Oliver Stanley "Olly" Murs is an English singer-songwriter, television presenter and actor. Murs is known for his "cheeky chappy" persona to match Robbie Williams with vocals reminiscent of original Pop Idol Will Young. He rose to fame after finishing as the runner-up in the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009. He has a sound and style that firmly places him within the modern classic pop star galaxy of Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake and Cee-Lo Green. Murs can play both the guitar and piano. Prior to his career in music, Murs played semi-professionally for local football club Witham Town.
Oliver Stanley "Olly" Murs is an English singer-songwriter, television presenter and actor. Murs is known for his "cheeky chappy" persona to match Robbie Williams with vocals reminiscent of original Pop Idol Will Young. He rose to fame after finishing as the runner-up in the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009. He has a sound and style that firmly places him within the modern classic pop star galaxy of Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake and Cee-Lo Green. Murs can play both the guitar and piano. Prior to his career in music, Murs played semi-professionally for local football club Witham Town.
