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'The baby's got Simon's hair,' jokes Amanda as she makes euphoric return to 'Britain's Got Talent'

Amanda Holden beamed with joy as she made her return to Britain's Got Talent at the weekend following the birth of her second daughter Hollie Rose. And if she's feeling the effect of sleepless nights,...

'Who do you think?': Sinitta coy about comparing exes Brad and Simon's charms

Sinitta has been telling fellow I'm A Celebrity campers about her love life - including her relationships with Simon Cowell and Brad Pitt. The So Macho singer, who romanced both men in the Eighties,...

Cheryl and her 'fabulous Geordie accent' receive plaudits on US 'X Factor'

Her American dream came to a swift end when she was fired as a judge on X Factor USA after just three weeks. Yet Cheryl Cole has received a positive response from US TV critics who watched the preview...

Simon keeps fans guessing about engagement as he walks red carpet without Mezhgan

He got a kiss from Paula Abdul and a warm greeting from Nicole Scherzinger. But the lady the 1,800 screaming fans really wanted to see on Simon Cowell's arm at the premiere of X Factor USA was Mezhgan...

Ashley said to be comforting Cheryl after her 'weirdest few weeks'

Following her US X Factor fiasco, Cheryl Cole has thanked fans for inundating her with messages and presents. Writing on her blog to fans whom she described as "my little soldiers", the pop...

Officially confirmed - Nicole Scherzinger to replace Cheryl as judge on US 'X Factor'

Cheryl Cole: Her time in the 'X Factor' spotlight It's official. After weeks of feverish speculation, it has been confirmed that Nicole Scherzinger will take Cheryl Cole’s place on the US X Factor....

Boyband New Bounce spring into the final of 'Britain's Got Talent'

Junior boyband New Bounce stole the show on the second semi-final of Britain's Got Talent, impressing with their great stage presence and cool moves. Aged between 12 and 16, they wowed the judges...

Manager Will.i.am promises Cheryl will be back 'bigger and stronger'

There has been no word from Cheryl Cole since she was axed from the US X Factor. But her manager, Black Eyed Peas' Will.i.am has spoken out in support of the star, promising she will be coming back "bigger...

Cheryl Cole sits down for discussions with Simon Cowell after US 'X Factor' axe

Cheryl Cole is "in talks" about her future with Simon Cowell after being dropped from the US version of The X Factor, according to Simon's friend Sinitta. On Thursday, it was reported that the...

Upset Dannii quits 'X Factor' after producers 'refuse to move audition dates'

First it was Simon Cowell and then Cheryl Cole. And now Dannii Minogue has announced her departure from the X Factor. The 39-year-old posted a link on her Twitter account at the weekend,...

'We love you Cheryl!': Warm welcome for Britain's sweetheart at 'X Factor' USA

She couldn't have hoped for a better welcome. There were cries of: "We love you Cheryl!" and cheers from the crowd as Cheryl Cole arrived for her first day of her new job.   CLICK ON PHOTOS...

Trouble in paradise for Simon and Mezhgan: Sinitta's tweet alludes to friction on holiday

A romantic vacation in Barbados probably seemed like the perfect way for Simon Cowell and his fiancé Mezhgan Hussainy - finally reunited after some time apart - to smooth over any rough patches...

'X Factor' winner Matt Cardle: 'It hasn't sunk in yet'

After his name was read out at the end of the X Factor grand final, Matt Cardle put his head in his hands and broke down in tears. And less than 12 hours after winning the nationwide star search, the...

Still together: Simon Cowell and fiancée Mezhgan put on show of unity

She's been absent from his side in recent months, and rumours of a split have been rife. But Mezhgan Hussainy and Simon Cowell are still very much an item. Click on photo for gallery That much was...

It's the end of the road for 'X Factor's Storm Lee and Diva Fever

The dream is over for Storm Lee and Diva Fever. On Sunday, both acts were voted off The X Factor in a double elimination. The second week of live shows saw Louis' act Storm, Simon's wildcard group Diva...

Louis Walsh spills the beans on his fellow 'X Factor' judges as he invites us into his fabulous Miami home

The live rounds don’t even kick off until next weekend, but The X Factor’s Louis Walsh already seems to have picked his winner. In an exclusive interview with this week’s HELLO!, the...

Simon Cowell's romance and Cheryl's happiness with Derek - only in HELLO!

As the man behind the X Factor and Britain's Got Talent, not to mention his successful record label, Simon Cowell is a very busy man. But recently, he put work to one side to spend a month-long holiday...

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