BUDDING pop star Zoe Birkett is planning to host an event to thank all her North-East fans for supporting her bid for stardom.
The 16-year-old from Darlington was voted out of the ITV Pop Idol competition on Saturday after her two renditions failed to impress the viewers.
But A-level student Zoe is eager to let all her home-grown fans know how grateful she is for their support.
She said: "I don't know when I will be coming home, but when I do I am going to hold something to say thank you to everyone.
"The support I have had from so many people who have never met me is amazing.
"Six months ago, I could never have imagined this would be so big. I have come so much further than I thought - I was just in it for the experience.
"I have had seven chances to showcase my talent on national television which is an amazing experience. I am proud of myself and I think I have shown what I can do."
Following her emotional departure from the competition, Zoe has been relaxing in London with the other competitors who are now all firm friends.
She said: "Straight after the show I just went to bed - it was exhausting.
"I cried when I was announced because I knew it wouldn't be the same again. I have lived with these guys for eight weeks and become really close. It was just the thought of letting all that go."
Zoe is already considering a number of offers for her future career but she has not made any firm decisions yet.
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