And over at the Temple Park Centre, hundreds of fans watched as he did the region proud and won the competition.
Were you pictured on that night to remember?
What do you remember of a very special day in December 2009.
Take a look through our selection and see if you can spot someone you know.
5. They're having a great time
It's X Factor finals night and these fans will never forget the outcome. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
6. They gave X-ellent support
They never stopped believing in Joe. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
7. Civic dignitaries were right behind South Tyneside's superstar
All of South Tyneside got behind Joe in 2009. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
8. Wonderful support for Joe
Do these scenes bring back wonderful memories? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
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