In 2009, a then-18-year-old Lucie Jones stepped onto The X Factor UK stage with a mix of nerves and quiet confidence. Hailing from a small town in Wales, Lucie had no idea that her audition would go on to become one of the most talked-about moments of the seasonโand the start of a remarkable career.
Performing โI Will Always Love Youโ by Whitney Houston, Lucie took on a song most contestantsย wouldnโt dare attempt. But from the very first note, she proved she was no ordinary singer. Her control, emotion, and soaring vocals earned instant praise from the judgesโand stunned the audience into silence.
Simon Cowell, known for his high standards, was visibly impressed. โThat was absolutely brilliant,โย he said. Cheryl Cole praised her voice as โflawless,โ while Louis Walsh simply called her โa natural-born star.โ
