Simon Cowell

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Kelly Rowland to replace Britney Spears in 'X Factor USA'

Kelly Rowland and Mexican singing sensation Paulina Rubio will be judging America's best singing talent on the new series of X Factor USA. The glamorous women will join Disney star Demi Lovato and Simon...

HELLO! Online's quotes of the week: soundbites from Helen Mirren, 'The Apprentice' and more

Sharon Osbourne to return to 'X Factor' as a replacement for Tulisa

Simon Cowell wants Cheryl Cole back on US 'X Factor'

Judges pucker up as 'Britain's Got Talent' returns

The all-singing, all-dancing hit TV series Britain's Got Talent is back with a bang. If the judges harboured any bad feelings from the 'judge war' which erupted on the last day of auditions and saw the...

Simon Cowell admits he found Cheryl Cole 'beautiful' during her 'X Factor' stint

X Factor boss Simon Cowell, 53, has admitted he was attracted to Cheryl Cole – his former colleague on the hit talent show. In an interview with Radio Times the music star said, "I mean...

Simon Cowell tells HELLO! about a 'life-changing' experience

Britain's Got Talent judge Simon Cowell showed his softer side when HELLO! caught up with him to chat about his work with Surrey-based charity Shooting Star Chase. "If you want a perspective wake-up...

'Britain's Got Talent' judges reveal their secret skills

The judges of Britain's Got Talent, Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and David Walliams, have revealed some of their own secret talents in photos that show them as they have never been seen before....

Quotes of the week: Soundbites from Simon Cowell and Katie Holmes

They came, they saw — and then they spoke about it. Whether they're chatting in interviews, talking on chatshows or tweeting their quips, the top celebs have their ways of letting the world know...

Simon Cowell hits back at his critics on Twitter

Music mogul Simon Cowell has hit back at critics who claim he's lost his Midas touch. The X Factor boss saw the show suffer from its worst ratings last year, and commented "What I have realised...

Jessie J debuts her newly shaven head

Singer Jessie J went all out for Comic Relief on Friday night by shaving off her striking dark hair and fringe. The Who's Laughing Now singer bravely said goodbye to her locks in contribution to Comic...

Pregnant Lara Stone steals the show at star-studded Comic Relief event

Lara Stone's husband David Walliams might be 'tying the knot' with Simon Cowell on Friday in a special skit for Comic Relief. But she completely stole the show as the trio attended a star-studded theatre...

Simon Cowell prepares to walk down the aisle

Music mogul and eternal bachelor Simon Cowell will finally tie the knot this week in a sketch for Comic Relief's Funny for Money show. The lucky bride will be played by David Walliams, and a host of...

Cheryl Cole reportedly lined up for US 'X Factor' despite ongoing legal battle

Cheryl Cole might be making a move back to the US X Factor. Simon Cowell has reportedly decided to ask the singer to return to the show, offering her a big pay packet to help seal the deal. Simon famously...

Tulisa Contostavlos reportedly sacked from the 'X Factor'

Tulisa Contostavlos is set to leave the X Factor judging panel, according to reports. The 24-year-old, who found fame with urban trio N-Dubz, may be leaving leave the hot seat on the talent show...

Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden show Britain's got even more talent lined up

Britain's Got Talent is back, and on Wednesday the show's formidable creator Simon Cowell stepped out to inaugurate the latest instalment of his popular talent show creation. Joining him at the first...

Simon Cowell dating 'adorable' Carmen Electra

Music mogul Simon Cowell has confirmed he is dating model Carmen Electra. Simon took a break from his often cutting critical comments to praise his new love interest, saying "she's adorable, isn't...

Red hot Britney steals the show in form-fitting bandage dress

Is this Britney’s hottest look? The pop star showed off her curves in a figure-hugging, red bandage dress. The crowds went crazy as Britney unveiled her sexy style at auditions for the...

Britney back to her very best as she starts new chapter as 'X Factor' judge

Britney Spears stepped firmly back into the spotlight this week with her first appearance as an X Factor judge. The 30-year-old looked sensational in a hot pink dress that showed off her curves, her...

Delighted Simon unveils Britney and Demi Lovato as new 'X Factor' USA judges

"Can't believe it's finally happened. Very exciting!" with these words, a delighted Simon Cowell announced his new X Factor USA judges – Britney Spears and Demi Lovato. The music mogul...