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Patrick Hill & Abbie Meehan

X Factor's Simon Cowell locked in £1 million bullying lawsuit as six contestants sue

A former X Factor contestant has spoken out against the show, after "tears, trauma and anxiety" has forced her hand into suing Simon Cowell's firm, Syco.

As reported by The Mirror, five solo contestants and one group are planning to use a leading law firm to launch a legal battle with Syco, after appearing on the show, X Factor, led to "bullying, mistreatment and neglect". One claimant spoke to the Sunday Mirror, saying: "Being on the show was a horrific experience. We’ve been suffering for years as a result. It’s awful.”

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