HE is as well known for his ex factor as he is The X Factor. But, at the age of 62, Simon Cowell has popped the question to partner Lauren Silverman — finally closing the door on his famous harem of former flames.
The mogul, who once declared marriage “boring”, quietly proposed to long-term love Lauren — mum to his son Eric, seven — on Christmas Eve, meaning showbiz’s last confirmed (heterosexual) bachelor is officially off the market.
A friend said last night: “No one is more shocked about the change in Simon these past few years than Simon. He’s always been vehemently and vociferously opposed to marriage, believing it an outdated and shackling institution. “But during lockdown with Lauren something shifted.
He is no longer as work-obsessed as he once was and realises now family and health are everything. “Although she has never hogged the limelight, or wanted fame, Lauren knows what she wants — and that’s a commitment to family life. “Not surprisingly, she didn’t appreciate Simon hanging out and holidaying with his harem of exes, particularly Sinitta who was forever lurking in the shadows.
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