"I think it had to end, I don't think that kind of show can exist any more. We're in a different place now," Thirlwall said of the competition. "We wouldn't put someone that's men

Jade Thirlwall opens up about X Factor's impact on mental health, highlighting the lack of contestant support.

Jade Thirlwall is opening up about her grueling experience on X-Factor. In an interview with The Independent published on Saturday, Jan. 4, the Little Mix alum detailed how the singing competition show was detrimental to her mental health — and she wasn't alone in her experience.