X Factor 2016: Four of Diamonds formed by show after auditioning as solo singers

The girl group are heading into the live shows following the departure of Brooks Way
Revealed: Four of DIamonds were formed by the X Factor in a workshop
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Ben Travis12 October 2016

Returning X Factor group Four of Diamonds were formed in a workshop for the show, it has been revealed.

The four-piece girl band initially entered the competition separately, but failed to make it through as solo artists.

After taking part in an X Factor workshop to form a new group, Four of Diamonds re-auditioned and made it through to the later rounds of the competition.

Speaking to The Sun Online, an X Factor spokesperson said: “Four of Diamonds did all apply for the show as soloists but didn’t make it past the first stage.

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“They were then invited to take part in a workshop to form a group, the group then had to apply again to enter the show.”

Previous groups formed by the show include One Direction and Little Mix, who won the series in 2011.

Four of Diamonds initially didn’t make it through Judges’ Houses, but are now joining the live shows following the axing of Brooks Way.

"Following the allegations relating to Josh Brooks, we have decided by mutual consent that Brooks Way should leave the competition,” said an X Factor representative.

In a statement Josh Brooks said: "Due to events in my personal life I've decided that it's best not to be on the show at this time. While not everything that has been claimed is true I would like to apologise to everyone involved."

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