X-FACTOR hopeful Diana Vickers has Spice Girl support after being named Geri Halliwell’s ‘favourite’.

Geri Halliwell, formerly Ginger Spice, has joined the 17-year-old's camp.

Geri said: “I love the X-Factor. Diana Vickers is my favourite.

"She is amazing and has an incredible voice. But I’m not sure what she's been given to sing completely shows off her talents."

Diana’s mum Ann Vickers, who lives in Accrington with her daughter, said she was over the moon with Geri’s backing.

She said: “It’s very brave of her to come out and name a favourite as none of the other guest judges have.

"I think it’s fantastic and can only be positive for Diana.”