Sarah and Rhydian become "inseparable"

Sarah Smith and Rhydian Roberts have become "inseparable", one of Smith's friends has claimed.

The source said the pair have grown close because they are both big Christians.

Smith apparently told her friend: "He is so charming and we share so many passions. We were drawn together by our love of God.

"Rhydian has been so supportive to me and I really admire his strength. He really is very sexy too."

The friend told The People: "She has become very close to Rhydian. They have a good laugh and share the same Christian values. They have been inseparable."

And a show source added: "The two of them are so sweet together it's rather sickening. They are always cuddling and sharing private conversations in the house.

"The other day Sarah was joking with Rhydian and singing a duet with him for a laugh. She was helping him with his harmonies."

An X Factor spokesman commented: "Everyone in the house has a close relationship."