X Factor: Biography of Raymond Quinn
Name: Raymond Quinn
Age: 18
From: Liverpool
Occupation: Student
The Story So Far…
* Raymond came to the open day at Old Trafford and sang Dean Martin’s ‘Ain’t That A Kick In The Head’ and Elvis’ ‘Devil In Disguise’. He went down a storm with the judges, Simon said he was “like a young Robbie�, Louis thought he had “great potential� and Sharon said he was a “natural� and told him “I love you Raymond!� All three Judges sent Raymond to Bootcamp.
* On the first day of Bootcamp Raymond sang ‘Devil in Disguise’ again and although Simon thought he was “a bit stage school� he also said that he was “cheeky� and that he “has charisma.�
* On the second day of Bootcamp Raymond sang ‘Easy’ by The Commodores and Simon and Sinitta said he was “cheeky and likeable� but they weren’t 100% sure and initially told him “no�
* However at the end of the second day, as Raymond was about to leave, Simon decided that he’d made a mistake and after talking to the Executive Producers he called Raymond back to tell him “Raymond, I made a mistake, I want you to come to my home visit.�
* At Simon’s Judges House Raymond sang ‘She’s The One’ by Robbie Williams and ‘Smile’ by Robert Downey Junior.
* In the deliberation Simon said “he was out of it judging on his first song, but the second song really made it for him.� Sinitta said “he has to go through, he lights up the room the public will like him.�
* Simon then told him “the first song was weakest by a mile, the second song was well in your comfort zone. You’re a great entertainer but can I afford to put you through?�
History
* Raymond lives at home with his parents in Liverpool. He also has two older brothers who own a carpet warehouse.
* He is currently studying performing arts at The Merseyside Dance and Drama College and has a year left to go. There he has had some vocal training and has also learnt to dance to quite an advanced level.
* Raymond’s claim to fame is starring as ‘Anthony’ in Brookside.
* He even managed to win himself a Soap Award in 2002 for ‘Best Dramatic Performance’ and the storyline he was part of won Best storyline of 2003.
* He has been in a children’s drama called Cactus Jack.
* His proudest moments include winning £5000 in Manchester talent competition ‘Search for a Star’ and performing in Liverpool’s Philharmonic Hall for a Tsunami Aid concert.
* Raymond says his closest friend is his girlfriend Kirsty, 19, who he has been with for just over a year.
What would winning The X Factor mean to you?
‘’Winning The X Factor would change my life completely. It’d be a dream come true to become a recording artist. The first thing I would buy if I won the show would be a car or a house, but I’m most looking forward to having fun, enjoying the experience and performing on stage. Obviously I’ll miss my family and friends but I’ll be pursuing my dream so I don’t really mind.’
Where did you go to school and how did it feel getting an acting job at such a young age?
Ray went to Gateacre Comprehensive in Liverpool where his favourite subject was art. Whilst still at school he won a part in the soap Brookside. “Winning a Soap Award was amazing� he says. “To win that accolade at such a young age was an amazing experience. Being in Brookside was the only job I’ve ever had and it was the best one. I never really knew what I wanted to do so two years ago, started singing lessons and really enjoyed it. I did a gig for my Nan’s 80th and really enjoyed it and I knew then it was all I wanted to do. I’ve always wanted to be a star!�
What are your musical influences?
He cites his musical influences as Robbie Williams, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davies. “To really wow the Judges I’d sing Ain’t That A Kick In The Head – with a big band.�
What do you do to relax?
When he’s not singing, Raymond likes nothing better than extreme skating around Liverpool on his rollerblades. “And I love being on holiday in America. Everything is cheap and big� he laughs.
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ray i love you soooooooooo much i one of ya biggets fans shame you didnt win cant wait to album comes out i lve your dancing not nearly as much as i love you though i miss you not on tv no more but my room is covered in posters of you your sooooooo sexy love you sooo much and im gutted you have a gf ugh
hiya ray i cant believe you didnt win you should of leona no were near better then you at least you came second byeee xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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still waitn 4 ur single to come out xox lv ya xxxxxxxxxcharlottexxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
omg ray ur so so so so so fit u should of won x factor i would luv to meet u cause i love u so much n i love u acsent u soooooooo sexy
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Im rays biggest fan!does he have an msn address if yes email it to me!!
he’s such a great singer. liverpool must be proud with him. he’s almost as great as steven gerrard. they are the two liverpool big stars. great job ray. we all love you! :X :-*
Hi, jus frt id let evry1 kno tht im gon 2 c Ray on saturday nyt n its gna b boss x
hiya
im coming to c u in october i can’t wait lol until thn
my names sophie im a big fan of u
i went to c u at the N.E.C on monday nite it was well good
luv yo0oh
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omg ray i am you actual HUGEST fan!!! no mata wot annnny one says i like u soo much betta than they do !!! lol omg you are sooo fit! i cryed when you didnt win x factor i was soo upset! my form teacher saw you in london and i was GUTTED! love you so much !! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
omg where do i start
ray ur amazin, im sure u get told like thousands of times
i saw u at the nec in birmingham on monday. my throat was hurtin after the show from screamin at yooh so much lol
im ur numba 1 fan,,just trust me. xxx : D
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CHRIS AN QUINNY 4LYF
SOMETHINGS R JUST MEANT TOO BE
XXXXXX RAY WILL ALWAYS AV MI HEART XXXXXX
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JUST DUNNO WHAT A SAY,,IF U CARNT GET SUM1 OUTA HEAD MAYBE THERE MEANT A B THERE
BABI-GURL-CHRIS
omg ray u should a won the x factor leano is rubbish she looks constapated and she sings the same every time sssssshhhhhessssssssssh she should of gone ages ago enough about leona its not worth wasting my breath (no affence leona but u r extreemly pretty) u r ssssssssooooooooo fine fit n even more fine u r a well gud singer
hey ray its zoe i new u were goin 2 win the x factor. n if ya didnt win it ya singin then u wud of won it 4 ya luks.lol. a think u sud send me a pics of u n give me ya email address lol lv ya loads ray u rock ma world xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hey Ray just wanted to say well done you have done amazing, thought the x factor consert was fab. got to be honest you were my favorate at the consert, your so good looking, love your style and your cheeky little smile. i voted for you all the way and i cant want wait to your consert on october a have already got my tickets lol. just bought your album today it is fantastic. well good luck for your future i hope all your dreams come true love stephanie from glasgow.xxx love you.xxx
RIGHT RAY YA DA BEST IN DA WORLD U ROCK
U WERE DA WHO I WANTED 2 WIN BUT I AM SO GLAD THE WAY YOU WERE PRASEING LEONA ALL DA WAY THROUGH THE COMPATITION I THINK THAT U R THE BEST SINGER IN THE WORLD U WILL GO FAR LOVE YA LOADS RAY YA DA BEST EXSPECILY IN THE SEMI FINAL WHEN U SUNG YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE I THINK YOU DESEVED 2 WIN U SUN MY WAY REALY GOOD AS WELL YOU SHOULD GET A RECORD AND SING YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE AN MY WAY CAUSE I WILL BUY THAT 1 ASWELL AS THE OTHER 1 PLZ
U WILL BE @ THE TOP OF THE CHARTS AND DNT FORGET U WERE THE BESTLOVE YA L8ER LA
LOADS OF LOVE RACHAEL
HI RAY I LOVED YA YOU WERE THE BEST NT A JOKE FROM SIAN
RGT KID YA DA BEST
I JUST WANNA SQUEEZE YOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH RAY SO ADORABLE OMG HES SO SO SO SO ADORABLE
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i will finish mi webbie aswll ray when i get any spare tym just so busy
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hey ray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love u!! u were brill in the live concert!!! i love u i’ve planned my life out n im gonna maryy u coz ur sooooo gawjus lov u soooooo much!!!
OMG RAY I LOVED U I U WELL SHOULD OF WON KIDDO U R DA BEST LA LA LA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
elo ray love ye loads am ye number 1 fan love xxxbeccaxxx
no i am !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! im maddddddddddddd about yew
To Ray I think you should have won the x factor because you were so so brilliant at singing I really want to meet you at your tour because I think it is going to be really brilliant you are so so sexy cute and beautiful and Ithink you should dump Kirsty and go out with me because I really love you Ireally do so please go out with me please
Because I Really love you know I do
Lots of love
Love from Stepanie XXXXXXXXX
heya well ray u was on xfactor and u came the runner up and i was so upset cryin myeyes out bbe well look at ya nw yu r a star and im soo happy got ya album and coming to see u in october well cnt wait u r soo gawjus and ya gf is soo lucky well luv u loads xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hey Ray Everyone Still Love Youu Keep Doiin It Your Way!!!
Luv Beth x x x
I seen u goin 2 asda in widnes last week
He Is My Couson
eLoo RayMonDoo … Just wanna say How great i Think You Are Yourr SmiLes One In a MiLLion And Your Veryy Handsome Too .. Love You Loads And Dont Stop Singin Hun x Love Amanda From Bootle Liverpool .. LFC 4EVER RAY Xxxxxxxxx
its bin a yeats and still love yah to bitz!!!
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Ray u r the ice beneath my skates… get it!! haah lol! i would give anything to be ur skating partner for a day:P
any hoo gd luck bebeh u got my vote xoxoxox