Frankie Cocozza leaves X Factor after 'breaking rules'

Frankie Cocozza has left The X Factor after "breaking competition rules", according to the show's producers.

The exact reason for the teenager's departure has not been revealed but he said in a statement that he "no longer deserves his place" in the series.

An X Factor spokesperson said in a separate statement: "Frankie is going to take some time out before continuing his career as a singer.

"We wish him all the best for his future."

After confirming his departure from the show, Frankie Cocozza said that his life had "gone out of control" while taking part on The X Factor.

As he left, he apologised to his mentor Gary Barlow and fans who had been voting for him.

He said in a statement: "I'd like to apologise to Gary, my fellow contestants and everyone who has voted for me, but, as of today (8 November), I will no longer be in The X Factor.

"My life during the show has gone out of control and my behaviour off stage has overstepped the rules of the competition.

"I no longer deserve my place in the show, so I am therefore leaving. I would like to thank everyone who has supported me."
(from BBC)

thank goodness for that...he couldnt sing anyway so wont be missed x

I did not like him anyway - I really think bringing back the 4 that were exited from the first show just because of Frankie leaving is wrong - The show has gone to a new low this year - the only 2 that can win is Janet or Marcus - all of the others will be unheard of after the show. How long can it continue - I doubt much longer

hope janet doesnt win she is a one track pony..time for her to go imo ...as for four coming back i hope johnjo gets back in...would hate tooshoes(the essex bimbos)to win the vote x

I love Janet. she has a voice that is so pure .. hope she goes a long way
and bring back jonny he has been robbed

oooooo ditto kat, i love janet and i miss jonny x

who came back last night as iwas so bored i fell asleep xx

Thistle wrote:who came back last night as iwas so bored i fell asleep xx

It was Amelia Lily Thistle - I didn't watch the whole show - MR DC was engrossed in snooker on sky - I gather that there was some kind of technical fault at the beginning - I only put it on at 9.45 to see who came back -