The top thirteen contestants on The X Factor reunite for a special tribute performance of Michael Jackson‘s “You Are Not Alone” dedicated to the victims of the Newtown school shooting during the final performance episode on Wednesday (December 18).
The final three – Carly Rose Sonenclar, Tate Stevens, and Fifth Harmony – were joined by the voted off contestants – Emblem3, CeCe Frey, Diamond White, Paige Thomas, Beatrice Miller, Vino Alan, Arin Rey, Jennel Garcia, Jason Brock, and Lyric145 – for the performance.
Simon Cowell started off the tribute by saying some touching words to the people touched by the tragedy.
‘X Factor’ Tribute for Newtown Shooting Victims
