X Factor singer Danyl Johnson has revealed that survived testicular cancer when he was a boy.

The 26 year old said that he was admitted to hospital at the age of 11, after doctors found cancerous cells in his scrotum.

Danyl told The Daily Star: “I have had many visits to hospital.

“Most of the time it was to do with sports and arts injuries, but when I was 11 they found cancerous cells in my scrotum.

“It was a very scary time, but I came through it fine. I tried to be patient and not take it out on those around me.

“I feel particularly passionate about this and having sexual health checks. The NHS provides a service to get you regularly checked out and yet people don’t do it. I just don’t understand why.”

He added: “If you ever feel like there’s something wrong, talk to people. It’s always better to go and check it out. Be brave.”