The Reality Of Reality TV with Fleur East

Janet Devlin from The X Factor

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“Do I swallow that, or be the girl who throws up on national television?” Quite the conundrum for Janet Devlin, singer-songwriter, X-Factor finalist, and your guest on The Reality of Reality TV*! After years of keeping quiet about exactly what was going on during her time on the X-Factor, Janet reveals it all to host Fleur East. They talk about what it was really like for the shy, then 16 year old, taking the stage in the biggest music competition in the country - all whilst battling her own mental health struggles. Hear how Mmmbop makes her sick to her stomach, her relationship with her mentor Kelly Rowland and why she had to ask for a therapist. You’ll also discover how despite everything, the show ended up being a really positive experience for Janet. This is the Reality of Reality TV. *This episode contains references to addiction, eating disorders, self harm and mental health issues Share the reality love! #RealityofRealityTV Instagram instagram.com/fleureast Twitter twitter.com/FleurEast Facebook facebook.com/fleureastofficial Next episode out 21st July!