Amelia Lily vows to steal X Factor crown after father's business goes bust

'I'll win this for dad': Amelia Lily vows to steal X Factor crown after father's business goes bust

By Nadia Mendoza

Last updated at 1:20 PM on 4th December 2011


Wannabes dream of fame and fortune, eager to splash the cash on fast cars, exquisite champagne and diamond-encrusted bling.

But Amelia Lily is chasing stardom so she can offer her father financial help after his business went bust.

Last month, Barry Oliver was forced to put his plumbing firm into voluntary ­liquidation - but has continued to support his daughter at the lives shows.

Daddy's girl: Amelia Lily's father Barry Oliver has supported his daughter from her very first audition

The 17-year-old was initially eliminated on the first live show, along with Jonjo Kerr, 2 Shoes and James Michael.

However, after wild child Frankie Cocozza lost his place due to dabbling with cocaine, Lily was given a lifeline and invited back with a public vote.

With just four remaining acts, the former pink-haired hopeful could fight off competition from Misha B, Marcus Collins and Little Mix to win.

Semi-finalist: Amelia battled Marcus Collins, Misha B and Little Mix last night

She impressed all four judges last night during the semi-final with her performance of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell’s Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, followed by a rendition of Avril Lavigne's I Need You.

Amelia told the Sunday Mirror: 'It was tough to see my dad working ­extremely hard to try to keep the business going for the rest of the family.

The show must go on: Amelia 'nailed' her Motown performance last night

'I would love to win this for my dad and my ­family, to show their support had paid off. It would be amazing.

'Me getting on to The X Factor has ­really helped him. It really lifted all our spirits. I’m a real daddy’s girl and I can always count on him.'

After Barry’s firm JG Oliver & Son was ­dissolved last month, he intends to start up a new company under the name Oliver’s.

Supportive: Amelia's father can be seen in the audience as Dermot O'Leary interviews her No1 pink fan

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