Louis Walsh
Louis Walsh is best known as a judge on 'The X Factor' and recently announced his retirement after 13 years.
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August 5, 1952
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Kiltimagh, Ireland
Louis Walsh, an Irish entertainment manager and television personality, rose to fame as a judge on the British music competition show, The X Factor. He served in this role for 13 years, making him the longest-serving judge on the show before retiring in 2018. Walsh is renowned for managing popular pop bands such as Westlife and Boyzone and has made appearances on other shows like Popstars: The Rivals and Ireland’s Got Talent. Among his notable accomplishments are winning the Music Industry Trusts’ Award and being inducted into the Irish Music Industry Hall of Fame.