Latest news with #AnthonyRussell
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
X Factor finalist looks unrecognisable seven years after drug controversy as he releases new album
ONE of the finalists of The X Factor looks almost unrecognisable seven years after a drug controversy. He auditioned for the ITV show three times before finally getting to the live shows in 2018. 7 Anthony Russell came third on the 15th series of The X Factor Credit: Rex Features 7 He now looks almost unrecognisable after he was kicked off the live tour in a drugs scandal Credit: Instagram 7 He recently performed at the Berlin Music Video Awards Credit: Instagram After his tenure on the show, he now looks completely different with long hair and a beard. In a video promoting his new music, he wore a grey tracksuit combo, monochrome t-shirt and black trainers with fluorescent He captioned the clip: "2nd Album Street Songs Project is out now everywhere can't believe the response it had, nothin but love keep streaming." READ MORE ON X FACTOR STARS In another snap on social media, he donned a heavy leather jacket, grey jeans and thick trainers after he performed at the Berlin Music Video Awards. He originally auditioned for X Factor in 2007 in front of He re-auditioned for the talent competition in 2017 where three of the judges said yes. In 2018, he was brought back to be mentored by Louis Tomlinson where he finished third in the live final. Most read in News TV The One Direction star He paid for the aspiring singer to get clean, and was left in tears when Anthony returned to audition. X Factor's Louis Tomlinson in tears at Anthony Russell's audition The Sun exclusively revealed that Anthony was kicked off The X Factor Live tour after We exclusively revealed that Just hours before he was due on stage in Hull, the singer agreed to leave the touring show on February 25, 2019. He broke his silence after allegedly being as he claimed that he was "dealing with his issues." Winners of The X Factor WHO won each season of the long-running ITV talent competition? Series one (2004): Series two (2005): Shayne Ward Series three (2006): Series four (2007): Series five (2008): Series six (2009): Series seven (2010): Series eight (2011): Little Mix Series nine (2012): James Arthur Series 10 (2013): Series 11 (2014): Ben Haenow Series 12 (2015): Louisa Johnson Series 13 (2016): Matt Terry Series 14 (2017): Series 15 (2018): A show source told us at the time: "We found suspicious plastic bags with a white powder in them. "We think it was cocaine and we obviously couldn't keep him on the tour." 7 The star is still very much involved in music Credit: Instagram/Anthony Russell 7 He now sports a very different look than his days on ITV Credit: Instagram 7 Anthony auditioned for The X Factor three times Credit: Rex Features 7 Louis Tomlinson paid for him to go to rehab before he was brought back to the show Credit: Rex Features
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
X Factor finalist looks unrecognisable seven years after drug controversy as he releases new album
ONE of the finalists of The X Factor looks almost unrecognisable seven years after a drug controversy. He auditioned for the ITV show three times before finally getting to the live shows in 2018. 7 Anthony Russell came third on the 15th series of The X Factor Credit: Rex Features 7 He now looks almost unrecognisable after he was kicked off the live tour in a drugs scandal Credit: Instagram 7 He recently performed at the Berlin Music Video Awards Credit: Instagram Anthony Russell, 35, competed for a record contract on the fifteenth series of The X Factor. After his tenure on the show, he now looks completely different with long hair and a beard. In a video promoting his new music, he wore a grey tracksuit combo, monochrome t-shirt and black trainers with fluorescent He captioned the clip: "2nd Album Street Songs Project is out now everywhere can't believe the response it had, nothin but love keep streaming." In another snap on social media, he donned a heavy leather jacket, grey jeans and thick trainers after he performed at the Berlin Music Video Awards. He originally auditioned for X Factor in 2007 in front of Simon Cowell, Sharon Osborne, Louis Walsh and Dannii Minogue when he was just 17-years-old. He re-auditioned for the talent competition in 2017 where three of the judges said yes. In 2018, he was brought back to be mentored by Louis Tomlinson where he finished third in the live final. The One Direction star heard about Anthony's addiction and reached out to him to help him go to rehab. He paid for the aspiring singer to get clean, and was left in tears when Anthony returned to audition. X Factor's Louis Tomlinson in tears at Anthony Russell's audition The Sun exclusively revealed that Anthony was kicked off The X Factor Live tour after finding himself at the centre of a 'drugs' scandal back in February 2019. We exclusively revealed that tour staff found suspicious plastic bags filled with white powder in his hotel room. Just hours before he was due on stage in Hull, the singer agreed to leave the touring show on February 25, 2019. He broke his silence after allegedly being caught with "cocaine" as he claimed that he was "dealing with his issues." Winners of The X Factor WHO won each season of the long-running ITV talent competition? Series one (2004): Steve Brookstein Series two (2005): Shayne Ward Series three (2006): Leona Lewis Series four (2007): Leon Jackson Series five (2008): Alexandra Burke Series six (2009): Joe McElderry Series seven (2010): Matt Cardle Series eight (2011): Little Mix Series nine (2012): James Arthur Series 10 (2013): Sam Bailey Series 11 (2014): Ben Haenow Series 12 (2015): Louisa Johnson Series 13 (2016): Matt Terry Series 14 (2017): Rak-Su Series 15 (2018): Dalton Harris A show source told us at the time: "We found suspicious plastic bags with a white powder in them. "We think it was cocaine and we obviously couldn't keep him on the tour." 7 The star is still very much involved in music Credit: Instagram/Anthony Russell 7 He now sports a very different look than his days on ITV Credit: Instagram 7 Anthony auditioned for The X Factor three times Credit: Rex Features
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
X Factor finalist looks unrecognisable seven years after drug controversy as he releases new album
ONE of the finalists of The X Factor looks almost unrecognisable seven years after a drug controversy. He auditioned for the ITV show three times before finally getting to the live shows in 2018. 7 7 7 Anthony Russell, 35, competed for a record contract on the fifteenth series of The X Factor. After his tenure on the show, he now looks completely different with long hair and a beard. In a video promoting his new music, he wore a grey tracksuit combo, monochrome t-shirt and black trainers with fluorescent He captioned the clip: "2nd Album Street Songs Project is out now everywhere can't believe the response it had, nothin but love keep streaming." In another snap on social media, he donned a heavy leather jacket, grey jeans and thick trainers after he performed at the Berlin Music Video Awards. He originally auditioned for X Factor in 2007 in front of Simon Cowell, Sharon Osborne, Louis Walsh and Dannii Minogue when he was just 17-years-old. He re-auditioned for the talent competition in 2017 where three of the judges said yes. In 2018, he was brought back to be mentored by Louis Tomlinson where he finished third in the live final. The One Direction star heard about Anthony's addiction and reached out to him to help him go to rehab. He paid for the aspiring singer to get clean, and was left in tears when Anthony returned to audition. X Factor's Louis Tomlinson in tears at Anthony Russell's audition The Sun exclusively revealed that Anthony was kicked off The X Factor Live tour after finding himself at the centre of a 'drugs' scandal back in February 2019. We exclusively revealed that tour staff found suspicious plastic bags filled with white powder in his hotel room. Just hours before he was due on stage in Hull, the singer agreed to leave the touring show on February 25, 2019. He broke his silence after allegedly being caught with "cocaine" as he claimed that he was "dealing with his issues." Winners of The X Factor WHO won each season of the long-running ITV talent competition? Series one (2004): Steve Brookstein Series two (2005): Shayne Ward Series three (2006): Leona Lewis Series four (2007): Leon Jackson Series five (2008): Alexandra Burke Series six (2009): Joe McElderry Series seven (2010): Matt Cardle Series eight (2011): Little Mix Series nine (2012): James Arthur Series 10 (2013): Sam Bailey Series 11 (2014): Ben Haenow Series 12 (2015): Louisa Johnson Series 13 (2016): Matt Terry Series 14 (2017): Rak-Su Series 15 (2018): Dalton Harris A show source told us at the time: "We found suspicious plastic bags with a white powder in them. "We think it was cocaine and we obviously couldn't keep him on the tour." 7 7 7 7
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Veterans remembered in St. Joseph Memorial Day tribute
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Veterans were honored on Memorial Day morning with a Remembrance Ceremony held at City Hall. Community members gathered outside City Hall to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in service to their country, as well as those who served and have since passed away. Mayor John Josendale, the St. Joseph Fire Department, Buchanan County Sheriff's Office, and the Joint Veterans Committee were among those who delivered speeches and conducted military honors in remembrance of fallen soldiers. Buchanan County Sheriff Bill Puett said it was an honor to serve as a guest speaker at the 2025 Memorial Day Remembrance. Anything we can do to honor those who have given their lives and paid the ultimate sacrifice for our way of life and our freedom is extremely important," Puett said. "I'm proud to be here in front of all my peers recognizing these brave women and men." Anthony Russell, a Maur Hill-Mount Academy Eagle Scout, delivered the Patriot Address. He spoke about honoring his long family lineage of veterans and encouraged others to use the day as one of purpose. "I have a great-grandfather who served as a Marine, as well as my mom and dad, who are both in the military," Russell said. "So, I just really wanted to honor them and honor all veterans. We can kick our feet up and relax today because they fought for our country. That is something everyone should be grateful for." Russell and others in attendance shared that community members can show their respect to veterans by simply acknowledging them, whether it's shaking their hand or saying, "Thank you for serving our country. Mayor Josendale concluded the ceremony by announcing that on July 14, 2025, a Vietnam Era Commemoration Ceremony will be held at Word of Life Church at 10 a.m. to recognize Vietnam veterans. More information about the event can be found at:
