Ray knew he had no chance against Leona, was prepared for it and did everything he could to just make the moment better for Leona, first class all the way.

Ray's such a gentleman (:

*They definitely got it right that year!* Leona's definitely the most talented Xfactor contestant thus far...

Lol, Ray looked like he WANTED Leona to win. Very good sport.

Rays reaction. Aww he is such a babe

I love the way Ray's completely down with the fact she won. And he just hoists her up into the air and eifwojeoifjwef. MY HEART.

She's so amazing! She's definitely Simons all time favourite!!!

you deserve to win Leona, because you have such an amazing voice

I love ray reaction

Dude should get an recording contract just for being the best non winner ever!!!

Well it was quite clear from the vey first audition, the very moment we heard her that she was going to win I mean how could she not? her voice just impeccable, her talent and her looks everything she had it all!!

I'm watching this 10 years too late. lol

I've always loved her voice but never watched the 6 month ride of her life. What I can't believe is that someone would actually dislike this moment in time. People ask if there are angels among us, we'll she is one.

Ray is so cute 😍

I just love how sweet and humble she looks. and it was really nice for the other guy to put her first

I honestly didn't know she won a competition lol I heard her on the radio in the U.S. One day and decided to look her up.

I Finally got a chance to watch Leona Lewis for the first time just now in MAY, 2017! That was 11 years ago! I'm a little behind here! I watched her sing: "All By Myself": (One of my favorite all time songs!) And I watched her sing:: "I Wiill Always Love You." & the Whintney Houston Song: "I Have Nothing." That was enough for me to hear to know why she won the 2006 X Factor Competition in 2006. WOW! Leona has such amazing beautiful strong Vocal's! ! I'm going to now watch all of her live shows on X-Factor UK. I can see why she won hands down! Absoulutly A God Given Gift this Young Charming lady has! May God Conitnue to Bless You Leona with your singing career & where ever your stardom takes you! Powerful & beaitiful and a lot of control she has with her voice! Excellent. She blew me away!

I knew she was going to win Awesome Congrats leona you deserve it a beautiful amazing voice with a humble heart...

How is this 10 years ago?! 😭 I feel old I'm only 20

well done for Ray i was so suprise for his reaction. SIMON should HELP HIM for his manners

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Oh my gosh I almost cried for her I'm so proud for her

I'm so so happy that Leona won the X factor SHE DESERVED TO WIN TOO, a beautiful young lady with such a beautiful and powerful voice well done Leona x

Eu tinha 3 anos quando Leona ganhou,e até hoje eu lembro dessa época quando ela ganhou o programa,essa mulher tem uma voz muito potente,ela é a nossa "Cida" versão americana,eu tenho até hoje tenho essa melhor lembrança quando ela ganhou no meu aniversário de 3 anos!! Vai que é tua,Leona Lewis,vc é uma lenda!!!!!!

What a beautiful voice Leona. Love you girl

He knew he was going to lose you could tell. But he was happy when she won i loved that. I Heard he had a number 1 Album for RCA without releasing singles....awesome Ray

*Am I the only one who comes back to watch this for inspiration...* 2017 btw 😊

It's 2017 now... you're still my favourite Leona - worthy winner then, worthy winner now

Ray kept on looking at Leona like he knew she won. Poor Ray:(

Rays reaction is amazing. Such a great man

I remeber this. Couldn't have happened to a more deserving person.

Love how Ray reacted and when He lift Leona, such an amazing guy😍😍😍

My love Leona ❤️ I sti see her everyday I listen to her all the time . My absolute favorite

This was so Special ! Thank you ! Amazing Singer

2016.. there's so much love.

WOW! Leona was destined to be the winner and a what a fabulous SUPERSTAR she is today 💖

Leona sings like an angel!!

I knew she was gonna win from day one there was something special about Leona Lewis she just had that it factor. her voice, her beauty her stage presence. the whole package she just brought it every week and nailed every performance. it's craaazy how so damn good she is haha.

it was so obvious that leona wins :) She's incredible!

2017. And still loving it

I can not breath right now, been watching leona lewis inspirational amazing x- factor win and my heart is pounding so fast .very happy for her !!! sep 9th 2016 3:28am norway bergen. sleeping with my loudly snoring wife 🙇

The song Run goes deep in to your soul and levies a wonderful warm felling inside you .

Ray's reaction sooo sincere❤

Leona is absolutely amazing! OMG! what a singer, what a girl! she has also a lovely personality, she definetely deserve this and more!

Love how ray was so supportive towards Leona! So lovely!!❤️

The poor boy never had a chance :-)

I love Ray! He is so sweet and has an amaing voice. They both are amazing. I wish Ray the best! :)

i love the actitude the guy had

Ray was a pure gentleman. X

Leona is my Lady of Songs, but I have to say, Ray was as such a gentleman.

Leona Lewis I like this songs

Hola Leona Lwis : ¡ Que voz tan preciosa te ha dado DIOS ! seguro que iras al cielo , con todo lo que tu cantes , eres muy grande y muy guapa , nos haces un regalo tan grande a todos-as los que escuchamos tu voz que nos haces temblar. pidele a DIOS que te proteja en todo lo que hagas y veras como te lo concede, porque a mi me ayuda mucho en todo I LOVE YOU.

Absolutely beautiful singer

I remember seeing this final and the result 5 years ago, I really miss that X Factor, I wish it was back

leona is simply amazing and her new song called trouble is brill

you can't fool poeple that"s why she won she is a superstar love her so much

Ray is an absolute gentleman! How gallant!

Leona !! OUTSTANDING.!!

I cry everytime I watch this video.. So beautiful!

2018 and im still watching 😁👏👏

2017!!! Still watching

I think Simon says "I'm going to give you a career" at 2:40.. did anything come of the runner up?

seen this clip loads of times and never noticed but you're right!

she is just amazing. I love her

I keep watching this 20 May 2021

I honestly come back to this just to remember how adorable Ray was when she won.

American Idol intruduced Kelly Clarkson to us and X factor intruduced Leona Lewis to us

Ray Quinn was the epitome of a gentleman here :)

couldn't have happened any other away Leona born for stardom

its gonna make me cry...im so happy nd proud of her

2019 and i’m crying 😭😭😭

I was surprised for the reaction of Ray woow

Leona! ja super, geweldig ik kijk heel vaak naar de x factor van toen

i ♥ leona soooo much

im so glad she won but i miss her singing she should come back

i love how ray reacted when leonas name was called as winner..such a sweet guy

Ahh she totally deserved to win. And bless Ray, such a great sport

yes fantastic leona think shes amazing still do since 2006 now in 2019

When new artists may be wishing they can have more CD versions of their albums than digital. No matter who won, X factor would still earn

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉 Wow it couldn't have been anyone but her

Great! Me too 10 years late!

It was ultimately the right decision!! So so glad she won :)

i love you Leona ;)

we love you leona you are the greatest ever

Ooh my God, The Joy in the Arena ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Leona she sooooo cute

Ray is an amazing person! How i wish it was a tie. The best season ever!!...

This still makes me cry I am such a fangirl lol

Hollyoaks.... I trying to remember where I saw Ray face from... hes a actor

love ray so much. and simon's reaction is so funny

Only one thing to say about Leona Lewis , YOU CANT IMPROVE ON PERFECTION

leona so desurved to win! i ♥ her!

I was 6 years old when this happened.

the most memorable x factor finale ever!

Can we please just go back to this Style of X-Factor!!!

2:53 Simon is like, “let me have a good sniff of your hair.”

I cried so much when she won! :')

What Talent she was a worthy winner.

Katmonkfish, yes it's ten years later, I'm 48 and since that night I have found out I am terminally ill, you never know whats ahead, great nights like Leona's keep my memories alive xxxxx :))

Leona is pure love.