The X Factor NZ

The X Factor NZ (2013-2015)

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The X Factor NZ is a television reality music competition, originating from the original UK series. The first series is premiered on 21 April 2013, with regular Sunday and Monday screenings each week. The show is open to singers aged 14 and over, and the winner will be signed to Sony Music Entertainment New Zealand. The contestants will be split into the show's four traditional categories: Boys under 25, Girls under 25, Over 25s and Groups. The first series is hosted by Dominic Bowden, with recording artists Daniel Bedingfield, Melanie Blatt, Ruby Frost and Stan Walker as the show's four judges.

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Scheduleevery Monday, Sunday at 19:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E32Grand Final Decidermai 18, 2015
S02E31The Finalists Performmai 17, 2015
S02E30Top 4 Resultsmai 11, 2015
S02E29Top 4 Performmai 10, 2015
S02E28Top 5 Resultsmai 4, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of The X Factor NZ premiere in 2013?

The X Factor NZ premiered on April 21, 2013.

Who were the judges on The X Factor NZ in 2013?

The judges on The X Factor NZ in 2013 were Melanie Blatt, Ruby Frost, Daniel Bedingfield, and Stan Walker.

Who won The X Factor NZ in 2013?

Jackie Thomas was the winner of The X Factor NZ in 2013.

How many contestants reached the live shows on The X Factor NZ in 2013?

There were 12 contestants who reached the live shows on The X Factor NZ in 2013.

What was unique about the audition process on The X Factor NZ in 2013?

The audition process on The X Factor NZ in 2013 allowed contestants to audition online through video submissions.

Which city hosted the live shows of The X Factor NZ in 2013?

Auckland hosted the live shows of The X Factor NZ in 2013.

Who was the host of The X Factor NZ in 2013?

Dominic Bowden was the host of The X Factor NZ in 2013.

What was the prize for winning The X Factor NZ in 2013?

The winner of The X Factor NZ in 2013 received a recording contract with Sony Music.

How many episodes were there in the first season of The X Factor NZ in 2013?

The first season of The X Factor NZ in 2013 had a total of 24 episodes.

Did any of the judges win The X Factor NZ themselves?

No, none of the judges on The X Factor NZ in 2013 were previous winners of the show.

Did any international artists perform on The X Factor NZ in 2013?

Yes, international artists such as Pink, Bruno Mars, and Ellie Goulding performed on The X Factor NZ in 2013.

How many seasons did The X Factor NZ run for?

The X Factor NZ ran for three seasons.

Did The X Factor NZ have a wildcard round in 2013?

Yes, The X Factor NZ had a wildcard round in 2013 where eliminated contestants were given a chance to rejoin the competition.

Were there any controversial eliminations on The X Factor NZ in 2013?

Yes, there were a few controversial eliminations on The X Factor NZ in 2013, where talented contestants were unexpectedly voted off the show.

What was the average audience viewership for The X Factor NZ in 2013?

The average audience viewership for The X Factor NZ in 2013 was around 500,000 viewers per episode.

Did The X Factor NZ in 2013 produce any successful artists?

Yes, The X Factor NZ in 2013 produced successful artists such as Jackie Thomas and Benny Tipene.

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