Tulisa Contostavlos, once a beloved pop star and judge on The X Factor, has endured a tumultuous journey marked by betrayal, scandal, and a devastating fall from grace. The singer’s life,

which seemed to be on a promising trajectory, took a sharp downturn after she became embroiled in a high-profile scandal that many close to her now describe as a “devastating set-up.”

Friends of Tulisa have revealed to Katie Hind how a series of events, including a shocking betrayal, led to the destruction of her career and personal life. Now, years later, Tulisa is said to have “scores to settle”

as she reflects on the painful chapter of her life and moves toward reclaiming control. Tulisa’s downfall began in 2013, when a secret video surfaced showing her allegedly arranging a drug deal

with an undercover reporter. The scandal rocked her career and reputation, with many in the public turning their backs on her. At the time, Tulisa was at the height of her fame, known for her role

as a judge on The X Factor and for her chart-topping music career. However, the leak of the video marked the beginning of a downward spiral. Friends of the star have since revealed that Tulisa

was targeted in what they describe as a carefully orchestrated set-up by individuals with ulterior motives.

The betrayal of those she trusted left her feeling isolated and devastated, and the fallout from the scandal had lasting repercussions on both her personal and professional life.

The emotional toll of the scandal was profound. Tulisa faced intense media scrutiny, with tabloids constantly picking apart her every move. Despite her best efforts to move on, the damage to her career was irreparable.

“She was a victim of a set-up,” one of her close friends told Katie Hind, explaining that Tulisa was targeted by people who knew how to manipulate the situation for their own gain. “She had no idea what was coming. It was a complete betrayal.”

This sense of betrayal not only affected her public image but also her inner circle, with some relationships strained or broken in the wake of the scandal.

The relentless press attention, combined with the loss of her career and the pressure from those who had turned on her, led Tulisa into a period of deep personal turmoil.

Tulisa’s friends now say that she has emerged from this dark chapter with a new sense of determination. After years of silence and reflection, Tulisa is ready to speak out about what really happened and reclaim her narrative. “She has scores to settle,” one friend explained.

“Tulisa has been through a lot, and she’s ready to put the past behind her. She wants to clear her name and expose the people who wronged her.”

Those close to the star believe that Tulisa is poised for a comeback, no longer the victim of a media circus but a woman with a story to tell.

As she focuses on new projects and rebuilding her life, she is reportedly determined to face her past head-on and take control of her future.

The singer’s journey from scandal to self-empowerment is one that resonates with many who have faced public judgment and personal betrayal.

Tulisa, now older and wiser, has learned from the hardships she endured, and her friends believe that this new phase of her life will see her stronger than ever.

While she may never fully escape the shadow of the scandal, those who know her say that she is now more focused on creating a positive future than reliving the past.

Tulisa’s story is not just one of tragedy, but of resilience and the will to rise again, despite the odds stacked against her.

As Tulisa steps back into the public eye, her friends are confident that she is ready for what lies ahead. With her passion for music and her determination to set the record straight, they believe she is on the brink of a new chapter—one where she can finally move beyond the devastating betrayal that changed her life. The road to redemption may be long, but for Tulisa, the journey has just begun.