Jamie Archer

X Factor contestant Jamie Archer

Jamie Archer (also known as Jamie Afro) is a 33 year old musician from London and finalist in the 2009 series of The X Factor. He is the oldest entrant in the competition in 2009, and keenly aware that it's his last shot at a big break.

He has considerable experience on the London gig circuit, and plays a number of instruments, chiefly the guitar and finds performing without an instrument challenging.

As a member of the over 25 category, his mentor for the series is Simon Cowell.

Elimination

Jamie was eliminated from the X Factor on 15 November 2009 after appearing in the bottom two with Lloyd Daniels.He entered a sing-off, singing Queen's The Show Must Go On.

He received votes from Simon Cowell and Dannii Minogue, but Cheryl Cole and Louis Walsh voted for Daniels, sending the decision to 'deadlock' (where the decision is made based on public votes).

As Archer had the least votes on the night, he was eliminated from the competition.