Shirlena Leaves The X Factor

Contestant with serious mental health problems leaves The X Factor UK.

From ITV:

It has been decided by both Shirlena's GP and The X Factor's own medical experts that it is in Shirlena's best interests for her not to continue in the competition.

The welfare of our contestants is of paramount importance to us - Shirlena was informed of the decision in person by the show executives in the presence of a psychologist.

Source ITV