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The $5M record deal is part of Amaro’s winning package for taking home the show’s top honor. She will also star in her very own Pepsi commercial.
Despite his disagreements with fellow judge Simon Cowell, Reid says he’s excited to sign Cowell’s mentee (Amaro) to his label. “I joined ‘The X Factor’ to be able to discover undeniable talent such as Melanie,” he said in a press release. “I am pleased that she is now signed to Epic Records because I believe we have only scratched the surface on uncovering her talent.”
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Amaro won comparisons to Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston’s during her run on the show. “This is a dream come true for me,” she said of her new deal.
Watch Amaro’s winning performance was Beyonce’s “Listen” below and find out why she’s worth every penny.