Harry Styles revisits X Factor as he kicks off Wembley residency
The pop star reminisces about his X Factor audition, which took place near Wembley Stadium in 2010.
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Notable Quotes
"I wouldn't be here today if she hadn't done that."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"Um... I like a fried egg. Followed closely with a scramble."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"What an artist is trying to do for people is bring them closer to something, because of course art is about sharing."
— David Hockney , Celebrity
"Good evening, my name is Harry."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"Disse que ficar dois meses em campo aberto ajuda a manter a saúde da banda e a qualidade das apresentações."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"I wouldn't be here today if she hadn't done that. I thank you so, so much."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"Dancing together, sweating together and singing together."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"What an artist is trying to do for people is bring them closer to something, because of course art is about sharing."
— David Hockney , Celebrity
"I wasn’t really aware of his celebrity then. He was just another person who came to the studio."
— David Hockney , Celebrity
"It was a complete privilege to be painted by him."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
"Conducir hasta aquí hoy, y cada vez que atravieso Wembley, significa muchísimo para mí, porque precisamente en ese edificio fue donde pasé a formar parte de un grupo, nos llamábamos One Direction... Hoy he hecho exactamente el mismo recorrido que solía hacer cuando vine, y mi hermana está aquí esta noche, así que le quiero dar las gracias por acompañarme."
— Harry Styles , Celebrity
Key People
Anne Styles is Harry Styles' mother who signed him up for The X Factor at the age of 16.
An influential American music producer and executive known for discovering and promoting numerous artists.
Hockney was one of the UK's most important and popular artists known for his vibrant and innovative artworks.
Ella is a 23-year-old communications assistant from Leeds who discusses her experiences with splitting bills among friends.
Harry Styles is a popular singer and songwriter.
Shania Twain is a Canadian singer and songwriter, recognized as one of the best-selling female artists in country music history.
Taylor Swift is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter.
Zoe Kravitz is an American actress and musician, recognized for her work in film and television.
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The pop star reminisces about his X Factor audition, which took place near Wembley Stadium in 2010.
Harry Styles opened his record-breaking residency at Wembley Stadium by reminiscing about his 2010 X Factor audition, which led to the formation of One Direction.
Harry Styles began his 12-night residency at Wembley Stadium, paying tribute to the late British artist David Hockney during the opening show.
Zoë Kravitz attended Harry Styles' opening night at Wembley Stadium, amid engagement rumors between the two.
A review of Harry Styles' opening night at Wembley Stadium, highlighting his charisma and the euphoric atmosphere of the show.
Harry Styles iniciou sua residência histórica no Estádio de Wembley, relembrando sua audição no The X Factor há 16 anos e agradecendo à irmã e à mãe pelo apoio.
Harry Styles iniciou sua residência histórica no Estádio de Wembley, relembrando sua audição no The X Factor há 16 anos.
Harry Styles iniciou sua residência histórica de 12 noites no Estádio de Wembley como parte da turnê global Together, Together.
Harry Styles compartilhou uma homenagem ao falecido artista David Hockney ao iniciar sua residência de 12 shows no Estádio de Wembley.
Harry Styles began his 'Together, Together' residency at Wembley Stadium, featuring Shania Twain and a slight change to the setlist.
Harry Styles iniciou sua residência no Estádio de Wembley, relembrando sua audição no The X Factor e agradecendo à irmã e à mãe pelo apoio.
Harry Styles iniciou sua residência musical no Estádio de Wembley, relembrando sua audição no Factor X e sua trajetória com o One Direction.
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