All of this year’s finalists on The X Factor

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The X Factor 2018 finalists

by Alex Ross |
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After weeks of auditions, deliberations and THAT dramatic Six Chair Challenge, the Judges' Houses round of this year's The X Factor finally took place, and now viewers know the final 16 acts heading into the live shows.

With head judge Simon Cowell inviting over 50 of his showbiz friends out to his house in Malibu to help him decide last weekend, this week it was the turn of One Direction singer Louis Tomlinson, former Take That singer Robbie Williams and his wife Ayda Williams.

As Louis was joined by his 1D pal Liam Payne, and musical legend Nile Rodgers, Robbie Williams chose Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams to be his guest judge, whilst former winner Leona Lewis and American Idol star Adam Lambert returned to help Ayda.

Check out all of this year's finalists below:

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X Factor 2018 finalists (radio)

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Simon Cowell and The Girls

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Scarlett Lee

After missing out on a place in the live shows last year, 20-year-old Scarlett sailed through Judges' Houses after impressing Simon and his guest judges.

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Shan

25-year-old Shan has been a firm favourite with viewers ever since her first audition on this year's show. And she certainly impressed Simon when she performed her original track 'Get Back'.

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Molly Scott

She's only 16-years-old, but Durham girl Molly Scott has an amazing voice! Molly impressed Simon when she performed her own version of BTS' hit 'Fake Love'.

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Bella Penfold

Despite only three acts from each category being put through in recent years, Simon decided to change it up this year, giving rapper Bella Penfold that all important yes.

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Louis Tomlinson and The Boys

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Anthony Russell

After helping him overcome his demons last year, Louis helped Anthony Russell's dreams come true by putting him through to the live shows.

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Armstrong Martins

Armstrong Martins impressed Louis and his guest judges by putting a twist on the Friends theme tune 'I'll Be There For You'.

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Dalton Andre Harris

He's been one of the most consistent contestants since his first audition, and Dalton Andre Harris certainly didn't disappoint in this round!

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Brendan Murray

Brendan's unique voice is VERY popular with Louis, with the Irish singer getting a big yes from the One Direction singer.

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Robbie Williams and The Groups

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LMA Choir

Liverpool's LMA Choir are set to bring something different to The X Factor live shows.

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A Star

At the ages of just 14 and 15, A Star are the youngest competitors in this year's X Factor. They impressed Robbie with their 'chemistry' despite being put together on the show.

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Vibe 5

New boyband Vibe 5 were given a chance to impress in the live shows by Robbie.

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Misunderstood

The Misunderstood boys yet again smashed it in their audition, sailing through to the live shows.

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Ayda Williams and The Overs

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Giovanni Spano

West End performer Giovanni Spano is set to bring a bit of rock to this year's live shows.

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Janice Robinson

She's been a fan favourite ever since she performed 'Dreamer' in her audition, and now Janice Robinson will get the chance to impress in the live shows.

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Olatunji Yearwood

We can't wait to see what fun Ola brings to the live shows!

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Danny Tetley

He was given a no by Simon Cowell on Pop Idol 17 years ago, but Danny Tetley has been given another chance as Ayda chose him to go through to the live shows.

The X Factor live shows begin on Saturday 20th October.

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