'What do you think?' Simon Cowell breaks silence on surprise proposal to Lauren Silverman

Simon Cowell's brother has revealed his accident, where he broke his back, was the "catalyst" for his engagement to Lauren Silverman. Britain's Got Talent boss Simon, 62, has been in a relationship with socialite Lauren, 44, for 13 years and the pair share seven year old son Eric together. Lauren also has son Adam, 16, from her marriage to Andrew Silverman.

SIMON Cowell is so obsessed with The Greatest Showman he organised a private audience with its leading man Hugh Jackman to talk about it. The music mogul made the confession after American singer Loren Allred, who sang Never Enough in the 2018 musical film, auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent. After realising who she was, Simon told her: “I love the movie.

Simon Cowell and David Walliams looked delighted to be reunited on the red carpet during Britain's Got Talent auditions at the London Palladium on Monday. The music mogul, 62, smiled as the comedian, 50, wrapped his hand around his, while Amanda Holden, 50, gave him a sweet shoulder squeeze while posing for photos.

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Simon Cowell has brought some of the biggest stars to our TV screens and radios throughout the years.The man behind shows including Britain's Got Talent and The X Factor, Simon has introduced audiences around the world to hit artists including Little Mix, One Direction, Susan Boyle and Leona Lewis, plus many others.He is now on the search for the next big act, as auditions for the next series of Britain's Got Talent get underway.However, Simon has become a celebrity in himself, with his memorable TV appearances and blunt criticism of the artists, as well as his many outspoken comments.Along the way he has also made a huge estimated net worth of $600million (£438m), as well as making cameo appearances as himself in TV programmes such as the The Simpsons.However his own personal life has been just as wild as the one we have seen on screen, including making his name working with novelty acts, a rumoured feud with another star and having a string of high profile romances.Long before he became the king of TV talent show competitions, Simon Cowell was the king of the novelty record, signing huge music deals for some of the world's biggest programmes.After working for both EMI and his own label Fanfare Records, he began working in A&R for BMG Records in the ninties, creating records with novelty acts including Big Breakfast puppets Zig and Zag.He also produced records in conjunction with some of the biggest TV programmes including Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and the World Wrestling Federation (now known as World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE).However, he soon turned his talents to recording with musical artists, landing a number one record after working with actors Robson and Jerome on the hit Unchained Melody.From there, he

Simon Cowell was the picture of happiness as he was reunited with his Britain's Got Talent colleagues this weekend. His sighting in the UK comes days after the 62-year-old confirmed his engagement to partner Lauren Silverman.MORE: Simon Cowell breaks his silence after news of his engagement is confirmedIn new pictures shared on fellow BGT judge David Walliams' Instagram page, the music mogul flashed a smile as he posed for photos with David, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and hosts Ant and Dec.WATCH: Simon Cowell enjoys birthday celebrations with son Eric"Reunited.

Simon Cowell, 62, has returned to Britain’s Got Talent to oversee auditions on a brand new series of the hit show. But the TV personality left the audience and fellow judges in shock after failing to recognise the English flag.Simon was reportedly invited by five-year-old Charles to a contest based on their knowledge of flags when filming yesterday.When shown the St George’s Cross, Simon appeared to confidently believe it was another country’s national banner.He said: “Oh, I know that — it’s Switzerland.”Little Britain star and Simon’s fellow judge David Walliams was left astounded by the notorious Mr Nasty’s mistake.He said: “You idiot.

Best Magazine about his brother’s proposal.Tony explained that the injury allowed Simon time and space to think about his future.The author then went on to say how “fond” he was of Lauren because of how caring and supportive she is.He said: “I believe that accident was the catalyst for Simon.

Simon Cowell had once been ambivalent about the idea of settling down into domesticated, married life.TV's notorious Mr Nasty, who is currently overseeing auditions on a brand new series of Britain's Got Talent, had never been married before.In spite of a brief whirlwind engagement to makeup artist Mezhgan Hussainy back in 2010, it seemed he would never tie the knot.However he now has seven-year-old son Eric to consider, and news has broken the doting father is finally due to marry the mother of his child, Lauren Silverman.The ecstatic bride to be broke the news to Simon's brother at 4:30 in the morning.“When I first heard the news... I immediately thought of our mum, Julie," Tony told Best magazine."She would have been overjoyed with the news, and it’s sad to think she is not here to see her son finally tie the knot."She always wanted him to settle down with a family."He added: "I picture her looking down and saying, ‘And about time, Simon!'"Lauren is Jewish, an identity she shares with Simon's father, so there is a link between the two families.She told Tony she received the proposal on a romantic trip to Barbados and he finally popped the question on Christmas Eve, leading her to exclaim: "I am so happy!""To be honest, I’m not surprised by the news," Tony explained.

NEWLY-ENGAGED Simon Cowell smiled for fans as he arrived to film Britain's Got Talent in London today. The 62-year-old was in high spirits as he posed for pictures outside the London Palladium for this year's auditions. Simon opted for a plain black jumper, bootleg jeans and smart shoes.

Simon Cowell formed the company back in 2004, and despite its enormous success over the past two decades, the music mogul is said to want to focus more of his attention on family life.The timing couldn't have been better following the recent news of Simon's engagement to Lauren Silverman during the couple's getaway trip to Barbados last month.The 62-year-old's bike accident in 2020 is also believed to have played a part in his decision to scale down on his business.Various staff members are expected to leave as a production source described it as "the end of an era"."The experience and launchpad Syco gives its employees is completely unique and working alongside Simon is a huge opportunity – he has given so many careers and opportunities to so many people, both off-screen and on-screen," the source told Mail Online."It's not just the UK, but with shows they make all over the world, he indirectly opens the door for so many people."I know Simon is an incredible mentor, and working with him has taken so many people to the very top of the entertainment business all over the world."Though SyCo is downsizing in the coming months, the source insisted that his employees will continue to excel in their careers because working for Simon has made them "the very best in the business".It's further said that his employees won't be struggling to find a new job because of the connections they would have made by working for the father-of-one, who has provided resources for his team that could see them helm a position anywhere in the entertainment industry.The source asserted that working for Simon was unlike working for an ordinary boss because Simon valued everyone working under his company."Simon's a very inspiring and loyal company

Simon Cowell is said to have spent a whopping amount on the engagement ring he presented Lauren Silverman when he popped the question last month.The pair had been holidaying out in Barbados when the music mogul proposed to the American socialite. According to reports, Lauren had already been giving Simon hints about what ring she would want if they were to get married one day. "And Simon, not being stupid, took notice," a source told The Sun."He chose the diamond himself, after getting some professional advice, and went down on one knee whilst on the beach."Both Lauren and Simon have been bombarded with messages of congratulations — they're both super-excited."It was initially claimed that Simon had spent an astounding £2.5 million for the ring, which a source close to the former X Factor judge has since denied. Simon and Lauren have been together since 2013 after the latter ended her 10-year marriage to American businessman Andrew Silverman in July that same year.They went on to welcome their son Eric Cowell in 2014.Express.co.uk has contacted Simon's reps for comment.Earlier this week, Simon and his soon-to-be wife were seen cycling through the streets of sunny Malibu together when a photographer asked the pair to confirm whether they were engaged.Simon cheekily replied: "What do you think?"He thanked the photog who congratulated the doting pair on the exciting news. Elsewhere, Amanda Holden has since reacted to the news of her Britain's Got Talent co-judge looking to tie the knot with his fiancée.Taking to her Heart Breakfast Show on Wednesday, the mother-of-two said she was stunned after receiving a text from Simon announcing his engagement. She recalled: "We all got the text saying, 'It's happening', and we couldn't

SIMON Cowell is letting go of almost his entire staff at his company Syco and  "downsizing" after almost 20 years. The Sun can reveal the music mogul has chosen to consolidate his multi-million pound global empire - which has sold over 250 million records worldwide - to focus on family life.

Simon Cowell, 62, and Lauren Silverman, 44, met in the Caribbean in 2004 when Lauren was still married to her ex-husband, Andrew Silverman.The couple shares one child together Eric, who according to pal Lizzie Cundy, 53, Eric gave Simon a "different outlook on marriage".Simon is set to marry Lauren after popping the question while on holiday in Barbados.Previously the music mogul declared he "didn't believe" in marriage, with his friend Lizzie telling all in a new interview.The showbiz star told OK! magazine that becoming a father to his seven-year-old son changed his views.She said: "Fatherhood has definitely given Simon a different outlook on life and marriage."He used to always be about work, and now his priorities have changed.Lizzie continued: "Eric is Simon’s world and he absolutely adores him.Simon can see what an amazing mum and partner Lauren is."We’re all so happy for them. It’s wonderful for all of the family, and for little Eric, too."I think being married completes the family.

SIMON Cowell splashed out £250,000 on a 15-carat diamond engagement ring for fiancée Lauren Silverman. American socialite Lauren, 44, showed off the giant rock on Wednesday afternoon during a shopping trip near the couple’s home in Malibu, California.

It sounds like there was some trouble in paradise between Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman before he popped the question last month!

SIMON Cowell broke his silence on his engagement to Lauren Silverman after being spotted with his fiancée for the first time since proposing. The Britain's Got Talent, 62, star grinned mischievously outside a Malibu coffee shop after he was asked to confirm the happy news.

Simon Cowell's fiancee Lauren Silverman was spotted sporting her massive new engagement ring after the British TV personality popped the question in secret. The couple got engaged during a trip to Barbados.

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.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman are in it for the long haul! According to the America’s Got Talent judge’s representative who spoke with E! News, Simon popped the question during a romantic walk on the beach on Christmas Eve in Barbados, where they first met. And no surprise here: she said yes!

Amanda Holden gave her thoughts on Simon Cowell’s engagement news to his longtime partner Lauren Silverman, claiming she was given a heads-up beforehand.The 50-year-old took to her Heart FM radio show to reveal that her Britain’s Got Talent boss and co-judge had sent her a text message on Tuesday evening to share the news with friends.Amanda said she was taken aback by the message from Simon, which read: “It’s happening”.She recalled: “Last night we all got the text saying, ‘It’s happening', and we couldn’t believe it.“And I knew it would be in the papers today if we got the text last night.“So I was like ‘oh my goodness!’”Amanda went on to quip that she’s just as surprised by the news as Simon’s soon-to-be wife.Simon and Lauren have been together since 2013, shortly after the latter’s ex-husband Andrew Silverman filed for divorce in July that same year.Amanda continued to stress how her music mogul pal has always said he would never get married.But ever since he settled down with Lauren, Simon appears to have had a change of heart regarding his views on marriage.“Simon said he would never get married, and obviously Lauren has been by his side and you now they’ve been through so much together, and I think she’s the one.“But I don’t know if she ever thought he would put a ring on it!”Before welcoming their son Eric Cowell in 2014, Simon insisted he would never want to have children “because I don’t want a me”, he told Michael Parkinson."I was obnoxious as a child.