X Factor bosses confirm who will be replacing Brooks Way

Brooks Way were axed from the show

Published 10th Oct 2016

X Factor bosses have confirmed girl band Four of Diamonds will be replacing the axed Brooks Way on the show.

The girls, who were sent home by Louis Walsh during judges' houses, will now be part of Louis groups category in the live shows.

Speaking about their return to the show, Four of Diamonds said, "We are so excited to be back on The X Factor, we’re really looking forward to performing live, working hard and showing everyone what we’re made of."

Four of Diamonds | © ITV Pictures

The girls were a hit with viewers when they performed their version of Lorde's 'Royals' in Ibiza. Some angry viewers then threatened to boycott the show when Louis made the decision to put Bratavio through to the lives shows, meaning they were sent home.

Re live their judges' houses performance below:

The news comes just hours after The X Factor confirmed twin duo Brooks Way had been axed from the show following allegations that Josh had been abusive to his ex-girlfriend.

Xtra Factor presenter Rylan Clark Neal announced the news on This Morning before the official X Factor Twitter account confirmed the news.

Read the official statement below:

Four of Diamonds are set to move into the contestant’s house and prepare for their first live performance on Saturday 15th October.