Frankie Cocozza axed from X Factor UK

Frankie Cocozza has been kicked off of X Factor UK. The reasons why are a little murky. In a statement, The X Factor says, “Frankie is leaving the show today after breaking competition rules. He is going to take some time out before continuing his career as a singer. We wish him all the best for his future.”

UPDATE: There are rumors that Frankie was caught using drugs.

Frankie apologizes to his mentor, Gary Barlow, fellow contestants and his fans: “I’d like to apologize to Gary, my fellow contestants and everyone who has voted for me, but, as of today (Tuesday, November 8), I will no longer be in The X Factor”

“My life during the show has gone out of control and my behavior off stage has over-stepped 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.”

The 18 year old contestant’s tenure on X Factor has been marked by stories of a hard partying lifestyle that has included drinking and womanizing.

Apparently, Frankie was asked to leave the X Factor house this morning. He’s currently at the center of two Ofcom investigations, amid accusations that he swore on air and that his on-screen antics have glamorized the misuse of alcohol.

For those of you not watching X Factor UK, Frankie is one of those polarizing contestants who had many fans scratching their heads as he managed to survive week after week. His singing was pretty dreadful, and his attitude annoying. And seriously, he really isn’t all that cute. So goodbye to you, Frankie, can’t say you’ll be missed all that much. (Via Digital Spy)

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