Dartford man, Stephen Cornwell, makes it through to the next round of The Voice UK

Handsome Stephen Cornwell, 24, from Waltham Road impressed judges on the BBC talent show with his rendition of 5 Seconds of Summer's She's So Perfect on Saturday's show (February 7).

Will.i.am and music legend Sir Tom Jones turned their famous red chairs in a bid to see Mr Cornwell, who previously played football for Queens Park Rangers, take a spot on their teams.

The singer-songwriter chose the former Black Eyed Peas member over Sir Tom.

Stephen Cornwell

Mr Cornwell told News Shopper: "Stepping out on to the stage was the most nerve-wracking thing I have ever done.

"Online fans encouraged me to go on a competition and I'm so glad I did."

The full-time singer, who has amassed almost 2 million followers on YouTube, has thanked those who supported him saying he is 'overwhelmed' by the public's reaction to his performance which left Rita Ora hot and bothered.

Mr Cornwell performs on The Voice UK

The R.I.P singer explained that she didn't turn her chair for Mr Cornwell, who claims to eat 70 eggs a week as part of a strict health regime, as he is 'very handsome' and she 'probably wouldn't get any work done.'

Will.i.am praised his performance before suggesting the pair work out together.

He said: "I didn't press my button, your performance pressed it.

"I can teach him the ropes in the music industry, he can teach me the ropes in the gym."

Stephen jokes around with new mentor Will.i.am

Mr Cornwell says his musical talent comes from his mum, Gillian, who was part of 70s folk bank, Mable Joy.

He added: "I saw her performing and thought I have to have a go at that as well.

"When we are in the studio she will sometimes give me tips too, which is pretty cool."

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