'X Factor': Union J Jaymi talks "overwhelming" coming out reaction

X Factor star Jaymi Hensley has spoken of the "really amazing" support he has received after publicly coming out as gay.

The Union J member confirmed his sexuality at the weekend upon the advice of the boyband's mentor Louis Walsh.



Asked how X Factor viewers have reacted to the news, Hensley told The Sun: "It's been amazing, really amazing.

"I have not seen one negative comment. I want to say a massive thank you for people's support. It has been incredible.

"I have already had messages from young gay guys saying, 'Thank you so much, I can look up to you', and that's what I did it for."

Hensley added that his boyfriend of three years, 21-year-old hairdresser Olly Marmon, has also been "overwhelmed" by touching messages from fans.

"Olly has got loads of messages. I always knew people would find him but he is totally overwhelmed with the support," he said. "It's really uplifting."

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