Updated: 'X Factor' Marcus Collins, Gary Barlow to duet at Royal Albert Hall

Marcus Collins will perform with X Factor mentor Gary Barlow at the Take That star's London gig tonight (December 6), after a throat infection ruled him out of playing yesterday.

Barlow is to play the second of two dates at the Royal Albert Hall. He was joined by Olly Murs, Jason Donovan and Lulu for last night's performance.

X Factor finalist Collins was due for a guest slot alongside Barlow, but had to pull out in order to rest his voice. However, the two will now pair up for tonight's show.



The Liverpudlian will join Amelia Lily and Little Mix in Saturday and Sunday's final. The three remaining acts appeared at BBC studios yesterday morning to speak to Radio 1's Chris Moyles.

Collins was wearing a badge saying "I am on voicerest" at the station to explain his quietness on the show.

He is currently scheduled to play a concert and make public appearances in Liverpool on Wednesday.

New tickets for Gary Barlow's show have just been made available to purchase via the Royal Albert Hall website.

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