Friday, 22 August 2008

The X Factor's Alexandra Davies: I was told to talk about Bridgend suicides

Teenager says she doesn’t want sympathy vote

The X Factor contestant Alexandra Davies

Alexandra Davies got through to the bootcamp stage of The X Factor

A teen who auditioned on The X Factor claims show bosses told her talk about a spate of suicides in her hometown.

Alexandra Davies, 17, from Bridgend, south Wales, says she didn’t want to mention the tragedies.

‘The producers wanted me to talk about Bridgend yet I didn’t want to — just in case I offended someone’s family,’ she says.

‘I would much rather be known for my talent than the girl that comes from the suicide town.

'It is a lovely place to live. I was upset at how it came over. I’m pleased to be representing Bridgend.’

But ITV insists Alexandra wasn’t fed lines.

‘The brief mention of Bridgend was not meant to sensationalise but to highlight a positive story,’ a spokesman tells The Sun.

‘Alexandra gave a wide-ranging interview about issues that were important and personal to her.

'There was absolutely no pressure placed on her.’

SEE VIDEO Alexandra Davies auditions for The X Factor…