swiftly moved on. Would love to know what the producers were whispering in your ear.
    (Gary) Did right to walk out but prove that this is not all part of the act by never returning. If you do, I think you will also tarnished with this scandal.

    Family will not be tuning in next week.

  94. Louise says:

    I feel Gary was right coralynne should have win easily, I think that the other judges too say about take that not being talented is unfair they made it in there time and people loved them when they were making music, rylan I’m sorry but I don’t find you entertaining I find you annoying I would never buy your music exspecailly as I know it will be enhanced, coralynne would need that doing to her voice! It is a singing competition not an entertainment competition, go to Brittons got talent! Gary atleast has the right idea and I think he opinion should be validated and not put down every time he makes a comment about take that! He is only trying to be straight and honest not too delude anyone!! Stop going on about his old career because he made it didnt he and he didn’t subject himself to this competition only to be a judge and wants too let real talent through, good on you Gary keep sticking to your beliefs! I like your consistency!! Xx

  95. ian says:

    What a load of tripe….the x factor has lost me as a viewer.

  96. Colin T.McDonough says:

    Louis Walsh, it’s a singing contest. You ought to judge honestly on performance. You mumbled, dithered, said that you were saving Carolynne, changed your mind and said you wanted deadlock. I am sorry but you discredited yourself and lost credibility to the show. Carolynne in the sing-off was easily the best. I now believe, along with many others, that the show is not attempting to find the best singer, and is fixed.

  97. Debbie says:

    Errrrm she got less votes. Kind of the way it goes. Gary should not have stormed off. It’s what he is paid or

  98. timboratzzo says:

    Nicole clearly thought she was a judge on ‘Britain’s got (no) Talent’ by harping on that the X-Factor’s about entertainment- WRONG. And as for Walsh… he’s either a gutless coward or there has been some definite fixing. The gulf between the two performances was intergalactic; that the poor girl’s last shot at fame has been dumped for that hideous man… the sad thing is that the producers are probably chuffed at the controversy as it’ll boost ratings- scum who play in people’s lives and hopes. TV at its worst- the Truman Show’ level of exploitation. Disgusting.

  99. Clare Baker says:

    Whether it’s a fix or not what ITV have done has got you all talking about it…marketing mission accomplished!

  100. mary says:

    It is obvious the vote counts are made up too. Carolynne was the best on sat nite. The voting system should be changed because texting to vote makes the networks very busy many votes getdelayed. Like new year messages, most arrive many hours later because of the chaos, so in this case long after voting has closed, hence some not getting th.eir true score. Itv or the show wont care as the money is rolling in. They will cheat to fix it how they want it to go anyway. Don’,t bother to vote. Don’t watch again after tonights fiasco.

  101. Brian m says:

    I am really gutted about the X Factor, I have no problem with ryland but think that X Factor is at its heart a singing competition, if you are an entertainer you should be in BGT…I really like Lucy but feel BGT would have been a better place for her, she could actually win that show..X Factor has to been about singing, I have no feel passion for country music, but it would be nice to hear something other than the same covers we hear every year. Louie and dermout were clearly told the rylan had to stay, you only had watch dermout trying to explain himself on xtrafactor to see he was embarrassed and ashamed he was put in that position..Gary pretended to walk off..had he GENUINILY meant it..he would not have been back tail between his legs 5 mins later…the way his life went after take that split…and his personel sadness recently he should now how life can be a bugger, if he had real guts, he would leave and send the message that playing with people’s lives is just plain wrong, the judges are there to stop this happening, when for whatever reason a good singer is in the bottom 2 they can save them….why have a sing off if it makes no difference anyway..if you want to kick out the act with least votes fair enough just do viewers votes every week….then we only have ourselves to blame for not voting……poor Carolyne spent 2 years to just get kicked of for rating…it will backfire, 2 million down on last year and will fall further….any show MUST have credibility …time to stop watching everyone

  102. Joe says:

    Clear fix; yes. although I don’t see this man in a suit that everyone is taking about.
    To be honest I expect the show to be fixed and that doesn’t bother me too much. However, my main gripe is that Louis clearly saved Carolynne and then it was ripped away from her. That was totally unfair on her.

  103. Brian says:

    Absolute disgrace watched Louis Walsh being given orders will no longer be allowing this cheating rubbish on our tv. You’ve finally blown it cowell don’t treat the paying public like idiots it’s a family show what morals are you promoting either put it right or we are turning it off.what happened tonight very similar to the judges at the khan fight disgrace.

  104. Steve Mongo McMichaels says:

    Rigging?! In my talent shows!? It’s more likely than you think!

  105. nigel+sarah says:

    we also saw the bloke talking to louis i just cant believe it she was amazing compared to that talentless idiot it does throw up questions that need to be answered a shame

  106. Danielle says:

    I feel so sorry for rylan! All this hate and all the guy actually done was enter a competition! Hats off to him for still having the guts to get up there. I think hes the first person to admit that hes not the strongest singer, but atleast he hasnt quit! I admire his strength and courage in the face of so many hate mongering, dream stamping pieces of rubbish! Ps cazza was boring! And i believe it was her diva strop on last nights show that got her less votes!

  107. Sheena says:

    What a joke you all are happens most years ie jedward! And it’s always Louis that gets the buggers through! She was amazing had the whole package a cracking voice, unique and sexy as hell! What has he got!? Cause he nos how to make a fool of him self by crying like a fake? Can’t sing can’t dance and is a fool! Doesn’t deserve the air time and I think itv you have really let ur selves down on this one! The other thing I don’t get they are so harsh too people who can sing but maybe hit a bum note now and then or don’t look right for the part and the. Neyo comes on the stage to try and show them how it’s done and makes a right pigs ear and backs up you don’t have to actually sing too be a star make your minds up itv! Honestly joke fix and scam bless all the hundred who can sing amazingly and get turned away for that muppit!!!! Rant over!!!!!

  108. Carol says:

    I liked Gary Barlow until he started nasty comments to Rylan. He doesn’t play the role of Simon well. Clearly this is about drama and ratings. Personally, I love Rylan and so did the live audience and the public vote put him above Carolyne. Gary walking off (booed by the audience) is more than disgusting. As I said, he doesn’t play Simon well and have lost all interest in him and what he has to say. These shows always go to public vote to increase drama. I am not surprised by the outcome. Rylan got more votes. Good for him. I hope I see much more of him. Watching XFactor has made me thoroughly dislike Gary Barlow.

    • Martin says:

      And I bet you live in an area priding itself on another fame seeking piece of shit -townie. Cazza? Do you know her?…. Or is it n Essex thing. I bet you think Ryland is well ream

      • Martin says:

        Sorry carol, that last rant of mine was aide at Danielle… And it should have said TOWIE not townie… Auto spell checker went unnoticed x

      • Danielle says:

        I would like to have read the “rant”! Seems someone has deleted the comment!

      • Danielle says:

        Martin, nor am i from essex and nor do i think rylan is reem!! I admire his strength and courage in the face of adversity from people like yourselves. Quick enough to judge sumone who youve never met or seen, on an opinion theyv made. but same said person cant have an opinion on a contestant on a reality tv show!! Grow up you idiotic cretin!

  109. Neil says:

    The whole thing I believe is a ratings pusher. Remember its all about tv entertainment. And they don’t even call them singers, they are referred to as ‘acts’. Louis may be criticised for his judgement but at the end of the day it was the public that chose who stayed.

  110. jenny says:

    Louis is nothing but a spineless coward.To me he did this to please Simon. Joseph Whelan was right saying that XF is a fix and everything is already set up. the show lost its credibility. I’m not watching it anymore.
    Gary, you did well leaving the studio fuming, cause Simon is clearly mobbing you. You’d better not come back, but I know that you’ll do cause you are a professional and you are a good mentor. LUIS is a SHAME and should be sacked for this dirty trick.

  111. paul says:

    its a fix from the start as the judges do not see you from day one your seen by a producer which seem to know nothing about singing and only want people who make a scene and are totally rubbish or who are real good.
    What makes me most angry is the fact Carolyne got to judges houses last time and then to live shows this time only for her dream to be shattered once more i think its absoloutly disgusting and out of order what the show is doing to decent people.
    As for Rylan maybe he should just go on the only way is Essex or something they always have these stupid acts on there for entertainment he is not entertainment he is just really annoying and the sooner x factor realises this then it may turn into a real singing competition personally I don’t blame the judges I blame the producers for making the worst decisions ever if rylan is what the x factor is looking for next year Im going to go for it and go and sing realy bad in a fluffy pink elephant costume

  112. Ealine says:

    Jahmene Douglas gonna win anyway. Nough said

  113. Anne says:

    I’m not really a fan of Carolynne but she is by far the better singer and should have stayed. Louis should have had the courage to send Rylan home. He’s only there for the ‘drama’ and to make people tune in. I don’t always agree with the judges’ choices and we all have our favourites but let’s hope this is not going to be a re-run of the ‘Wagner’ saga.

  114. tracy says:

    I think gary leaving the stage was uncalled for , And who gave him the right to be cruel to ryan . If you have notting nice to say about someone dont say anything at all. Things he said about ryan could drive any one into suicide

    P.s The man has feelings

    • nickb says:

      Were you watching a different show to everybody else or are you simply deluded. (ps his name is Rylan………think before you embarrass yourself in future!)

  115. nickb says:

    Shambolic fix the programme must think all the viewers are idiots. Somebody should get the sack don’t care if its laughable Louis or one of the programme ‘fixers’either which way I will not be watching again. Farcical!!

  116. Hannah says:

    I agree with everyone. This may sound like I’m over acting but my step dad has the most incredible voice and does gigs and all he was going to audition next year for the chance to follow his dream but now we won’t let go as it will just crush him when its a no and he fails to a attention seeking out of tune jerk. I now thinly that as many people that as many people as we can get on board any way possible e.g: Email, Facebook, Twitter so on so on to tell everyone who watches that they must not watch x factor next week and that we can still check online for who goes out and we can teach itv a lesson in not makin it a fix and crushing dreams. Please tell everyone you can in everyway possible!!! Xxx help get life back!!! Xxxx

  117. Maxine says:

    I was a bit embarrassed to admit that I watched the X Factor but I saw it as a bit of entertainment and I like the idea of young people with talent getting an opportunity to achieve. That has changed since I saw the last program on ITV player. Perhaps I was very naive but when Louis didn’t have the balls to vote for the best singer then I lost heart. Like many others I will no longer choose X Factor as entertainment. I wish Carolyne all the very best – she deserved to win in this heat.

  118. Kane says:

    Carolynne was is the best the rest ain’t very good I will be watching dancing on ice from now on .

  119. Sam says:

    Rylan Clark should of went he can’t sing at all

  120. Kevin says:

    Everyone, please I never ever comment on social sites but I’m not hear to argue or discuss any accusations of Sunday nites show, just ask yourself the question, it’s about the xfactor, whose record or cd would you buy, who would you pay to see……………………..Louis, I hope you are getting well paid…………so did Judas

    Thanks

  121. Glen says:

    Everything about the result was staged! Even for Gary to walk off. That was done to make it all the more dramatic. Carolynne was the better one of the two and shouldn’t have been in the sing-off anyway. Leave Rylan alone, after all look at some of the acts that have gone through in the past. It’s all done so that we keep watching. It was all decided what was going to happen before the result was televised. Don’t keep blaming Louis. It’s a tv programme for heavens sake, don’t take it so serious.

  122. Tommy says:

    Another Sunday night sham. The whole of scotland will probably been voting for Melanie.yet she is sent home for the least votes.Why do people watch this DROSS?