Britain's Got Talent judge Simon Cowell has secret nickname fellow judges use

Britain's Got Talent judge and glamorous TV star Amanda Holden is a happily married mum-of-two with her husband Chris Hughes - but many forget she previously tied the knot with Corrie star Les Dennis.The radio presenter got hitched for the first time back in 1995 at the age of just 22, but her marriage to the well-loved television presenter hit the rocks when the star had an affair with Men Behaving Badly's Neil Morrissey, 59.The former couple - who had an 18-year age gap - met while performing in The Sound of Music in 1993 and were married for eight years.Despite their best efforts the infidelity rocked their marriage beyond repair and the two split for good in 2002.Two decades on from their rocky romance, let’s take a look back their trouble marriage and where they are now…Amanda was first married to comedian Les Dennis 27 years ago when the pair tied the knot in 1995 after meeting while performing in The Sound of Music in 1993.Amanda, who was just 22 at the time, wore a satin dress with square neckline for her first wedding.She teamed the gorgeous gown with elegant silk gloves, a delicate pouch bag and a twee veil.She opted for a beehive updo and a tiara.The couple beamed with joy as they came out of their wedding venue and Amanda held a huge display of yellow flowers in her hands.The pair have since split after their eight-year marriage was rocked by infidelity. Despite their rocky romance, the radio presenter said Les was her ‘rock’ during a particularly testing time after their split.Speaking about her admiration for her ex, she told the Daily Mail: “Les proved to be my saviour.

Britain’s Got Talent will tonight (April 30) show an explosively terrifying audition where a witch caused utter chaos on stage. Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden were terrified of the act, leaving them both screaming, and Alesha running offset.

Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden reportedly stormed off Britain's Got Talent after being terrified by a "horrible" audition. BGT judge Alesha, 43, and Amanda, 51, are said to have left the stage after being covered in cockroaches, in scenes which are set to air this weekend.

Britain's Got Talent has been entertaining the nation since it first burst onto our screens in June 2007.Showcasing an array of talented musicians, comedians, dance acts and several more, the show has proven to be popular weekend entertainment amongst Brits, as the auditionees continue to wow audiences until the nail-biting final.Following the success of America's Got Talent which premiered the year before, BGT has gone on to create household names such as Diversity's frontman Ashely Banjo, singer Susan Boyle and dancer George Sampson.But despite the programme's ever-growing success, many viewers are completely unaware of the changes that have been made along the way with the presenters and the original judges.However, what may come as more of a surprise is the fact that Paul O'Grady was originally scheduled to host the entire show.With broadcaster bust-ups and last-minute changes at the time, Daily Star has taken a look at what happened to the original format.Britain's Got Talent producers clearly had a very different agenda when they were first presented with the idea of the new show by Simon Cowell in 2005.X Factor judge Simon wanted to make sure the programme followed a similar format to the British talent show Opportunity Knocks which aired during the 1950s.However, ITV producers feared the talent show wouldn't work unless comedian Paul O'Grady fronted it.But Paul wasn't the only major change that was later introduced to the show. A few years back, audiences became familiar with original BGT judges Amanda Holden, Piers Morgan and Simon.

MAIA Gough stunned Britain's Got Talent judges when she belted out a Whitney Houston classic at 12 years old. Now the rarely seen former child-star, 20, is working on achieving her dreams and preparing to walk down the aisle.

ALESHA Dixon storms off Britain’s Got Talent this weekend after being covered in cockroaches. A spooky witch act terrifies the popstar and fellow judge Amanda Holden when she thrusts an apple in their face - which then explodes into a cluster of creepy crawlies.

Britain’s Got Talent alongside his best friend Krista Hyatt.While the pair won the hearts of the nation with their dance routine under the moniker of Cheeky Monkeys they didn't manage to win the show but that hasn't held Charlie back.The 23-year-old has now managed to find fame and success in his own right working as a model, influencer and performer.Charlie has travelled the world partying with many famous faces and being paid thousands of pounds to do it.Talking to The Sun about his time on Britain's Got Talent Charlie said: “I have such amazing memories, sometimes it’s crazy to look back at it because it’s wild. The whole country was rooting for us.“I spent a lot of time with Simon Cowell, I love him.

X Factor legend Stevi Ritchie has opened up his show experience and his thoughts toward his old TV mentor.The singer came sixth in the ITV competition back in 2014 and praises Simon Cowell for helping his career.Stevi chatted exclusively to showbiz reporter Carly Hacon during a Daily Star Facebook tell-all about the show and everything he's been up to since.Talking about his thoughts on Simon's lifestyle and transformation eight years on since he was mentored by him, Stevi said: "He's vegan now isn't he, or vegetarian, one of them. It's like bloody hell I think some vegans can't even put their hands up because they're too weak to do it.

HE won the hearts of the nation when he auditioned for Britain's Got Talent in 2012 with a self-penned song about a friend he fancied. Dubliner Ryan O'Shaughnessy was a fresh faced young 19 year-old a decade ago when he made his TV debut on the ITV smash- but he looks very different now.

HE won the heart of the nation when he appeared on Britain’s Got Talent at just eight years old. And even though Charlie Dixon and his best pal Krista Hyatt didn’t win with their cute dance act Cheeky Monkeys, he has gone on find his own success.

Amanda Holden proved she’s just as flexible as ever as she flipped upside down for a sizzling snap. The 51-year-old Britain’s Got Talent judge looked ageless as ever - if a little bizarre - as she performed a handstand against the wall of the Heart FM office.

Geordie Shore star Abbie Holborn has unveiled that her father Craig Holborn had known Simon Cowell "for years" before he had auditioned for Britain's Got Talent. The 24-year-old bombshell, who recently started her own clothing range Festi Girl, explained that the ITV judge and her dad's relationship began "ten years" before he took to the stage.

Countryfile's Helen Skelton 'sees no way back' with husband[LATEST]Game of Thrones’ Rose Leslie refuses to 'nanny' husband Kit Harington[ADMISSION]Amanda Holden, 51, gives an eyeful in tiny dress she flashes legs[PICTURES]A source close to the presenter told The Sun: "James and Jules have had barely any time to see their families in the UK over the past few years due to his work schedule."Their plan is to try to spend more time in the UK once he finishes The Late Late Show next year."Express.co.uk has contacted James Corden's representatives for comment.James currently resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife Julia Carey and their three children, Max, 11, Carey, seven, and Charlotte, four, in a star-studded neighbourhood.He previously lived full-time in London and shared a flat with A-list actor Dominic Cooper who actually introduced him to his wife.James told Deadline it's been a difficult decision to quit CBS after enjoying such huge success."It's been it's a really hard decision to leave because I'm so immensely proud of the show. I'm thrilled to be extending [for a year]."I always thought I'd do it for five years and then leave and then I stayed on.

Amanda Holden made a huge statement as she donned a lime green suit dress for a stroll through London that showed off her seriously tanned legs and age-defying figure.The Britain's Got Talent judge looked dressed to impress as she seemed ready for action in her power outfit, heading to the Global Radio studio. Wearing an neon-green blazer dress that hung loosely around her hips, the 51 year old TV personality was all-smiles as she strolled through the sunshine in nude suede heels. Wearing her sleeves rolled up to reveal gold bracelets and a beaded pearl piece, the star looked incredible in the bold outfit.

Ant McPartlin is seen by a medic after cutting his head on a coconut in an unseen Britain's Got Talent clip shared by the ITV show on Thursday. In the video, it sees Ant, 46, determined to crack open a coconut after an act uses the fruit during their audition on stage to impress judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Simon Cowell and David Walliams.

Amanda Holden made sure all eyes were on her when she stepped out in a daring neon green blazer.The Britain's Got Talent host, 51, is famed for stunning the nation with her glamorous outfits, and it seems she's not giving up on it any time soon.Ageless Amanda was wearing a gorgeous Zara mini dress boasting a double-breasted silhouette.Amanda's killer figure shone through the button-down blazer, which gave way to the TV star's enviable legs.She decided to don nude-colour heels and a range of chic jewelry, from tasteful gold bracelets to the chunky ring on her finger.The bombshell broadcaster took to Instagram on Thursday (April 28) to give fans a peek behind the scenes at the Heart FM studio.She was also snapped on the street outside the studio, where she put on a pair of stylish shades to shield her eyes from the sun.The BGT beauty loves strutting around the office in her various show-stealing outfits, and this week was clearly no exception.She styled her blonde locks in loose tresses that hung on her shoulder.Catching up with her 1.8million followers, Amanda said: "It's not that easy being green." alongside a heart and frog emoji.It was, of course, a playful nod to Kermit the Frog's famous Muppets song given her bright green blazer.Unsurprisingly, Amanda's fans were swooning all over her stunning outfit in the comments section.One gushed: "Wow you always look so unbelievably fabulous."A second wrote: "Gorgeous in green!", whilst a third agreed: "God Amanda you are the hottest"A fourth penned: "Rocking that green look girl".A fifth said: "You make it look easy Amanda.

Britain's Got Talent star Callum Oakley looks unrecognisable 10 years after he impressed the ITV judges with his comedy.The 27-year-old funny man auditioned in the sixth series of the show in 2012 and made it all the way to the semi-finals.Callum, who made his TV debut as a 16-year-old comedian, appeared on the show looking fresh-faced without any facial hair and looking dapper in a chic shirt and blazer.More than a decade later and Callum looks completely different. The BGT star now dons a fair amount of facial hair as recent snaps reveal his chiselled jaw-line and well-groomed appearance.In one recent snap, the comedian is seen looking very dashing as he poses for a selfie alongside the shore while rocking a red beanie and sweet smile.In 2012, the handsome chap took the nation by storm with his hilarious performance filled with witty jokes as he quickly became a favourite.

Holly Willoughby were hashtag twinning today when they turned up to work wearing the same outfit.The TV presenters unintentionally matched in a gorgeous spring maxi dress, which will definitely be sold out already.Amanda, 51, and Holly, 41, were the mirror image of each other in the tulip print gown from Anne Louise Boutique, which Amanda wore for Heart Radio and Holly on This Morning.While they were friendship goals in the matching gowns, the stunning stars still added their own stamp on their looks, with Amanda accessorising with white heels, handbag and black shades.Holly, on the other hand, wore nude heels and kept jewellery to a minimum, adding a pop of colour with a pink lip.The Dancing On Ice presenter shared her outfit on Instagram prior to appearing on TV, and Holly was inundated with compliments from fans on her dress.‘The dress is beautiful Holly and you look so beautiful wearing it,’ one commented.‘Gorgeous dress Holly, it really suits you,’ wrote another.One follower actually noticed that both Holly and Amanda wore the same dress today, commenting on her pic: ‘Dya know @noholdenback had the same dress on today.’It’s been a week of lols for Holly on This Morning, after she took out someone behind the camera with a paper aeroplane.The star faced off with co-host Phillip Schofield at the Red Bull Paper Wings competition during Monday’s episode of the ITV daytime show with Gyles Brandreth overlooking proceedings.The duo were joined by UK champions Billy Smith and Yicheng Sun, with the pair showing the presenters how things were done before Phil and Holly took their turns.‘Here comes Holly Willoughby,’ Gyles cheered, adding that ‘you couldn’t make it up’ when her plane landed on a camera.‘It’s extraordinary, it

Sharon Osbourne has previously spoken out against her former X Factor co-star and fellow judge Simon Cowell after she claimed he let her go because she was “too old”.The 69-year-old left the show in 2019 and spoke about the move on her show The Talk.The presenter, who is married to rock star Ozzy Osbourne, was friends with Simon Cowell for many years before their altercation.Sharon and Simon appeared on The X Factor with fellow long serving judge and music mogul Louis Walsh.The fourth spot on the show was reserved mainly for guest judges, most notably Cheryl Cole and Dannii Minogue.Read on to discover how Sharon and Simon’s friendship hit the rocks after he booted her from the show.Sharon admitted that she was asked to judge The Masked Singer but rejected the offer as she was due to return to the UK version of The X Factor.However, she was unable to fulfil either role after Simon stopped her from coming back to judge the popular singing competition.She spoke about the situation: “I was signed on to do another show at the time. I was signed and I had to go to England, then Simon Cowell changed his mind and thought I was too old.”Sharon claims he said: “She’s old.

Amanda Holden is no stranger to pulling off incredible looks and it seems that her latest one has another celebrity fan who wore it on the same day as her by complete coincidence. The 51 year old stepped out in London after hosting her daily Heart FM radio show sporting a fabulous floral dress by Anne Louise Boutique and it seems that Holly Willoughby is also a keen admirer.

Holly Willoughby and Amanda Holden were caught twinning as the pair rocked up to work wearing the exact same outfit on the same day.Earlier today (April 27), This Morning star Holly got ready for her presenting duties at the ITV studios, London, in a gorgeous cream and indigo floral patterned dress.The 41-year-old teamed the puffy sleeve, spring-inspired maxi dress with a pretty pink lipstick, nude heels and subtle silver jewellery.Meanwhile, Britain's Got Talent judge and Heart FM radio presenter Amanda made her way through Leicester Square in the exact same stunning ensemble.The 51-year-old put on a classy display with white high heels, square sunglasses and a chic matching white box handbag that complemented her look effortlessly.Posting the look to her 7.7million followers on Instagram, Holly penned: "Morning Wednesday… talking to @kristenanniebell and @daxshepard today… see you at 10am on @thismorning … #hwstyle @annelouiseboutique."Unsurprisingly masses of fans flooded the comments section with messages of admiration for the robe.One commented: "Stunning dress Holly.