<p><br /> Simon Cowell has defended controversial X Factor finalist Katie Waissel saying that she is a really nice person.<br /> </p><p><br /> However, he also added that it is Cheryl Cole's responsibility to look after her.<br /> </p><p><br /> Syco boss Cowell said, "We have plenty of singers on this show who are amazing, but backstage they are monsters. I can vouch for Katie that she's a really nice person."<br /> </p><p><br /> When asked about why Waissel was getting such a bad press, he added: "I would say that's Cheryl's responsibility."<br /> </p><p><br /> Waissel won praise from the judges last night after singing the Jungle Book track 'I Wan'na Be Like You (The Monkey Song)' as part of Guilty Pleasures week.<br /> </p><p><br /> Speaking afterwards, she said: "I had a wonderful time on stage tonight. I'm a huge fan of that song and it reminded me of my childhood and old school swing. I was just me and I was just free."<br /> </p><p><br /> The X Factor results show airs tonight at 8pm on ITV1. This week there will be no double eviction for the first time.<br /> </p>
