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Leona Lewis paid £1m for birthday gig

The X Factor winner sings for businessman's daughter

Leona Lewis is currently working on her second album

Leona Lewis received a rumoured £1million to sing seven songs on Saturday night.

The X Factor 2006 winner performed a set at the 21st birthday party of businessman John Caudwell’s daughter Libby.

Leona, 23, even did a duet with her on hit single Bleeding Love.

‘It was a night Libby will certainly never forget,’ says a source.

‘She knew something was going to happen, but she just couldn’t believe it when Leona walked on the stage.

‘Like most girls of her age, Libby is a massive fan of Leona. But most fans have to make do with listening to her tracks — not doing a duet with her.’

Boyzone star Stephen Gately, 32, is also thought to have sung to the 200 guests at John’s mansion in Eccleshall, Staffs.

‘She did perform at a private event, but all details are confidential,’ Leona’s rep tells The Sun.

John, 56, adds: ‘It was a private family event.’

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