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Privacy NoticeFormer The X Factor star, Craig Colton looks unrecognisable following an incredible transformation, 13 years after appearing on the show. The aspiring pop star was only 22 when he wowed the judges with his vocal prowess and he finished the 2011 series in sixth place. Craig competed against winners Little Mix and was mentored by Take That’s Gary Barlow before his time on the talent show came to an end during week seven of the live shows. Despite the setback, the finalist built a career in the music industry and wrote several songs, including Katie Price’s I Got U song. He’s come a long way from the shy 22 year old we knew and has undergone a major transformation since his X Factor days. Not only has he ditched his heavy fringe for a sleek, slicked-back quiff, but he’s also wowed fans with his significant weight loss, reports the Mirror.
The X Factor star, Craig Colton is unrecognisable 13 years after finding fame on the show
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In the past, Craig revealed that he lost four stone by adopting a healthier diet. “I’ve got so much more confidence now,” he previously shared with Now. “I don’t want to lose a stone a week or anything like that. I used to survive on crisps and sandwiches.” He also shared that he joined a gym and was exercising three to four times a week. Describing the change in his lifestyle Craig told the publisher: “I don’t eat a lot of fat and I’ve cut right down on sugar. Eggs are the way forward.” Back in 2019, Craig opened up to the Loose Women panel about his personal struggles and changes in his life following weight loss. “Once I started to lose weight my insecurities were more heightened,” he confessed.
Craig looks unrecognisable since his time on The X Factor
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The singer and songwriter revealed he lost four stone
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The star attributed finding love as a source of positivity, contrasting it with past negative experiences: “I think being in a healthy good relationship helped. I was in a toxic relationship, being with someone new now it feels completely different now.” The former The X Factor star is engaged to celebrity skin expert Shane Cooper after Craig proposed, which had been meticulously planned since the previous year. Shane shared their exciting news in January this year with a heartwarming Instagram post.
Craig is engaged to his partner Shane Cooper
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Shane couldn’t contain his joy as she shared: “I said YES! After the most incredible couples massage we head back to our villa where Craig proposed. After crying I said yes! Honestly this evening has been one of the most magical evenings. He said he has been planning this since February last year with @luxurytravelbysoni to create this magical evening. The gorgeous villa decorated, the stunning watch, private chef, guitarist and a four course meal. I can’t put into words how much I adore and love him.”Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnThe X FactorHealthNostalgiaWhere Are They Now
