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X Factor star Joe McElderry unrecognisable as he strips shirtless in beach video

X Factor winner Joe McElderry has undergone a dramatic transformation since his time on the ITV show, and he showed off his hunky new look as he stripped off for a 'beach dip'

Teasing fans in the first clip filmed from the car, he gave the camera an impish thumbs-up, confessing: "Oh my God, I look horrific this morning, but... it's sea dip day! Joe said he liked cold water but was hoping for warmer temperatures (Image: @joemcelderryofficial/instagram) Read MoreRelated Articles Simon Cowell names Britain's Got Talent winner just weeks into new series The talented singer, who famously triumphed over Olly Murs on the ITV singing show back in 2009, faced a setback when he parted ways with Simon Cowell's Syco label in 2011.

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