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Carrie Underwood is now a well-known name in the music industry, with more than 100 major awards to her name and a plethora of top country hits. Before her meteoric rise to fame, however, Carrie got her start by auditioning for season four of American Idol in 2005.

Host Kate Thornton chimed in: “I mean, for so many of us because, you know, I got the call to come and do the show, then went on to do the X-Factor and it put my career in a completely different space and place.”During her years in the music business, Nicki became close friends with X Factor star Simon Cowell.Speaking about Simon’s enigmatic off-screen personality, Nicki said he used to like playing a “cat and mouse game” with people.She explained: “He just used to like crush [people] – and it was mainly women, let's be honest.“Most of the women would really give it back and he would love it."It was cat and mouse with him.“I was lucky because we had that reputation together because we'd worked together.”Nicki highlighted: “I knew him, it was done in jest."She also revealed how the TV star was perceived as “really intimidating” by people who had worked with him.Nicki added: “But he loves it.

Lauren Silverman is “constantly concerned” about her fiancé Simon Cowell as negative stories about The X Factor have come to light, a source claims. Simon, 62, was the boss of the hit ITV show that aired from 2004 up until 2019 – creating mega stars such as Leona Lewis, Little Mix and One Direction. But in recent weeks, it has been reported that contestants and judges didn’t receive appropriate care during their time on the series, with a former stylist saying there was a “dark misogyny” on the show.

Dame Joan Collins was the picture of Hollywood glamour on Friday night as she grabbed dinner with herhusband Percy Gibson.The couple, who are 88 and 57 respectively, rolled up to the celeb-friendly restaurant in West Hollywood in a vintage gold car.Being a total gentleman, Gibson helped his wife out of the vehicle and shut the door behind her. Ageless:Dame Joan Collins was the picture of Hollywood glamour on Friday night as she grabbed dinner with her husband Percy GibsonCollins modeled a fitted black blazer with glitzy buttons and a silky top with sparkly jewels situated along the collar.The screen legend completed the chic ensemble with some classic black slacks and a pair of black heels.

Shirley Halperin Executive Editor, Music“Care is a weird word in the music industry,” says Kara DioGuardi, who, in addition to being a Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer, also runs her own music publishing house and record label, Arthouse Entertainment. As a former artist herself, she’s seen the business from all sides, and as an advocate for creators, she’s incensed that streaming giants like Spotify are under-compensating songwriters.

Amanda Holden has joined the outpouring of worldwide support for the Ukrainian people following Russia's invasion of their country.MORE: Amanda Holden reveals major plans for daughter Lexi once she turns 18The Heart FM star shared an incredibly poignant photograph showing an older lady looking understandably upset as she queues for a blanket from aid workers.WATCH: Amanda Holden shares cute clip with her lookalike daughtersShe wrote: "I feel so saddened and powerless about the situation unfolding in Ukraine. It's heartbreaking to see truly innocent lives being lost in a place they saw as safe and their home.READ: Amanda Holden reveals extent of Simon Cowell's injuries after latest accidentMORE: Strictly's Motsi Mabuse inundated with support after heartbreaking message"We can try and help by donating to the 'British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal' where all money raised helps someone affected to get food, medicine, water and shelter.

score a perfect 40. Speaking on ITV Lorraine, the 45-year-old dancer admitted that his job on Strictly 'took over his life' and that he'd never go back.

Amanda Holden was forced to walk off her radio studio set on Pancake Day after a Shrove Tuesday prank. The Heart radio DJ spoke out on Instagram after the prank on March 1. She and Ashley Roberts went head to head in a challenge to mark Shrove Tuesday.

Highwire walker Jade Kindar-Martin brought the heat to “America’s Got Talent: Extreme” with an act “that definitely has never been seen before.”

Simon Cowell really doesn’t like trapeze acts.

Terry Crews hit his Golden Buzzer for Alfredo Silva's Cage Riders on Monday's episode of America's Got Talent: Extreme sending them straight to the finale.Show host Terry, 53, thrilled the group who combined dangerous riding in a spherical cage with motorcycle ramp stunts after judge Simon Cowell, 62, said he couldn't vote.Simon recused himself because he knew Alfredo who previously participated on America's Got Talent as part of knife-throwing act Deadly Games. Extreme acts:Terry Crews hit his Golden Buzzer for Alfredo Silva's Cage Riders on Monday's episode of America's Got Talent: Extreme sending them straight to the finaleTerry then stepped in and said there wasn't a need for a vote.'I wanna tell you this right now, man.

Step inside the showbiz celebration of the year and watch as Dame Joan Collins and Percy Gibson mark their 20th wedding anniversary in style with a spectacular star-studded party at Claridge’s.Two decades after we exclusively covered their nuptials at the same hotel, the iconic actress and her beloved husband took us back to where it all started. Now, we're bringing you an incredible, candid look inside the spectacular evening - including an exclusive look at the heartwarming - and hilarious - speeches.

Martin Compston has said that he's fed up playing roles alongside actors who are much taller than him.

Amanda Holden, 51, presents on Heart Breakfast with Jamie Theakston and Ashley Roberts on weekday mornings.The TV personality regularly takes to Instagram to show off her outfits, with today being no different as she posed in a sultry silky blouse.The Britain's Got Talent judge put on an amazing display as she posed for a catwalk video on her Instagram.In view of her 1.8 million followers, Amanda strutted for the camera in a breezy silky blouse.Amanda posed in the green silk blouse, with the button undone as well as it appearing that the TV personality had gone braless for the day.The blouse featured a frilly lining down the centre and puffy sleeves.Amanda paired the outfit with skin tight leather trousers, showing off the model's petite figure.She also wore skin coloured stiletto heels to finish off the look and heighten the glamour.Amanda went for a smokey eyed makeup look, styling her blonde tresses in a waved look.Taking to her Instagram story, Amanda tagged the minds behind Monday's look - which included "@lkbennettlondon", "@sosandsar", "@stevenmaddenUK" and her stylists "@karl_willett" and "@adelepentland".It comes after Amanda reunited with her celebrity pals which included Britain's Got Talent boss Simon Cowell.They headed out for a Sunday Roast for a chilled time with family, after Amanda's crazy 51st birthday celebrations.She wore skin tight trousers, brown boots, a camel coat and a brown tartan scarf to match.Simon can be seen in navy, along with his arm in plaster following his recent incident.Amanda's dinner guests included Dragons' Den Star Kelly Hoppen as well as Simon Cowell and his fiancée Lauren Silverman.She went out to celebrate her birthday with a wild party including pals Ashley Roberts, presenter

When Dame Joan Collins and husband Percy Gibson invited us to cover their 20th Anniversary Party at London's Claridge's, we were honoured. After all, the Dynasty legend is a bonafide showbiz icon, so we knew any event she was behind would be epic. And we weren't wrong.

Dame Joan Collins has revealed the secrets behind her successful 20-year marriage to hubby Percy Gibson - caviar, jacket potatoes and Gogglebox.The Dynasty icon sat down with OK! after her star-studded 20th wedding anniversary party at Claridge's, where she filled us in on some surprising date night secrets. When asked what the pair do to keep the romance alive, Dame Joan told us: "Our ideal date nights are eating caviar on top of a baked potato in front of the TV, watching Gogglebox!" The actress then put out a call to the C4 show producers by adding: "I’d quite like to be on Gogglebox.

Amanda Holden has spent the whole weekend celebrating her 51st birthday and on Sunday she was joined by good friends Simon Cowell and his fiancée Lauren Silverman.MORE: Simon Cowell's mammoth London home where he's recovering from second bike crashTaking to Instagram, the mother-of-two shared a sneak peek inside the casual celebration, which included a trip to the pub.WATCH: Amanda Holden makes surprising Simon Cowell confession"Full of Sunday roast and apple pie #Sunday #friendship #food," she captioned a picture showing her alongside Lauren and friend Kelly Hoppen, who also joined them. All three women were wearing sunglasses, no doubt enjoying the sun that shined over the weekend.RELATED: Simon Cowell forced to miss Britain's Got Talent after contracting COVID-19READ: Simon Cowell pays tribute to Nightbirde and Jamal Edwards following their sad deathsIn her Stories, Amanda shared a rare photo of Simon, 62, who could be seen smiling at the camera and looking in great shape, despite the big cast on his left arm.

Dame Joan Collins has revealed her close pal, The Duchess of York, gifted her and her husband Percy Gibson a copy of her book at their recent wedding anniversary party, adding that the kind royal has "perfect manners." Speaking exclusively to OK! after their star-studded bash at Claridge's in London, acting legend Dame Joan gushed" "I've known Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, since she was 33. She sent me a copy of her book, in fact, which was great!" The former Dynasty star, 88, added: "She’s wonderful.

It was undoubtedly the showbiz celebration of the year – and OK! was honoured to be invited to join Dame Joan Collins and Percy Gibson as they marked their 20th wedding anniversary with a spectacular star-studded party at Claridge’s.Two decades after we exclusively covered their nuptials at the same hotel, the iconic actress and her beloved husband took us back to where it all started. Now, we're bringing you all the incredible, candid photos from the night, featuring stars such as Simon Cowell, Liz Hurley and Sarah Ferguson, as well as a hilarious, revealing interview with Dame Joan and Percy.

It is the imposing Art Deco hotel that will be seen in the sixth series of Peaky Blinders on the BBC.

renowned architect Quinlan Terry, as well as the Richmond Society, which campaigns to protect and preserve the area’s historic buildings and heritage. Among the reasons for their “strong objections” to the proposals, include the “disfigurement” of the riverside. Scott’s, famed for its oysters, sole and champagne, has been described as the go-to destination for celebrities "who want to be seen".