Jedward
Jedward | |
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Background information | |
Also known as | John & Edward |
Born | Dublin, Ireland | 16 October 1991
Genres | Pop |
Instrument(s) | Vocals |
Years active | 2009–present |
Labels |
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Members |
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Website | planetjedward |
John and Edward Grimes (born 16 October 1991), collectively known as Jedward, are an Irish singing and television presenting duo. They are
Jedward have released four studio albums: Planet Jedward (2010), Victory (2011), Young Love (2012), and Voice of a Rebel (2019). Their first two albums went double platinum in Ireland.[4][5] They have released several singles, including "Under Pressure (Ice Ice Baby)", "Bad Behaviour", "Lipstick", with which they represented Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2011 in Düsseldorf, and "Waterline", with which they represented Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 in Baku.
Jedward are also known for their television work, including starring in the documentary series
Early and personal life
The twins competed in school talent shows during their school years and were inspired by Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and the Backstreet Boys. They were also members of the Lucan Harriers Athletic Club and Dundrum South Dublin athletics club and have competed in several Irish athletic tournaments.[8]
In addition, they briefly worked as games testers for Xbox 360 format holder Microsoft and support football clubs Newcastle United and Celtic.[9]
Career
2009–2012: The X Factor and Planet Jedward
In 2008, John and Edward formed a duo and the following year they auditioned in
From February until April 2010, they performed on the X Factor Live tour, where they were credited with the boost in demand for tickets, that led to an extension in the tour run.
2011–2012: Victory
On 12 February 2011, Jedward released their third single and Eurovision Song Contest entry "
Jedward's next single "
2012–2013: Young Love
2012 saw Jedward again win the Irish national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, this time with their song "
In June they ran as part of the
The music video for "Happens in the Dark" was premiered on
2014–present: Voice of a Rebel and other projects
In January 2014, the third series of their
Between 2014 and 2018, they released several new self-penned singles and directed the accompanying music videos. The twins appeared on The Ray D'arcy Show in February 2017 and confirmed that they were working on their fourth studio album. They signed to Universal Music Singapore in April 2019, and released their fourth studio album, and first with UMSG, Voice of a Rebel[citation needed] on 20 June 2019 across Asia, followed by the rest of the world on 27 June. The album is available both digitally and on CD (the latter via their official website).[60]
Philanthropy
Jedward are involved with many charity projects, and were one of the highest rated charity ambassadors in Ireland for 2011.[61] Jedward are ambassadors for the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC) and have fronted an ISPCC poster campaign.[62] The proceeds of their Euro 2012 charity single "Put the Green Cape On" also went to the ISPCC. From 2010 to 2013 Jedward performed annually at the ChildLine Concert, which benefits the ISPCC's ChildLine service.[63][64] Also in Ireland, Jedward have been involved with the ISPCA's My Dog Ate It campaign,[65] and promote the Concern Worldwide Fast fundraiser.[66] Jedward have also been involved with Comic Relief,[67] Sport Relief[68] and Children in Need,[69] in the UK, as well as giving their time to visit children in hospitals.[70]
Other ventures
Advertising
Jedward have been involved with many advertising campaigns in the UK and Ireland. In 2009, agreed to be the subject of a Tourism Ireland radio campaign, which made a tongue-in-cheek apology to the UK for Jedward's antics on The X Factor.
Stage
Between 2010 and 2013, Jedward performed in an annual pantomime over the Christmas and New Year period. Based at the Olympia Theatre, Dublin, the pantomimes also starred Linda Martin. John and Edward played themselves and the shows featured Jedward songs. The twins' first show was Cinderella in 2010, where they played the fairy godbrothers.[citation needed] They returned in 2011 with a sell-out season of Jedward and the Beanstalk,[78] and again in 2012 with Jedward and the Magic Lamp.[79] In 2013 their fourth and last pantomime was Jedward in Beauty and the Beast.[80]
Modelling career
Jedward have been signed to Next Models and appeared in fashion magazines i-D, Esquire and Grazia.[citation needed]
Impact
Whilst on The X Factor, Jedward's fans included
Discography
Studio albums
- Planet Jedward (2010)
- Victory (2011)
- Young Love (2012)
- Voice of a Rebel (2019)
Filmography
Year | Title | Role |
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2012 | Keith Lemon: The Film | Themselves |
2015 | Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! | Themselves |
2016 | Sharknado: The 4th Awakens | Astro Techs |
2017 | Sharknado 5: Global Swarming | Mick and Cameron |
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2009 | The X Factor
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Themselves / Contestant | Series 6
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2010 | Jedward: Let Loose | Themselves | Television documentary |
Never Mind the Buzzcocks | Panelists | ||
OMG It's Jedward | Themselves | Television documentary | |
2011 | Anonymous | Themselves | Episode: "Seanie and Edwina" |
Celebrity Big Brother | Themselves / Contestant | Series 8
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Britain's Got Talent | Themselves / Backing Singers | Series 5
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2011 | 8 Out of 10 Cats | Panelists | 2 episodes |
2011–12 | Eurovision Song Contest | Themselves / Contestant | 56th and 57th edition |
2011–13 | OMG! Jedward's Dream Factory | Themselves | Reality television |
2012 | Jedward's Weird Wild World | Themselves | Television documentary |
2012–2014 | Jedward's Big Adventure | Hosts | |
2013 | Dani's Castle | Themselves | Episode: "Bogmoor Rocks" |
2015 | Get Your Act Together | Themselves / Contestant | |
2016 | Livin' with Lucy | Themselves | Series 4 |
2017 | Celebrity Big Brother | Themselves / Contestant | Series 19 Runners-up |
Single AF | Themselves / Contestant | ||
Jedward's Xmas House Party | Hosts | ||
2018 | Celebrity 100% Hotter | Themselves | |
2021 | The Big Deal | Themselves / Judges |
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2009 | Loaded Laftas Awards | Funniest Double Act | Jedward | Nominated | [96] |
2010 | Sony Radio Academy Awards
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Best Promotion | Won | [97] | |
2011 | Loaded Laftas Awards | Funniest TV Personality | Nominated | [98] | |
Marcel Bezençon Award
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Best song | "Lipstick" | Won | [99] | |
2012 | IFTA Awards | Best Children's/Youth Programme | OMG! Jedward's Dream Factory | Nominated | [100] |
Bord Gais Energy Social Media Awards | Best Online Program | Won | [101] | ||
2013 | IFTA Awards | Best Children's/Youth Programme | Nominated | [102] |
See also
- List of The X Factor finalists (UK series 6)
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External links
- Official website
- Jedward's channel on YouTube(JedwardTV - music videos, sketches, interviews etc)
- Jedward's channel on YouTube(JedwardVEVO - music videos)
- Jedward at IMDb