X Factor star Kye Sones is unrecognizable 12 years after debuting on the show

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Star Fearne Cotton was barely recognizable 12 years after debuting her song on the Guy Sons show, as she posed for a sweet selfie with her X Factor famous friend.

The broadcaster, 43, took to Instagram to pay his dear singer friend a heartfelt birthday tribute when he turned 41 last year, demonstrating the pair's strong bond.

Unlike her disheveled appearance of the past, Kye, now 42, sported a sleek new hairstyle and flashed her best smile and flashed a calm sign as she hugged Fearne.

Meanwhile, the presenter looked over the moon at the happy hour and smiled from ear to ear while opting for an elegant pink sweater.

Kye, who is also godfather to son Rex, was praised for his “amazing” music on Instagram.

X Factor sensation Kye Sones has barely been seen 12 years after signing up for the show, as she posed for a sweet selfie with her famous friend Fearn Cotton on Instagram.

Boy photographed on The X Factor in November 2012

Boy photographed on The X Factor in November 2012

He captioned it: 'Happy birthday @kyesones. Here's to another year of making your dreams come true, traveling to new places (literally and figuratively) and making amazing music.

'We love you until Moon Kiesta.'

Guy first wowed the public when he joined the successful transfer competition in 2012 and, although he finished in eighth place, he became a fan favourite.

Over time, the artist maintained his position, receiving a BRIT nomination and becoming a live vocalist for Belgian DJ Last Frequencies.

The singer 'made history' when he took the stage at the legendary Tomorrowland with the producer, the first live band to play the main stage.

Born in London, Kay is known around the world for his “soulful voice and songwriting”, collaborating with KC Lights, Ben Nicky, Pat Locke, Andrew Rayel and many more.

He has proudly written songs for music legends such as David Guetta and Becky Hill.

Meanwhile, her list of Instagram followers is gaining popularity, including Denise Van Outen. AND Michael Heaton, AJ runs and Kok Wan.

When he joined the hit signing competition in 2012, Guy first wowed viewers and although he finished in eighth place, he became a fan favorite. Pictured with Rylan Clarke (left) and presenter Dermot O'Leary (centre).

When he joined the hit signing competition in 2012, Guy first wowed viewers and although he finished in eighth place, he became a fan favorite. Pictured with Rylan Clarke (left) and presenter Dermot O'Leary (centre).

Key was photographed at a singing competition in November 2012.

Key was photographed at a singing competition in November 2012.

The composer auditioned on XFactor in 2012.

The composer auditioned on XFactor in 2012.

The artist received a BRIT nomination and became a live vocalist for Belgian DJ Last Frequencies (pictured October 2015).

The artist received a BRIT nomination and became a live vocalist for Belgian DJ Last Frequencies (pictured October 2015).

The singer 'made history' when he took the stage at the legendary Tomorrowland with the producer, the first live band to play the main stage.

The singer 'made history' when he took the stage at the legendary Tomorrowland with the producer, the first live band to play the main stage.

From the DJ's iconic 2023 album Cup of Beats, his most streamed track on his Spotify page is currently Electrified Fight Last Frequencies.

Meanwhile, his most recent work is the single Quadrata Colors released earlier this year.