As had widely been predicted, Alexandra Burke won the X Factor 2008, with JLS in second place.

Alexandra was so emotional after her win that she could barely speak, managing only to say a thankyou to the judges, and to tell everyone at home that her single was ‘for everyone who voted for me’.

JLS were the perfect gentlemen in defeat, thanking everyone and commenting that they hoped they could still have a career in the music industry.

With Cheryl Cole as the victorious judge it means that after Dannii’s victory last year the rookie judge has again won the competition.

Cheryl Cole is reportedly furious with Louis Walsh after his shock vote to eject Laura White from the competition on Saturday.

Quoted in the Mirror, a source said:

“Cheryl was incandescent with rage and let her feelings be known.
She was absolutely furious and was giving him what for. No one has ever seen her so angry but she is really passionate about her acts.”

Laura White also spoke out about the incident, saying “Cheryl was really angry last night. She doesn’t know whether it was a personal thing from Louis or what. I think she’s just really upset because she feels I was one of the strongest singers and she feels robbed.”

Judging by the massive number of comments we’ve had, Cheryl isn’t the only one furious at seeing Laura leave the show.