Cher Lloyd Out Of X Factor - MTV UK

As viewers complain about Christina Aguilera and Rihanna's raunchy routines...

Cher Lloyd fell at the final hurdle when she was eliminated from The X Factor on Saturday's show.

The 17-year-old sang a medley of The Clapping Song and Get Ur Freak On, then duetted with Black Eyed Peas star Will.I.Am on I Gotta Feeling and Where Is The Love.

After it was announced that she had received the least public votes, host Dermot O'Leary said to Cher: "There's been so many tears on this stage, it's good to see you with a smile."

The small-statured singer/rapper thanked all those who had believed in her, and said: "My highlight throughout was standing on stage with Will.I.Am. I can't believe I had the opportunity to do that."

Matt Cardle, who remains the bookies' favourite, described his Unfaithful duet with guest star Rihanna as "hot", adding: "There was fire on there. I want to thank her so much for doing that with me. One of the best moments in my life, definitely."

Rebecca Ferguson performed with Christina Aguilera; the pair teamed up to perform the star's 2003 hit Beautiful, while Robbie Williams joined One Direction to sing his classic track She's The One.

Meanwhile, ITV has received complaints about the raunchy solo performances by Christina and Rihanna.

Aguilera got up close and personal with her scantily-clad female dancers as she performed Express from her new film Burlesque, while Rihanna stripped down to a bikini-style get-up to sing What's My Name.