At 69 years old, Hazel Jackson walked onto The X Factor UK stage with a level of confidence that immediately caught the judges’ attention. A retired woman with a larger-than-life personality, Hazel showed that age was certainly not going to stop her from chasing a moment in the spotlight.
For her audition, Hazel performed Tina Turner’s iconic classic “Simply the Best.” She brought plenty of energy, personality, and enthusiasm to the stage, moving with confidence and giving the performance everything she had. Her bold attitude and entertaining stage presence made the audition impossible to ignore.
Hazel’s audition divided the judges, with Nicole Scherzinger supporting her while Simon Cowell and Louis Walsh were less convinced. Regardless of the mixed reactions, Hazel proved that confidence and a fearless attitude can make an audition memorable—and at 69, she certainly wasn’t afraid to put herself out there.
