FORMER X Factor star Chico - who is set to star in a panto at Mary Steven's Hospice in Stourbridge - has appeared in court and pleaded not guilty to drink-driving.
The 54-year-old, whose real name is Yousseph Slimani, is accused of drink-driving in Chase Way, Southgate, on December 13.
Slimani, of north London, is accused of driving a Vauxhall Astra with 40 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, Willesden Magistrates' Court heard today (Tuesday December 30).
The legal limit of alcohol for driving in England is 35 microgrammes per 100 millilitres.
Chico is due to put in a star appearance in Mary Steven's Hospice's upcoming pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in February.
He paid a visit to the hospice in October and is due to perform in the panto as 'King Chico'.
The defendant had consumed cough medicine before he gave the reading, which can impact the accuracy, Sarah King, defending, said.
Slimani pleaded not guilty and was given bail until his trial on April 9.
Mary Stevens Hospice has been contacted for comment.