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Katie Waissel, a former X Factor contestant, criticized Simon Cowell for his response to Liam Payne's death, accusing him of presenting a distorted view of the show's impact on contestants. Waissel, who sought therapy for PTSD after the show, claimed that The X Factor prioritized profits over the welfare of its young artists. Cowell defended himself, stating that he couldn't be held responsible for Payne's life a decade after launching his career.

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