Some of the most memorable contestants from The X Factor have reportedly teamed up to record this year's single for Comic Relief.
The Sun says that the show's long-time host Dermot O'Leary will front an X Factor supergroup and will be joined in the lineup by the likes of Honey G, Stevi Ritchie and Chico.
A source told the newspaper that show legend Wagner was also approached to take part but was unable to get a visa to enter the UK from Brazil.
"The X Factor has been off air for five years so what better time to bring back some of their most controversial acts," the insider said.
"Comic Relief has created a band out of some of the singers and have put X Factor host Dermot front and centre.
"They spent this week ringing some of the show's past performers and are enlisting the most memorable from the cast.
"Honey G the rapper from 2016 has filmed her part with Dermot, while Stevi Ritchie from 2014 has been approached - along with 2005 star Chico.
"It is the ultimate mega-mix of talent and they've got a real catchy hit in the works.
"Simon Cowell won't be a fan of the end result but if it raises money for Comic Relief it's definitely a winner."
This year's Comic Relief telethon airs on BBC One next Friday, March 17 from 7pm.
Neil Wilkes
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