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Lauren Cowell has joked a funeral could come before a wedding "at the rate we're going". The 48-year-old socialite has been engaged to media mogul Simon Cowell since 2021, and she quipped that despite changing her name to take on her partner's moniker, marriage could still be a way off.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 10

Simon Cowell 'has put his head on the block'

Simon Cowell feels he's risking his reputation with his new Netflix show. The 66-year-old music mogul stars in a new docuseries called Simon Cowell: The Next Act, which explores his efforts to find a new chart-topping boy band, and Simon admits that his reputation is on the line.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 10

Simon Cowell's fiancee Lauren Silverman explains name change

Simon Cowell's fiancee Lauren Silverman changed her name as a birthday gift for him. The couple have been together since 2012, welcoming a son named Eric

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 8

What Happened to Simon Cowell? His 2020 Bike Accident & Health Issues, Explained

Simon Cowell is on the search for the next great boy band in his upcoming Netflix series Simon Cowell: The Next Act. And while this docuseries will mostly focus on his hunt, it will also give viewers a look inside his personal life like never before.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 6

Simon Cowell feels no 'guilt' about Liam Payne's death

Simon Cowell doesn't feel "guilt" about Liam Payne's death. The One Direction star died at the age of 31 last year after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina and Cowell has defended himself against those who criticised his TV talent shows in the wake of the tragedy.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 6

Simon Cowell was a 'different person' as soon as he became a father

Simon Cowell is a lot softer since becoming a father. The 66-year-old star has revealed that he decided to tone down his acerbic TV judging style after welcoming son Eric, 11, with his partner Lauren Silverman.

Entertainment News / Music Times / December 4

Simon Cowell Spills Why He Almost Booted Britney Spears From 'The X Factor'

Simon Cowell is offering a new perspective on Britney Spears' short-lived tenure as a judge on "The X Factor," explaining why he felt the singer should have been given the option to leave early.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 3

Simon Cowell Admits He and Ryan Seacrest ‘Rarely Talk Now’

Simon Cowell and Ryan Seacrest were thrust into the spotlight at the same time when American Idol debuted in 2002 and became a cultural phenomenon. Over

Entertainment News / TV Insider / December 1

‘American Idol’: Simon Cowell Breaks Silence on ‘Nasty’ Comments to Contestants

Simon Cowell has been reflecting on his days as reality television’s “Mr. Nasty,” admitting he’s “not proud” of some of the insulting things he said to American Idol contestants.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 27

Simon Cowell is washing his own blood to battle aging

Simon Cowell says he stays young by washing his own blood to battle the effects of aging. The 66-year-old star - who has 11-year-old son Eric with fiancee Lauren Silverman - has opened up on the unusual practice he has embraced as he tries to look after his body as he gets older.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 26

'I'm not a fan': Simon Cowell says Bob Dylan wouldn't pass an audition on one of his talent shows

Simon Cowell has claimed that Bob Dylan would fail an audition for one of his TV talent shows. The 66-year-old music mogul has confessed that he is "not a fan" of the Blowin' in the Wind artist and doubts that he would have approved of him on a show such as American Idol because of his "unconventional" voice.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 25

Simon Cowell told Liam Payne 'music is not everything'

Simon Cowell encouraged Liam Payne to find a new passion in life before he passed away. The 66-year-old music mogul oversaw Liam's rise to fame as a member of One Direction, and Simon has now shared details of a conversation that he had with the pop star before he died in October 2024, aged 31.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / November 25

Simon Cowell hails 'perfect' American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson

Simon Cowell thinks Kelly Clarkson was the "perfect winner" of American Idol. The 43-year-old pop star won the first season of American Idol back in 2002, and Simon - who served as a judge on the TV show - thinks she was the prefect person to win the inaugural series.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 25

‘America’s Got Talent’: Jessica Sanchez, Simon Cowell & Howie Mandel Speak out on Her Win

If a screenwriter pitched Jessica Sanchez‘s story to a studio, an executive might respond by saying, “Nah! It’s too good to be true.” But the singer, who just won Season 20 of America’s Got Talent, has a success tale that Hollywood dreams are made of.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 24

‘AGT’: What Did Micah Palace Do? Breaking Down Mel B’s Comment & Simon Cowell’s Rebuttal

The Tuesday, September 23, episode of America’s Got Talent was tinged with a bit of controversy after Mel B. made a confusing comment to finalist Micah Palace following his Finals performance.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 23

‘AGT’ Recap: The Top 10 Finalists Hit the Stage for Final Performances of Season 20 (Videos)

America’s Got Talent is wrapping up its milestone 20th season with a two-night finale event. The final 10 contestants took to the stage to prove they have what it takes to win during the first half of the Season 20 finale on Tuesday, September 23.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 11

Why Was Howie Mandel Missing From ‘AGT’ Last Night? His Absence Explained

When America’s Got Talent Season 20’s final Quarterfinals results show aired on Wednesday, September 10, there was one seat noticeably empty at the judges’ table.

Entertainment News / Music Times / August 21

Tom Sandoval Booed by Simon Cowell After Pitchy 'Blinding Lights' Cover on 'AGT'

Tom Sandoval's latest performance on "America's Got Talent" did not go as planned. The "Vanderpump Rules" star and his band, The Most Extras, took the stage Tuesday night (Aug.

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 / Music Times / October 10, 2024

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 / Yardbarker

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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20 reality TV villains viewers love to hate

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.

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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.

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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

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