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Mel B is back on America’s Got Talent, but her return has been met with a mixed reaction, with some loving her honesty and others hating the negativity they say she is bringing to the show.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / May 31

Simon Cowell makes heartbreaking admission about the death of his parents

Simon Cowell felt "kind of lost" following the death of his parents. The 65-year-old music mogul - who has 11-year-old son Eric with his fiancée Lauren Silverman - lost his dad in 1999 and then his mother in 2015, and admitted that becoming a father himself has "had a huge impact" because he was able to have that sort of love again.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / May 29

Howie Mandel hails Simon Cowell for 'changing lives'

Howie Mandel believes Simon Cowell is responsible for "changing more lives than any one idea on television". The 69-year-old actor has served as a judge on 'America's Got Talent' since 2010, and Howie is full of admiration for Simon, the show's creator.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 23

‘America’s Got Talent’: Mel B Reveals Why She’s Returning After Simon Cowell ‘Fired’ Her

After a seven-year hiatus, Mel B. is back on America’s Got Talent for Season 20 (she appeared on the Fantasy League spinoff in 2024, but has not been on the main show since Season 13).

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 22

‘America’s Got Talent’ Team Previews Landmark 20th Season — How the Competition Is Still Raising the Bar

When the lights came on for the first-ever season of America’s Got Talent in the summer of 2006, over 12 million viewers were watching. That hugely successful launch — which boasted even better numbers than another talent show featuring Simon Cowell, American Idol — solidified the everyone-is-welcome talent competition as appointment television.

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / May 20

How Has Simon Cowell Made An Important Impact On The Entertainment Industry?

When you think of the music industry, plenty of names come to mind, one of them being Simon Cowell. While we all know and love Simon for being brutally honest with people on TV and crushing their dreams, we also know him as the person who has changed the music industry forever.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 17

‘American Idol’ Finale: Carrie Underwood & Ryan Seacrest on Her Winner Prediction Just Like Simon Cowell’s

On Sunday, May 18, American Idol viewers will crown either John Foster, Breanna Nix, or Jamal Roberts as the show’s newest champion. At the semi-finals, judge and past Idol champion Carrie Underwood, who former judge Simon Cowell predicted would win Season 4, made a bold prediction of her own.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / May 10

Carrie Underwood Reacts to Simon Cowell Calling Her ‘Robotic’ on ‘American Idol’

Simon Cowell was infamously tough as an American Idol judge, but Carrie Underwood agrees with his assessment that her performance of “Bless the Broken

Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / April 21

Simon Cowell Clears Air on ‘Fix’ Allegations In 'Britain’s Got Talent'

Britain’s Got Talent Head Producer and Judge Simon Cowell is facing controversy this Saturday night, April 19, after reports of unfair treatment were coming out about the newest season of the popular series.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / March 30

Five claim Simon Cowell hasn't responded to message about reforming

Simon Cowell has yet to respond after Five reached out to him about reforming. Although the music mogul was responsible for putting the band - comprised of Jason “J” Brown, Abz Love, Ritchie Neville, Sean Conlon and Scott Robinson - together in 1997, they say he doesn't appear to be interested in their reunion.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / February 3

‘America’s Got Talent’ Is Back for Season 20: Premiere Date, Judges & More Details

America’s Got Talent Season 20 is officially a go! NBC has announced that the talent competition show will be coming back for its milestone season in 2025.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 30

Simon Cowell's death vow

Simon Cowell won't make a movie about his life unless he is dying. Although the 65-year-old television personality, entrepreneur, and record executive has lived a remarkable life, he has no intention of bringing his story to the big screen unless he is "terminally ill" as he doesn't want to upset anyone while he is still alive.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 20

Simon Cowell comforted by Liam Payne’s heartbroken parents at singer’s funeral

Simon Cowell was comforted by Liam Payne’s heartbroken parents Geoff and Karen at the late singer’s funeral. ‘The X Factor’ mogul, 65, was among the raft of A-listers at 31-year-old Liam’s final farewell on Wednesday after his balcony fall death in Argentina on 16 October, and he was pictured being hugged by his mother and father.

Entertainment News / Music Times / October 18

Simon Cowell Breaks Silence on Liam Payne's Death After Facing Criticism From Fans

Simon Cowell, who discovered Payne first in 2008 on the talent show X Factor before Payne came back in 2010 to addition again, has spoken out for the first time since the death of Liam Payne.

Entertainment News / Music Times / October 17

Simon Cowell Criticized Over 'Role' in Liam Payne's Struggles In Wake of Tragic Death: 'We All Know the Truth'

Following the shocking news of Liam Payne's unexpected passing, fans have taken to social media to share their thoughts with Simon Cowell. Authorities reported that they were initially called to a Buenos Aires hotel after receiving complaints about an "aggressive man" who appeared to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / October 16

See Liam Payne Singled Out as One Direction’s ‘Leader’ by ‘X Factor’ Judges in 2010

As Simon Cowell and Nicole Scherzinger sifted through the boys' headshots, Payne was a clear "standout"

Entertainment News / Music Times / October 10

Simon Cowell Reveals Singing Voice in Rare Video: Social Media Users React, 'It's a No'

Simon Cowell has been a staple judge on singing and talent search competitions on the small screen for years, but it's only recently that he decided to finally show off his singing chops for fans to hear.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 18

‘AGT’ Finale: See Richard Goodall & Rivals Perform – Who Will Win? (Video)

The America’s Got Talent Season 19 grand final got underway on Tuesday night (September 17) as the ten finalists took to the stage to perform for the penultimate time before next week’s live vote reveal.

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Celebs who won't be passing their wealth on to their progeny

Just because your parents are wealthy doesn't mean you will be These 20 celebs aren't passing their wealth onto their children.

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Reality TV's most cutthroat judges

Some reality TV judges, like Simon Cowell and Donald Trump, can be a little harsh. But sometimes, watchers need them to say what they're already thinking. And luckily for us, these 20 do it without a problem.

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22 reality shows that changed television, for better or worse

The world tends to think that reality television is a newfangled idea that came about at the turn of the century with the likes of Survivor and the Kardashian family. However, what reality shows managed to change the game and television?

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Other things boy band members have done outside of music

Boy bands have long since been a part of modern society, dating back to when hoards of screaming girls became the faces of Beatlemania. With every new year comes a new crop of “it” boy bands, and with that, the guys in these groups have to find other things to not only occupy their time but also earn a buck or two when they aren’t on stage.

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The best reality TV shows about music

Reality TV has given entertainment consumers tons of memorable content over the years, from iconic fights to epic game moves and some of the best spin-offs known to man. But did you know it also produced some of the music industry's best talent?

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The 20 most iconic reality TV villains

In every cast, there's always a villain unafraid to get their hands dirty. Although seen as a bother to their co-stars, they play a critical role in keeping the show's storyline moving along. Flip through the gallery below to look at the most iconic villains in reality TV history.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / July 15, 2021

'Police Academy' actor Michael Winslow floors 'America's Got Talent' judges

Michael Winslow made his name on an uncanny ability to mimic sound effects, as a "voicestrumentalist," but he proved during his America's Got Talent audition that you can't fake heart.

JB Smoove agreed to do Shark Week because he thought he was being offered 'Shark Tank'

The 25 greatest spoof movies of all time

25 films where actors brilliantly played against type

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / May 26, 2021

Simon Cowell reveals Camila Cabello originally wasn't allowed to audition for 'X Factor'

Simon Cowell's cigarette break put Camila Cabello on the map. The legendary American Idol, America's Got Talent and The X Factor judge stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show on Tuesday afternoon and revealed that Cabello almost didn't audition for The X Factor.

Nick Jonas swears he was once chased by a pack of coyotes, but Blake Shelton isn't buying it

Which celebrities have the most loyal fan bases?

20 celebrity pets that will make you say

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / April 13, 2021

Paula Abdul reunites with Randy Jackson on 'American Idol'

Nostalgia alert! Paula Abdul was an American Idol judge for the first nine seasons of the seminal singing competition series, and the 58-year-old reclaimed

Did Blake Shelton hint that his 'The Voice' coaching days are nearing an end?

Looking back at the best and worst novelty rap songs

The essential Carrie Underwood playlist