October 30th 2024.
It's been 20 years since Steve Brookstein first captured our hearts on The X Factor, but if you saw him now, you might not even recognize him. The now 55-year-old singer has traded in the bright lights of fame for a quieter life away from the spotlight.
Back in 2004, Steve was the talk of the town - with TV appearances, a number one single, and thousands of adoring fans. But these days, he's swapped the ITV stage for a local pub. Yes, you heard that right - Steve was recently spotted treating some lucky pub-goers to a performance at The Courtyard in Morpeth.
Dressed in a black cap and glasses, Steve looked a far cry from his days on The X Factor when he was in his 30s. He belted out some of his classic hits, including "My Girl," for the delighted guests. It's hard to believe that this is the same man who won the first ever season of The X Factor all those years ago.
But despite the change in scenery, Steve hasn't lost his passion for music. In fact, he was promoting his new album at The Courtyard, and he couldn't wait to share the news with his fans. He even posted a throwback photo of himself on The X Factor, comparing it to a more recent snap and jokingly commenting on his slim and handsome appearance back then.
Steve's new album, "More Of Me To Love," has been keeping him busy, and he's been performing at smaller gigs, covering soul music. However, earlier this year, he had to cancel a show at a village hall after only selling 27 tickets. It was a far cry from his days of sold-out arenas and thousands of screaming fans.
But Steve hasn't let that get him down. He's still out there doing what he loves and entertaining people. And he hasn't forgotten his roots - he even shared a picture of himself on The X Factor stage, with his name projected onto a screen behind the drumkit, as a reminder of where it all began.
It's clear that Steve has strong feelings about The X Factor and the impact it had on his life. He's been vocal about his experiences on the show, claiming that it was all just a big theatrical production and that it turned music into a competition instead of an art form.
But despite the ups and downs, Steve is still passionate about his music, and he's not giving up anytime soon. So if you happen to catch him performing at a local pub or a small venue, consider yourself lucky - because this is a man who has truly seen it all and is still going strong.
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