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BBC Virdee star's boyband past and 'wildcard' success on X Factor

Actor Staz Nair is currently starring in the new BBC drama Virdee, but he is also known for his time on The X Factor as part of boyband Times Red more than a decade ago

However, when the murderer abducts a police chief's child, Harry's ethics are tested as he seeks assistance from his brother-in-law Riaz, a drug kingpin. The group appeared on X Factor back in 2012 (Image: Ken McKay/PA Wire)During his stint on the show, 19 year old Staz was part of boyband Times Red, impressing judges Geri Horner, Tulisa Contostavlos, Louis Walsh and Gary Barlow with their rendition of Amy Winehouse's Rehab. The couple, who met in London and now reside near Lisbon, celebrated their union in Sintra, Portugal, last year, surrounded by over 100 guests, as reported by Dream Weddings Europe.

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