X Factor Star Leona Lewis Attacked at Piccadilly Book Signing

X-Factor celebrity Leona Lewis was rushed to hospital on Wednesday afternoon after being slapped in the face at her own book signing in Central London.

The crazed ‘fan’ who attacked the singer waited patiently in the queue at Waterstones Piccadilly before launching himself at 24 year old Leona - but only after she had signed his book.

Security staff quickly restrained the thug while police arrived before the star was taken to a Harley Street Medical Clinic.

A spokeswoman said “Leona’s understandably badly shaken and apologises to the fans she was unable to meet and complete signings for.”

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