X Factor finalists Little Mix are reportedly being lined up to perform at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Simon Cowell is said to be in talks with event bosses for the band to sing at the opening ceremony, the Daily Star Sunday reports. He has apparently been negotiating with Olympic organisers since February to secure a slot for one of his X Factor acts.
An insider said: “This is the biggest opportunity an X Factor act will have been offered in the history of the show. It’s taken months to pull off. To get a new act on the billing has been a massive task. Getting this sorted will be impressive, even for a heavyweight name like Simon Cowell.
“Originally they wanted the winning act to perform but even if Marcus [wins], Little Mix are still the stars of the series. Some of the biggest names in British music are desperate to be part of it and that’s why Simon wants his newest favourites to play a part. It will make their careers.
“Simon is hoping The X Factor will finally have a winner to match Leona Lewis. This will showcase them to the world. A lot of Americans will be watching as well, so this will give the winning act a good chance of making it over there. The closest X Factor has had to an international act in recent years is Jedward – but Simon and the Olympics team think Little Mix could change all that.”
Sir Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and Take That are also rumoured to be performing at the opening ceremony after David Cameron increased the budget by £41m.
Director Danny Boyle and dance act Underworld head the creative team behind the opening and closing ceremonies.
Meanwhile, Little Mix have also been approached to front clothing ranges for River Island and Next, with the retailers offering deals topping £200,000. Sources claim the band could make £5m even if they don’t triumph against Marcus Collins in tonight’s final.
Simon Cowell told last night’s Xtra Factor that he wants Little Mix to win and he is reportedly hoping to turn them into the new Spice Girls.
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