Simon Cowell cuddles up to fiancee Lauren Silverman as he counts down to wedding after 4st weight loss

Simon Cowell opened up about how his judging style has changed over the years, and he has his son to thank for that.  "I have a son, I have much more empathy for the younger acts," Cowell told Fox News Digital on the red carpet at "America's Got Talent." The 62-year-old reality television personality is engaged to marry Lauren Silverman. Cowell and his socialite fiancée have been dating since 2004 and, in 2014, the two welcomed son Eric, now 8."The truth is you want everyone to succeed.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are set to tie the knot, but the question is just how involved the America's Got Talent judge is with prepping.Cowell spoke with ET's Denny Directo on the red carpet on Tuesday, following the third night of the season 17 qualifying rounds, and he laughingly said, «I am always wedding planning.»Although, when asked if he's truly a «groomzilla» Cowell admitted that he's really «not involved» in the nuances of pulling off the big day, and is instead letting his longtime love have it the way she wants.That being said, there is something Cowell really does want to have at the wedding. «A puppy!» Cowell said, perhaps inspired by an adorable puppy that happened to be on the carpet at the same time.

There’s a brand-new beat on “America’s Got Talent”.

MARK Wright delighted his followers as he stripped down to his pants while changing in the park. The 35-year-old, who has recently been in Australia with wife Michelle Keegan, was getting changed to go for a run when he was caught on camera.

RADIO 1 star Charlie Hedges broke down in tears as she left her baby for the first time. The DJ, who gave birth to a little girl called Summer-Rose earlier this month, treated herself to a massage but struggled being apart from her.

Simon Cowell's America's Got Talent: Extreme has reportedly been axed after a terrifying accident left a contestant in a wheelchair. Stunt star Jonathan Goodwin was left paralysed after an accident while he was rehearsing for the show, which showcased big, dramatic acts.The escapologist, who is engaged to Sherlock star Amanda Abbington, almost died after falling 30 feet between two burning cars.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are set to tie the knot, but the question is just how involved the America's Got Talent judge is with prepping.Cowell spoke with ET's Denny Directo on the red carpet on Tuesday, following the third night of the season 17 qualifying rounds, and he laughingly said, «I am always wedding planning.»Although, when asked if he's truly a «groomzilla» Cowell admitted that he's really «not involved» in the nuances of pulling off the big day, and is instead letting his longtime love have it the way she wants.That being said, there is something Cowell really does want to have at the wedding. «A puppy!» Cowell said, perhaps inspired by an adorable puppy that happened to be on the carpet at the same time.

He's been hard at work judging and executive producing the current season of  America's Got Talent on NBC.But ahead of Tuesday night's taping, the 62-year-old was spotted running a few errands in Los Angeles.Seemingly heading to a meeting, Simon strolled with a brown leather briefcase and two Apple iPads in hand. Out and about: Simon Cowell was spotted running a few errands in Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon`The former American Idol judge showed off his buff bod in a tight charcoal gray T-shirt and a pair of bright white shorts.He completed his casual look with some black lace-up tennis shoes.  Simon sported a bit of facial scruff and his salt-and-pepper hair was worn in a spiky style.He protected his eyes from the harsh Southern California sun with a pair of reflective aviator shades.  Ready to roll: Seemingly heading to a meeting, Simon strolled with a brown leather briefcase and two Apple iPads in handBefore heading into a nearby building, the record executive offered a friendly smirk in the direction of passersby.Simon's hit talent competition series, which he created and launched back in 2006, is currently in its 17th season on NBC.The current judges line-up is made up of Simon, supermodel Heidi Klum, comedian Howie Mandel and Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara.

SIMON Cowell once seemingly owned the format to just about every popular telly show around the world. But over the past 12 months the former Mr Nasty has taken a notable change in direction which has included the closure of his once-great record label SYCO Music. His latest switch-up comes in the form of America’s Got Talent: Extreme, which I understand has been quietly shelved by NBC amid complications with insurance.

American Idol Sanjaya Malakar said he's bisexual, and was not aware of such when he became a national sensation appearing on the talent competition in 2007.Malakar, 32, appearing on the podcast The Adam Sank Show Monday, chat about his time on the show and the years since, as well as his sexuality.'I identify as bisexual,' Malakar told Sank, adding that 'at the time' he was a contestant on the show - when there was speculation over his sexuality - he 'did not know, which was why it was so weird.' The latest: American Idol Sanjaya Malakar, 32, said he's bisexual, and was not aware of such when he became a national sensation appearing on the talent competition in 2007The Seattle native was 17 when he initially tried out for the show in 2006 with his sister Shyamali, and made it into the show's top 10 in an unlikely ascent - as judge Simon Cowell had criticized his vocals as 'utterly horrendous' - but was popular with viewers who continued to vote for him.He was eventually eliminated in the top seven, after performing songs such as Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell's Ain't No Mountain High Enough, No Doubt's Bathwater and Irving Berlin's Cheek to Cheek. Malakar, who currently works as a bartender and pastry chef, said that he was 'raised by women' and eventually got involved with theater.'I had a hard time figuring out how to interact with young boys because my dad's from India and grew up in a temple, so there was never like, "This is how you are a boy,"' he said.

Simon Cowell's already svelte physique continues to shrink further after making long-term changes to his previously unhealthy lifestyle. The X-Factor judge recently shocked fans as he looked "slimmer than ever" in a snap taken on a family holiday.

Gerard Butler has paid tribute to his friend Darius Campbell Danesh, saying he has been left “devastated” by the death of his “brother in arms” last week.

Will Young has paid tribute to his former Pop Idol co-star Darius Campbell Danesh, who died earlier this week. Danesh, who was living in the US, was found dead in his apartment in Rochester, Minnesota on Tuesday (16 August). He was 41.

Darius Campbell Danesh.The pair competed together in the first ever series of Pop Idol broadcast in 2001 on ITV with Will going onto win the entire competition whilst Darius came 3rd in the competition being eliminated in week 8 of the live finals.But after Darius was found to be unresponsive in his Massachusetts apartment and died shortly after, aged just 41-years-old, Will stayed mostly silent on social media in the immediate aftermath of his tragic passing.READ MORE: Pop Idol judge Pete Waterman chokes up over death of friend Darius Campbell Danesh But now, Will has finally opened up on social media with a touching message for his fellow Pop Idol finalist.Sharing a polaroid photo of the pair smiling and laughing from 2001, Will wrote a touching essay for his competitor whom he praised as "courageous and gentle".He wrote: "For the past few days my thoughts have been with Darius's family and will continue to be so. I found this picture a while ago taken during Pop Idol."The Evergreen hitmaker continued: "If there was ever an example of not giving up on your dreams then Darius is top of the pile.

Plastic surgery, fillers and injectables are not just for the women in Hollywood. Joe Jonas recently said men should not be faced with a negative stigma if they decide to have work done.

Simon Cowell has appeared in a new adorable family portrait. The 62-year-old former music mogul is engaged to 45-year-old American socialite Lauren Silverman and they share an eight-year-old son, Eric.

Coldplay took a moment during their latest concert to pay tribute to Darius Campbell Danesh following his death aged 41, with Chris Martin honouring their ‘old friend’.This week, it was confirmed that Campbell Danesh, who finished third on Pop Idol in 2002, had died after being found ‘unresponsive’ at his apartment in Minnesota, US, on August 11.A statement released from the Colourblind musician’s family read: ‘We ask that you kindly respect our wishes for privacy at this time whilst we come to terms with the tragic loss of our son and brother.’Tributes have come pouring in for the late artist, from individuals including media mogul and former Pop Idol judge Simon Cowell, presenters Ant and Dec and Campbell Danesh’s ex-wife, actress Nathasha Henstridge.On Wednesday evening, Coldplay performed the latest leg of their Music of the Spheres world tour at Wembley Stadium, with the tour set to be taking place all the way through to November, with rescheduled dates also added for 2023.Before ending last night’s concert, Chris said: ‘We are going to send love from Wembley out to the world.

Simon Cowell stunned fans after debuting a slimmer than ever figure while on holiday with his fiancée Lauren Silverman, their son Eric Cowell, and Simon's ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour.

Darius Campbell Danesh's ex wife Natasha Henstridge has paid a touching tribute to the star as she broke her silence over his shocking death on Tuesday.The singer, who rose to fame after appearing on Pop Idol in 2001, was found dead aged 41 on 11 August in his US apartment in Rochester, Minnesota. His cause of death is unknown at this time. Darius and Natasha, 48, were married from 2011 until 2018.The Canadian actress said she has “no words” as she penned a loving message in honour of her ex-husband, beside a series of photos of the pair together.

The ex-wife of Darius Campbell-Danesh has shared a heartfelt tribute to the Scots singer following his death aged 41. The former Pop Idol contestant was found dead at his home in Rochester, Minnesota, on August 11, his family confirmed.

Simon Cowell has shared his own tribute following the tragic death of Darius Campbell Danesh. There was an outpouring of shock and sadness on Tuesday (August 16) when the family of the former Pop Idol contestant confirmed his unexpected passing, aged 41.