9 archive photos to show our love for South Tyneside singing star Joe McElderry

He is a South Tyneside favourite and he has just announced his return to pantomime.

Published 18th Feb 2022, 14:11 BST

It gives us a chance to take a look at some of Joe’s finest moments in South Tyneside over the years.

Did you watch at Temple Park as Joe’s triumph on the X Factor was screened?

How about in 2010 when fans got to meet Joe? We have got a reminder of Joe serving ice cream in 2011 and lots more besides.

Join us as we travel back in time to these scenes.

1. Such a great day

These fans were delighted to meet Joe in 2010. Photo: sg

Joe McElderry tries his hand at serving an ice cream in 2011. Photo: sg

Over at the Temple Park Centre, hundreds of fans watched as Joe did the region proud and won the X Factor. Photo: sg

Celebrating Joe's famous win in the X Factor. Are you in the picture in this 2009 photo? Photo: sg