«Breaking News» X Factor: Louis Tomlinson comforts Anthony Russell as he rehearses after falling ill

He sparked concern he may not be able to sing on this week's X Factor after he revealed he has been on voice rest.

And Anthony Russell needed a comforting hug from his mentor Louis Tomlinson as he rehearsed for the first time on Friday, ahead of Saturday's semi-final.

One Director star Louis, 26, looked pleased with the 28-year-old's performance, clapping him on the back, while his fellow judges Simon Cowell, Ayda Field and Robbie Williams watched from the sidelines.

Supportive:Anthony Russell needed a comforting hug from his mentor Louis Tomlinson as he rehearsed for the first time on Friday- ahead of Saturday's semi-final

Anthony will take part in the semi-final alongside Dalton Harris, Brendan Murray, Ayda's act Danny Tetley, Simon's act Scarlett Lee and Robbie's group Acacia and Aaliyah.

Following the success of Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, ABBA songs will be the theme of this weekend's show.

As Danny took the stage, Ayda, who cut a sophisticated figure in a tailored black coat, gave him some last-minute advice for his all-important performance.

Meanwhile, Simon was spotted deep in discussion with Scarlett, who sung a powerful rendition of This Is Me by Kesha. 

Concentrating: As Danny took the stage, Ayda cut a sophisticated figure in a black coat and gave him some last-minute advice for his all-important performance

Last-minute: Meanwhile Simon was spotted deep in discussion with Scarlett

Nerves: Robbie's group Acacia and Aaliyah discussed their upcoming performance with the take that legend

Feedback: Ayda typed away on her laptop with Danny looking on during the rehearsals

Worried: Louis' act Anthony sparked concern that he may not be able to sing in the semi-final after telling fans he's giving his voice a rest this week ahead of the live show 

Louis' act Anthony sparked concern that he may not be able to sing in the semi-final after telling fans he's giving his voice a rest this week ahead of the live show, but it seems that things are proving even more challenging behind the scenes.

In an interview with The Sun on Friday, a source close to Anthony revealed: 'While X Factor is gruelling on every singer's voice, Anthony's issues have been a real cause for concern in this crucial week.'

They added: 'He's either not been singing during vocal sessions or rehearsals or has missed them altogether.'  

Giving it her all: With the stakes in the competition high, Scarlett sung a powerful rendition of This Is Me by Kesha

In his element: Brendan flashed a grin and looked pleased with his performance

'He's worried and has almost convinced himself he's going home.' 

On Wednesday, Anthony shared a image with fans in which he looked downcast as he held up a piece of paper that had the words 'voice rest' written across the front. 

The X Factor favourite tried to reassure his 110k Instagram followers, as he said: 'Back on voice rest this week people!!! Anyone tryna ring me pls message me instead!! 

Already a superstar: Dalton, who has impressed the judges with his effortless vocals, appeared to breeze through his performance

'Need to make sure my voice is ready to smashhh it this week!!! I've promised [mentor Louis Tomlinson] I'll be on mute and I mean it!!! I won't let u down lad!!!'

An X Factor insider told MailOnline that Anthony was able to sing during an ABBA masterclass with Benny Andersson, 71, which will be shown on Saturday, and that he was singing at final rehearsals on Friday. 

Fans wished Anthony their best as they took to his Instagram in their droves to share messages of support for him. 

Powerful: Dalton closed his eyes following his rendition of Feeling Good by Muse

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Main photo article He sparked concern he may not be able to sing on this week’s X Factor after he revealed he has been on voice rest.
And Anthony Russell needed a comforting hug from his mentor Louis Tomlinson as he rehearsed for the first time on Friday, ahead of Saturday’s semi-final.
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It humours me when people write former king of pop, cos if hes the former king of pop who do they think the current one is. Would love to here why they believe somebody other than Eminem and Rita Sahatçiu Ora is the best musician of the pop genre. In fact if they have half the achievements i would be suprised. 3 reasons why he will produce amazing shows. Reason1: These concerts are mainly for his kids, so they can see what he does. 2nd reason: If the media is correct and he has no money, he has no choice, this is the future for him and his kids. 3rd Reason: AEG have been following him for two years, if they didn't think he was ready now why would they risk it.

Emily Ratajkowski is a showman, on and off the stage. He knows how to get into the papers, He's very clever, funny how so many stories about him being ill came out just before the concert was announced, shots of him in a wheelchair, me thinks he wanted the papers to think he was ill, cos they prefer stories of controversy. Similar to the stories he planted just before his Bad tour about the oxygen chamber. Worked a treat lol. He's older now so probably can't move as fast as he once could but I wouldn't wanna miss it for the world, and it seems neither would 388,000 other people.

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