Happy 3rd birthday, One Direction! Although you only have the age of a toddler, it certainly feels like you've been around longer — especially with two albums, two world tours, eight music videos, an upcoming movie and 68 awards, including three VMAs.
Exactly three years ago, on July 23, 2010, Zayn, Harry, Liam, Louis and Niall were banded together by Simon Cowell on the British version of the "X Factor," and since then, the guys have been singing in harmony and stealing hearts. As the Directioners have been celebrating with their fave memories on Twitter on Tuesday (July 23) in celebration, MTV News has rounded up the most adorable moments from the fivesome.
November 2010 — In the first week of the "X Factor," the guys made a video diary for their growing group of fans. When asked for what they look for in a girl, many of them gave generic answers. Not Louis. He told the world "I like girls who eat carrots." Since then, Directioners have been bringing 1D carrots to every show. Hope you guys like Vitamin C!
February 2012 — It took a bit for One Direction to make it big in America, but once they caught on, they spread like Directioners outside Madison Square Garden. And although it seems like eons ago, "What Makes You Beautiful" kickstarted 1D's quest for fame in the U.S. After that, their first album debuted at #1 on Billboard and another LP followed in November 2012.
April 2012 — Remember when One Direction took over "Saturday Night Live"? Along with their ...
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