One Direction made history from the moment they stepped on to The X Factor stage as a group, grabbing the hearts of the UK public. Since then, they went on to become one of the largest boy bands in the world, but sadly it all came crumbling down soon after heartthrob, Zayn Malik decided to go solo.
In recent years, the boys have had successful solo careers, but let’s take a look back to where it all started with One Direction facts that every Directioner should know…
1. The Boys Got Put Together in 10 Minutes
Simon Cowell revealed that it “took him 10 minutes to put them [One Direction] together as a group.” While the music mogul likes to take credit for 1D’s creation, it was actually guest celebrity judge, Nicole Scherzinger who suggested assembling the boys on the 2010 season of The X Factor. If it weren’t for her, maybe One Direction would have never made it.
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2. Zayn had a Troubled Time at School
He’s dated the hottest girls in the world and he comes across as super confident – you wouldn’t have thought Zayn Malik had a troubled childhood – but he did! During his upbringing, Zayn had a difficult time at school; being the only…
