Tony Adkins is said to be utilising his X Factor fame to make himself a few extra pounds on the side.

‘Big Tony’ is best known as Simon Cowell’s bodyguard and can be seen during the audition stage of each series kicking disgruntled wannabes out of the audition room.

“Tony is one of the most familiar faces on reality TV with his own huge fan base”, a promoter told The Sun.

“He will do anything, from on-stage antics to working the door and, of course, meet and greet, photos and autographs.”