October 20th 2024.
In 2008, two powerhouse singers, Beyonce and Alexandra Burke, graced the stage together on The X Factor. At the time, Alexandra was only 19 years old and was joined by the one and only Beyonce. But before the unforgettable performance, the star received a stern warning from the former Destiny's Child member, who is known as one of the most respected names in the music industry.
For Alexandra, the opportunity to perform with Beyonce was a dream come true. The iconic duet became one of the most memorable moments in X Factor history, with over two million views on YouTube. The performance was made possible by show creator Simon Cowell, who called in a favor and arranged for Beyonce to join Alexandra on stage while her competitor JLS performed with Westlife.
During an interview with Capital XTRA Breakfast, Alexandra shared some behind-the-scenes details about the performance and her interaction with Beyonce. She recalled feeling nervous and wondering how she would keep up with the talented singer, especially since they only had one rehearsal that didn't go as smoothly as expected.
Alexandra also revealed that Beyonce gave her a warning not to sing too much as she didn't want her to lose her voice. The Lemonade singer made it clear that she didn't fly all the way to the UK to perform with someone who would risk losing their voice. Instead, she reassured Alexandra that she would win the competition, which she did.
A clip of Alexandra's interview was shared on Instagram, and fans found the exchange between her and Beyonce hilarious. Many commented with laughing emojis, while others praised Beyonce for being like a typical African parent. Even Louis Walsh, who was one of the judges on the show, later joked about how Simon ruined his chances of winning by bringing in Beyonce to perform with Alexandra.
In the same interview, Alexandra also talked about her recent engagement to footballer Darren Randolph, describing the proposal as magical. The couple welcomed their first child in 2022 and their second in 2023, and they announced their engagement last month. Alexandra gushed about how romantic and thoughtful Darren was during the proposal, and she feels blessed to have such a wonderful family.
Although Alexandra rose to fame as a singer, she has also ventured into acting in recent years. She has starred in various productions, including the London Palladium pantomime "Jack and the Beanstalk" and "Pretty Red Dress," directed by Dionne Edwards. Despite her success in both industries, Alexandra remains humble and grateful for all the opportunities that have come her way. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. They would love to hear from you.
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