When X Factor's Rhydian met Nicole Kidman

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He's not only tipped for X Factor glory but he also found himself on the red carpet with Hollywood star Nicole Kidman.

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Transfixed: X factor Rhydian Roberts checks out Nicole Kidman on the red carpet

Still captivated: Rhydian gazes on while the actress remains oblivious to the effect she is having

The willowy actress was attending last week's premiere of The Golden Compass in a stunning Balenciaga gown whose effect was not lost on the Welsh opera singer.

While the actress wowed the crowds in Leicester Square and towered over her husband Keith Urban, Rhydian stared appreciatively at the actress as if he couldn't believe his luck.

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Nicole has the X-factor: Rhydian can't quite believe his luck

Shameless in his admiration, Rhydian sticks out his tongue as the actress struts her stuff on the red carpet

Yet Kidman remained oblivious to the devastating effect she was having on the so-called 'Welsh Weirdo'.

She chatted and laughed on the red carpet while Rhydian was so captivated that he could hardly take his appreciative eyes off her.

Just a few weeks ago, Rhydian's singing moved sexy X Factor judge Dannii Minogue to tears.

It looks like the Welsh singer's star is on the rise.