We're ready and waiting! As the X Factor rejects return Janet Devlin and Kitty Brucknell get the warpaint out to defend their places on the show

By Holly Thomas

Last updated at 5:14 PM on 11th November 2011

The biggest twist of the series is well underway, as the X Factor rejects return to the scene of their downfall.

Amelia Lily, Two Shoes, James Michael and Jonjo Kerr were back in the Wembley studios this afternoon with preparations underway for tomorrow's show.

But by the look of things, a couple of the current contestants looks determined to retain the limelight.

Janet Devlin and Kitty Brucknell turned up at the Fountain studios wearing some very dramatic neon eye makeup.

Drawing attention: The return of the X Factor rejects has been the talk of the week, but current contestant Janet Devlin won't let them distract the audience too much

Something to prove? The pressure is on for Janet after last week's disappointing performance

No doubt this has something to do with this week's theme- Lady Gaga vs Freddie Mercury and Queen.

Perhaps Janet has chosen to pay homage to the Bad Romance star, who will perform on Sunday's show.

The teen is clearly feeling the pressure, tweeting this afternoon: 'Really want a red bull :| just one of those days O.'

Janet, who is a bookie favourite to win, disappointed when she forgot the words to Jackson 5's I Want You Back on last week's show.

Be afraid: Kitty Brucknell looked like she meant business with her red warpaint

Who will she pick? Kitty has already performed a Queen song, so perhaps this will be her chance to emulate her idol, Lady Gaga

Tulisa said: 'You've got your own style, it's amazing... Maybe you should stick with what you know. You looked uncomfortable, you forgot the words.'

Gary, who is usually full of praise for the Irish teenager, said: 'I feel really weird saying this but it just wasn't right tonight. You completely lost your identity.

Kelly added: 'We all have our slip-ups.. You still got out there and had a good time.'

Ex-contestant Amelia Lily looks set to return to the show as she leads the pack as favourite to replace Frankie Cocozza.

Hot favourite: 16-year-old Amelia has been tipped as the most likely ex-contestant to return to the show

Hot favourite: 16-year-old Amelia Lily has been tipped as the most likely ex-contestant to return to the show

A second chance: Jonjo Kerrr, Two Shoes, Amelia Lily and James Michael made their return to the X Factor studios today

The 16-year-old arrived at the ITV Studios for a press conference today where she admitted her return is 'bittersweet'.

Frankie, who was dismissed from the show earlier this week over allegations of drug boasts, was romantically linked with Amelia during their time on the show.

She admitted at the X Factor press conference today: 'It's bittersweet replacing Frankie.'

Amelia also said she hasn't spoken to her Cocozza since he was unceremoniously kicked off the show but added: 'I hope he's alright.'

Raising their game? Little Mix were so impressive last week that Kelly Rowland said they should sing acapella

Another chance? Tulisa lost her group The Risk on last week's show, but perhaps her old contestants Two Shoes will return

Not to be outdone: Groups mentor Tulisa Contostavlos showed off her legs in a short playsuit

Other finalists 2 Shoes, James Michael and Jonjo Kerr all showed up at the X Factor studios today, preparing themselves for the verdict on who is to return.

Gary Barlow's act was kicked off after allegedly boasting about taking drugs.

Tulisa Contostavlos, Louis Walsh, Kelly Rowland and head judge Gary Barlow were also present at the press conference.

One of the acts axed by the judges in the first week of live shows will now be voted back in by the public, and Amelia is the hot favourite to return.

Ready for action: Jonjo and Two Shoes looked thrilled to have a second chance on the show

The singer used her time back in the limelight to ask fans to give her support and help her back into the competition.

Amelia pleaded: 'Guys pleaseee vote for me to come back to X Factor n perform this Saturday! It would mean the world to me n I promise I won't let you down!

'The number to call to vote for me to get back into TXF will be announced today! Please please vote, I have got so much more to give xx'

Groups mentor Tulisa Contostavlos also showed up at the X Factor studios this afternoon to welcome back the ex-contestants.

Gearing up: Presenter Dermot O'Leary looked rearing to go as he turned up at the Fountain studios this afternoon

Gearing up: Presenter Dermot O'Leary looked raring to go as he turned up at the Fountain studios this afternoon

Dismissed: Frankie Cocozza, pictured today outside Brighton train station, was kicked out of the show following revelations that he had been on a 'cocaine bender'

'My six night cocaine bender': Frankie Cocozza reveals the extent of his drug use

Admits he was wasted on the drug for almost a week straight
Reveals he has slept with seven girls since being on the reality show

By Kirsty Mccormack

Last updated at 2:37 PM on 11th November 2011

Former X Factor contestant Frankie Cocozza has revealed he's not a drug addict but an 'idiot' instead.

The 18-year-old hopeful has opened up about his bad behaviour that led to him being booted off the ITV reality show.

Cocozza revealed that he has taken cocaine six times and said he will regret his action for the 'rest of his life.'

'Really, really sorry': Frankie Cocozza - seen here in Brighton today - has spoken up about his drug shame that led to him being booted off the X Factor this week

But despite being asked to leave the singing competition, Cocozza was already spotted back in London yesterday heading to Holborn Studios in North London.

He emerged from the building tonight to have a cigarette and seemed particularly pleased with whatever had been going on inside as he flashed the camera a huge smile and gave a thumbs up.

Regrets: But Frankie didn't look very remorseful as he made his way to Brighton rain station and smoked a cigarette en route

Remembering: Frankie buys a poppy wristband from a seller at the station

Speaking to today's Sun newspaper, the big-haired wannabe explained that he felt guilty about what he'd done.

'I feel bad about letting the fans down and I'd like to apologise to the people who voted for me,' he said. 'I'm really, really sorry.'

However despite ruining his chances on the X Factor, Cocozza admitted that he couldn't guarantee that he will stay away from drugs in the future.

Hanging with his boys: Frankie, in the yellow hoodie, arrived at a friends' house earlier today

The hopeful - who has admitted to trying the illegal high mephedrone in the past - said: 'I can't see into the future so I can't say that I'll never do coke again.'

Cocozza, who lives with his mother in Brighton, East Sussex, also revealed that he has slept with seven females since starring on the X Factor and admitted that it was easy.

Not bothered: The 18-year-old seemed happy enough as he had a cigarette outside Holborn Studios in North London yesteray

Not bothered: The 18-year-old seemed happy enough as he had a cigarette outside Holborn Studios in North London yesterday

'Going out just got mental as women would just come up to me,' he admitted.

'I didn't really need to dig out the chat-up lines which I used. It was so easy.'

However the youngster's downfall was last Saturday night which he spent with blonde Becca Hills.

Next move: The hopeful was less cocky when he arrived in London yesterday evening and kept his eyes on his phone

She was at his side during the hedonistic night of passion and partying that led to his axe from the X Factor.

The 19-year-old has spoken out on the scandal.

Hills is cagey about the details of what went on inside the West London flat she was seen entering with Cocozza on Saturday night, but admits: 'Some stuff happened between us, it's a bit embarrassing to talk about.'

Tell all: Becca Hills, 19, has given an interview revealing 'some stuff happened' between her and axed X Factor contestant Frankie Cocozza

Cocozza was pictured topless and sitting with a female companion in the window of the flat where an after-party took place over the weekend after a night of clubbing.

But despite their liaison, Hills insists: 'I don't plan to keep in contact with him. There's no future between us.'

Speaking again to The Sun, Hills, insists: 'I never wanted him to get in trouble. He seemed a lovely guy who likes a drink.'

Spotlight: Becca (right) and her friend Katherine Holland joined the singer at a flat in West London Saturday night after clubbing together but insist they did not see any drugs

The teen and her friend Katherine Holland, who was also pictured at the party, say they did not witness the singer taking drugs.

Holland, 19, told the Sun: 'We didn't see him do cocaine, but it's not that we followed his every move. Drugs are for losers, we never touch them.'

Cocozza and his entourage were pictured carrying crates of beer into the flat after a night of partying at Funky Buddha nightclub.

On the X Factor results show on Sunday night, he admitted he'd only had 30 minutes sleep while some claimed he was still 'off his face' during the programme.

Laden down: Cocozza's pockets and hands were full of gear as he left his Brighton home this morning

It later emerged that production staff overheard him boasting about his 'cocaine-fuelled sex session' on the Saturday night, and reported him to the show producers.

Less than 24 hours later, it was announced that he was leaving the show.

In a separate report, it has been alleged that Cocozza funded his wild partying with money paid into his account by FremantleMedia, who produce the X Factor.

Pay day: Another report claims that the teen used £3000 he received from FremantleMedia for his work on the M&S advertisement to pay for alcohol and drugs

Pay day: Another report claims that the teen used £3000 he received for his work on the M&S advert to pay for alcohol and drugs

Big spenders: M&S did NOT pay them for their work on the campaign but FremantleMedia made a 'discretionary payment' to each of the contestants

The company is said to have paid each other contestants a 'discretionary payment' of £3,000 following their work on the M&S Christmas advertisement, the Mirror reports.

Marks & Spencer, which has a sponsorship deal with the series, did not pay the contestants for the 'When You Wish Upon a Star' ad campaign.

'Frankie is a normal 18-year-old,' a source told the paper. 'He got the money and it was burning a hole in his pocket. He couldn’t wait to blow it on partying.'

Retail therapy: The 18-year-old was spotted trying on shoes at his local shopping centre

Retail therapy: The 18-year-old hit the shops in his hometown of Brighton yesterday after leaving the X Factor on Monday

Cocozza was still spending up a storm on Wednesday after returning to his home in Brighton.

The wild child went shopping at shoe store Vans, where he was spotted handing over a wad of cash for a pair of trainers, and also stocked up at All Saints.

A spokesperson for FremantleMedia was unavailable for comment.

Defiant: Frankie posted a message on Twitter today, his first since the scandal broke, hinting at his plans to continue his career post-X Factor

'I hope he's alright': Amelia Lily has a bittersweet return as she heads the pack as favourite to replace Frankie Cocozza

By Marcus Barnes

Last updated at 1:39 PM on 11th November 2011

A few weeks ago she thought her chances of winning the X Factor were over after she was voted off the talent show.

However, today Amelia Lily looked set to return to the show as she leads the pack as favourite to replace Frankie Cocozza.

The 16-year-old arrived at the ITV Studios for a press conference today where she admitted her return is 'bittersweet'.

Hoping for a return: Amelia Lily arrives at ITV studios for the X Factor press conference where she admitted her return was 'bittersweet'

In the lead: The pink-haried singer is head of the pack as favourite to return to the show

Amelia wore a punk-inspired outfit consisting of patterned leggings, a blazer jacket with the sleeves rolled to her elbows, a black vest top and black boots.

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She completed her rebellious look with pink hair and and a spiked choker around her neck.

Frankie, who was dismissed from the show earlier this week over allegations of drug boasts, was romantically linked with Amelia during their time on the show.

Back for another try: (Back Row l-r) Jonjo Kerr, 2 Shoes - Lucy Texeira and Charley Bird, Amelia Lily and James Michael with the judges (front row l-r) Louis Walsh, Tulisa Contostavlos, Kelly Rowland and Gary Barlow

Fingers crossed: Tulisa will be hoping her contestant make it back into the X Factor - Caroline Flack was also present at the press conference

She admitted at the X Factor press conference today: 'It's bittersweet replacing Frankie.'

Amelia also said she hasn't spoken to her Cocozza since he was unceremoniously kicked off the show but added: 'I hope he's alright.'

Other finalists 2 Shoes, James Michael and Jonjo Kerr are all being given a second chance after Gary Barlow's act was kicked off after allegedly boasting about taking drugs.

Bring us back: 2 Shoes are in line for a return - if the public vote for them

I'll be back? Jonjo Kerr is up against favourite Amelia Lily

Tulisa Contostavlos, Louis Walsh, Kelly Rowland and head judge Gary Barlow were also present at the press conference.

The N-Dubz star wore chic biker jacket with a navy mini dress and matching ankle boots.

One of the acts axed by the judges in the first week of live shows will now be voted back in by the public, and Amelia is the hot favourite to return.