X Factor 2012: Jahmene Douglas’ tragic past includes the death of his brother & jailed violent rapist dad
It’s been revealed today that X Factor finalist Jahmene Douglas has a tragic past that’s littered with incidents that may have brought lesser men to their knees…
That litany of upset includes the death of his beloved brother and the fact that his father is a convicted rapist who physically attacked his mum; an attack that could have killed her.
However, having met him, I can tell you that Jahmene is living proof that sometimes, apples DO fall very far from their trees, because he’s not only a young man with a very strong moral compass, he’s also totally unassuming, humble and a gentle gentleman.
And the smile and nervous giggle we see on-screen is ever-present in real life too, which, given how much he’s coped with in his life, is remarkable in and of itself…
The report about Jahmene’s violent father Eustace appeared in The Sun this morning, with the article revealing that Eustace was sentenced to nine years in jail in 2003 for GBH against Jahmene’s mum, Mandy.
At the time of his arrest, Eustace reportedly also confessed to rape, for which he was given a further six year sentence which was to be served concurrent to his nine years for battering Mandy.
Jahmene was just 11 years old when his dad viciously attacked his mum at the family’s home.
A friend of Jahmene’s told the paper, “His dad was a nasty piece of work and terrorised the family.
“It’s no wonder Jahmene is shy and has had confidence issues.”
The paper adds, “Jahmene also had to deal with the death aged just 23 of his brother Daniel in 2008. He has two other brothers, aged 15 and 19, and a sister of 20.”
Debvout Jahmene told the paper, “Our struggles are what make us stronger and I hope I can become an inspiration to those still suffering.
“I’m still here and happy. Don’t let anyone take your happiness.
“Only you know what’s best for you and your family but speak out and reach out.”
Well if anyone’s looking for an inspirational role model, they need look no further than Jahmene.
Meanwhile, see where we ranked Jahmene and his fellow contestants in our X Factor week 2 chart here.
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wow.. what a wanderfull young man, worth ten million of a lot of people his age, u only have to look at trollers on twitter or the news to c how special this man is to have gone through this amount of tragedy and to still turn out so well.
What a talent too. Love jahmaine, hes a star and i hope he wins..
love ya man!!!
I think he has of the best voices that ever appeared in X Factor and any other talent shows. He seems also to be a very kind man. I wish him best of luck. Whether he wins this competition or not, he will be remembered. And I hope he has some good people around to support him. Jahmene, you’re loved for who you are!
Wishing Jahmene all the luck in the world, he not only has remarkable talent but deserves to win and go on to be world class….A totally amazing and beautiful voice, Nicole was right in saying at Jahmenes audition him being a true singer, he’s a true natural in my eyes. I watch the show on youtube as im from Australia so every Sunday i cant wait to get online to watch Jahmene perform…In fact Jahmene and Ella are the only ones i watch. Love you Jahmene all the way from Australia. PS dont know why Jahmene is so nervous, it should be the other contestants, having to compete against him =)
What a voice!!! Best I have heard on X factor or indeed anywhere!!! Jahmene I hope you win and triumph through all the tragic things that you and your family have had to endure in this life, Icould listen to you sing all day long and I will never get tired of hearing you sing!!
Try not to get nervous, and grab I success with both hands! Wish you and your family the very best! You deserve it!!
Fabulous, exemplary young man who is also a great singer in the making. He deserves all the goodness he will surely receive. When did we last have a star like Jahmene? We are so lucky.
Keep laughing at the end of everything u say as it is u and don’t change. As a young man u r a role model.
I think you are an amazing artist & i hope everyone votes for you & u go on to have a wonderful career xxx
I THINK UR A AMAIZING YOUNG MAN,CONSIDERING WHAT UV HAD TO DEAL WITH IN UR LIFE BUT YET UV STAYED SO POSITIVE?? THINGS CAN ONLY GET BETTER FROM HERE ON IN GOOD LUCK TO YOU AND UR FAMILY,STAY FOCUSED UR GUNNA MAKE IT BIG XXX
Believe the wonderful things people are saying about you. You deserve to sing for our queen. You are an incredible young man with a voice of an angel . I could listen to you forever. Your mothers eyes sparkle when you sing . She is an amazing woman. I do hope you win . You are the best.
wishing you and your family the best in life. You were born for a purpose and you bless me every time you sing. Your a wonderful young man , a credit to your mother. Chin up, keep the faith, and i know God WILL bring you through.x
I love him! And what a gent – He always says thank you when he finishes singing. I do hopehe wins
Bless him.I hoe he and his family go on to have a really happy life full of richness and love…..let’s hope his dad rots in jail…
The little laugh is the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen. Ahhh bless x
A world class vocalist, with or without being the ultimate winner of the X Factor.
Can’t wait for the first album!!!
Ray Charles came from a background of childhood tragedy and look how far the man the music industry called “The Genius” went. Jahmene reminds me a little of Ray Charles vocally and I predict great things for him.
Well done Jahmene. All the very best xxx