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Rate Susan Boyle Sounding ''fantastic''

Original at FemaleFirst.co.uk external link    11 hours ago

Simon Cowell said Susan Boyle is sounding "fantastic" on her debut record.The TV mogul has only heard a few tracks from the 'Britain's Got Talent' singer's first album, but said he is more in love with her voice than ever.He said: "I've cut one track with her and she sounds fantastic on record....

Rate Simon Cowell and Terri Seymour at Vanilla Club

Original at Snarky Gossip external link    16 hours ago

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By Jeanne American Idol judge, Simon Cowell, was spotted with his ex-girlfriend, Terri Seymour, as they left the Vanilla club in London, England.  I took a quick glance at the hot spot’s website and it looks like it has a pretty cool lounge (kind of a futuristic feel to it) and a limited menu.

Rate Article: Simon Cowell Shoots Down Report He’s Coming Back To ‘Idol’ For $144 Million

Original at Access Hollywood external link    Tue, Jun 30

Simon Cowell is shooting down a report he has been offered up to $144 million to stay on “American Idol.”

Rate Simon Cowell Offered Over $100 Million a Year to Judge American Idol

Original at Vote for the Worst external link    Tue, Jun 30

By againstallodds Simon Cowell's negotiation tactics for his new contract with American Idol are apparently working. The New York Post reports that Simon is being offered between $100 million and $144 million a year to judge American Idol. Compare that to the measly $34 million he made judging the show last...

Rate Mali Michael McCalla Snubs 'X Factor'

Original at FemaleFirst.co.uk external link    Mon, Jun 29

Simon Cowell is devastated after a former 'X Factor' contestant rejected pleas to audition for this year's show.Mali Michael McCalla appeared on the ITV talent programme last year, but did not make it to the live final after Simon decided he was too young, at 15, to deal with the pressure. Ho...

Rate Randy and Paula React to Michael Jackson’s Death

Original at Snarky Gossip external link    Sun, Jun 28

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By Jeanne The rest of the world has been mourning the loss of Michael Jackson and the American Idol judges are no exception.  I haven’t seen anything about Simon Cowell but I know that Randy Jackson (no relation) and Paula Abdul have voiced their sadness. Post from: Idol Stalker

Past Two Weeks

 

Rate Simon Cowell Looking to Get Even Richer with a US X-Factor

Original at Vote for the Worst external link    Thu, Jun 25

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By thefunnystone Simon Cowell, who is already overpaid, is now going to be ridiculously overpaid. Simon is in talks with Fox to bring shows from his own production company exclusively to Fox, including the British hit show X-Factor. X-Factor was the show that ran in England after Pop Idol (American Idol's p...

Rate 'X Factor' Suicide Threat

Original at FemaleFirst.co.uk external link    Thu, Jun 25

An 'X Factor' reject threatened suicide after failing to make it to the second round of the show.The hysterical woman - who was in her 50s and auditioning for the ITV talent show in London - began screaming and crying when told she was not good enough to proceed by show judges Simon Cowell, Lou...

Rate Simon Cowell To Leave 'X Factor'?

Original at FemaleFirst.co.uk external link    Thu, Jun 25

Simon Cowell may step down from judging 'The X Factor' to concentrate on a new business venture.The lead judge on the TV talent search has announced he is forming a company with Topshop tycoon Sir Philip Green, which they hope will be bigger than US entertainment conglomerate Disney. Frien...

Rate Did Simon Cowell Max Out His Credit Card?

Original at Snarky Gossip external link    Wed, Jun 24

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By Jeanne Have you ever gone out for dinner or done grocery shopping and then faced a horrifying moment when your credit card was declined?  I know that I’ve certainly had that happen but I was surprised to read that American Idol judge, Simon Cowell, recently had a similar experience. While out for d...

Rate Fanfiction: Once Upon a Time

Original at Idolslash external link    Tue, Jun 23

By delilah_joy Here's a link to an article about the actual strip club visit.  Doesn't Ryan look genuine?  :-) http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1192524/XXX-Factor-Simon-Cowell-leaves-Stringfellows-covered-lipstick-shows-US-host-Ryan-Seacrest-party.html

Rate Article: Simon Cowell On Susan Boyle, ‘Britain’s Got Talent’: ‘I’ve Made Mistakes’ 

Original at Access Hollywood external link    Sun, Jun 21

Simon Cowell wants to set the record straight. In a letter to the Daily Mail on Saturday, the “American Idol” and “Britain’s Got Talent” judge weighed in on the controversies the UK show, which gained a worldwide audience via YouTube this year, has inspired.

June of 2009

 

Rate Simon Cowell Offered Susan Boyle A Way Out Of BGT

Original at Unreality TV external link    Tue, Jun 16

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By Lisa McGarry Simon Cowell revealed on GMTV this morning he gave Susan Boyle the option of pulling out of the Britain’s Got Talent final. Simon Cowell also spoke of the tension between the female X Factor judges, Cheryl Cole and Dannii Minogue. He said: On Louis Walsh, Simon said:

Rate Reality victims show and tell

Original at Tonight external link    Thu, Jun 11

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Oneindia Trust me, with Britain's Got Talent and The X Factor, there is only one winner: Simon Cowell," says Steve, who was so bruised by his experience, ... Simon Cowell's Rolls Royce Worth £400kOneindia Britain's Got Talent Shamefully Exploits All Contestants Former ...Softpedia

Rate Piers Morgan's Botox Blast

Original at FemaleFirst.co.uk external link    Wed, Jun 3

Britain's Got Talent's Piers Morgan thinks the other members of the judging panel "should be dead".The former newspaper editor blasted his fellow judges on the TV talent show - Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden - saying their obsession with cosmetic procedure Botox is out of hand.He told Bri...

Year 2009

 

Rate Simon Cowell and Ryan Seacrest Insult Kris Allen on Ryan's Radio Show

Original at Vote for the Worst external link    Fri, May 22

By againstallodds Well, we definitely votes for the right guy. Simon Cowell and Ryan Seacrest had some harsh things to say about Kris Allen on Ryan's morning radio show on KIIS-FM. Simon mention that although Kris won by receiving the most votes, he was not the best singer. Seacrest then compared Kris to Ruben S...

Rate Opinion: On “Idol,” it’s a man’s world this season

Original at blogs.reuters.com external link    Tue, Apr 28

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By Nichola Groom “I have a horrible feeling you could be in trouble tonight,” Cowell said, as his fellow judges vehemently disagreed. The dearth of female contestants also comes as Cowell has complained stridently about Abdul and DioGuardi eating up time when the judges review singers.

Rate Opinion: Idol Headlines for 04/25/09

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Sat, Apr 25

By mj Real Good Pop Singing, American Idol-Style Simon Cowell won’t leave American Idol, according to the show’s former producer Nigel Lythgoe. SIMON COWELL DISHES ABOUT SUSAN BOYLE AND ‘AMERICA’S GOT TALENT’ Broadway World American Idolized St Louis American

Rate Podcast: FOX Los Angeles Post Show - The Top 7 on Disco Nite!Video included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Thu, Apr 16

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By mj Apparently the Kara and Paula really wanted to use the save, Simon Cowell not so much. Bonus: Paula Abdul talks to Ryan Seacrest on his radio show this morning about saving Matt. Plus, she says Simon requested special vanity lighting at the judges table. Heh. Paula Abdul - Ryan Seacrest

Rate Britain’s Got Talent 2009: Susan Boyle Gets American OffersVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at Unreality TV external link    Tue, Apr 14

By Lisa McGarry The amazing Susan Boyle was such a huge hit on Saturday night’s Britain’s Got Talent show that she is said to have offers of work pouring in already. Piers Morgan told the newspaper: “As I watched Susan’s performance back, I texted Simon in Hollywood: ‘My god, she was even better than I remem...

Rate Opinion: Idol Headlines for 04/14/09

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Tue, Apr 14

By mj ‘Idol’ judge Simon Cowell says he isn’t leaving yet USA Today USA Today Quentin Tarantino To Appear On ‘American Idol’ Again Will Adam Lambert Win ‘American Idol’? Should American Idol let the over-30s in? American Idol David Cook To Perform At NYU

Rate Fanfiction: Be Still My Memory - Saula Story TrailerVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at YouTube external link    Sat, Apr 4

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By rss@youtube.com (tennisgirlxoxo) None Author: tennisgirlxoxo Keywords: Simon Cowell Paula Abdul Ryan Seacrest Be Still My Memory Trailer Saula Fanfiction Series Added: April 4, 2009

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Original at YouTube external link    Fri, Mar 20

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By rss@youtube.com (tennisgirlxoxo) Author: tennisgirlxoxo Keywords: Simon Cowell Paula Abdul Saula Set Me Free fanfiction Terri Seymour JT triangle chapters Added: March 20, 2009

Rate Opinion: Idol Headlines for 03/07/09

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Sat, Mar 7

By mj Pop culture sings an ‘American Idol’ tune NORM: ‘Idol’ contestant odds established Judges offer advice to ‘Idol’s’ top 13 Access Hollywood Danny Gokey, Milwaukee Contestant on FOX’s American Idol Season 8 American Idol Star Mandisa Drops 75 Lbs.

Rate Podcast: Wild Card Wrap Up, Plus, Producers Promise More Twists in the Top 13 and a Double Elimination Next Week?

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Fri, Mar 6

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By mj Peeps have been speculating for days about the twist, some think Idol will borrow from Simon Cowell’s UK talent show the X Factor, and have the Bottom 3 sing for their lives, with the judges choosing who gets to stay. As if allowing the judges to pick 4 of the Top 13 isn’t enough, why don’t the pr...

Rate Opinion: Idol Headlines for 02/19/09

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Thu, Feb 19

By mj Hollywood writers’ union pickets “American Idol” “American Idol” Almost Makes Us Feel Bad For Tatiana Idolator ‘American Idol’ Axes Nine Of The Top 36 ‘American Idol’ recap: Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy American Idol Viewers Rate Randy Jackson Number One Among Judges ‘Idol’ worship TV Squad

Rate 'Women don't approach me' complains Simon Cowell as he vows to ...

Original at Daily Mail - UK external link    Wed, Jan 28

 UK - During the segment to promote the upcoming new series of American Idol, Cowell answered fans questions. When one fan named Jamie asked about his dating ...

Rate Fic: Secret (Cook & Cowell)

Original at Idolslash external link    Thu, Dec 25

By Miaka(victims.of.fate@gmail.com) Title: Secret Giftee: unsungunseen Author: is wishing you a merry Christmas and a happy new year Pairing: David Cook/Simon Cowell Rating: R Disclaimer: Real people. Fake story. Summary: Simon’s got a secret. And David knows what it is.

Rate Podcast: Simon Cowell on American Idol Season 8 - “I’m 100% a Guy Will Win this Year”Video included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Mon, Dec 1

By mj Simon Cowell, interviewed by ex-girlfriend and Extra correspondent Terri Seymour, is already predicting the winner of next season’s American Idol. Ugh, Simon tells Ryan Seacrest on his radio show, that he’d love to have Britney on American Idol… Oh, the irony of having a performer lip s...

Rate Opinion: Simon Cowell explains split, gives Terri Seymour almost $10 million in breakup loot

Original at Cele external link    Wed, Nov 5

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By JayBird I would love to break up with Simon Cowell. Even though I can’t stand the man and breaking up with him would also mean I’d have to first date him, I think it’d definitely be worth it. Why? Because of the lovely parting gifts. Cowell recently broke up with longtime girlfriend Terri Seymour and gav...

Rate Opinion: Idol Headlines for 10/17/08

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Fri, Oct 17

By mj American Idol Says Simon Cowell Cruelty Led Her to Depression, Drugs ‘American Idol’: David Cook heading to ‘SNL ‘American Idol’ Alum Nikki McKibbin Says Simon Cowell Drove Her To Drink, Drugs Review: ‘American Idol’ contestant Lewis shines at The Jewish Mother Teen Hollywood

Rate Podcast: Kara DioGuardio Speaks to the Press

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Tue, Aug 26

By mj Kara DioGuardio, newly appointed 4th judge for the upcoming season of American Idol, spoke to reporters in a conference call Monday afternoon. She’s currently on a whirlwind. She found out she got the gig 3 days ago, and before she knew it, she was flying out to New York. She’s yet to have a meet...

Rate Podcast: Kara DioGuardi to be the 4th Judge on American Idol!

Original at mjsbigblog.com external link    Mon, Aug 25

By mj BREAKING! Kara DioGuardi’s interview with Ryan Seacrest HERE. Ryan is broadcasting live from New York City this morning as Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell begin the 3rd round auditions. He’ll be interviewing them today, as well as the NEW 4th judge, Kara DioGuardi.

Rate Britain's Got Talent at Hammersmith Apollo

Original at Times Online external link    Fri, Jun 6

 UK - Simon Cowell and Piers Morgan were also regrettably absent. On television, their loathsomeness contrasts so well with the best of budding British talent. ...

Rate American Idol Winner David Cook Addresses Conspiracy Theories

Original at Reality TV Magazine external link    Sat, May 24

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By Joe Reality ShareThis American Idol just wouldn’t be American Idol without viewers talking about various conspiracy theories. Shocking eliminations, judges giving feedback on songs that haven’t been sung, and surprise winners have helped to fuel the fire of American Idol conspiracy theories. E...

Rate American Idol Final Performances: Simon Cowell Calls A Knockout For David Archuleta

Original at Reality TV Magazine external link    Tue, May 20

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By Joe Reality Ruben Studdard closed the show by singing “Celebrate Me Home.” Was Simon Cowell right? Did David Archuleta knockout David Cook? In addition to Simon Cowell making his opinion known, Randy Jackson also declared David Archuleta as the best singer of season seven. Is there any hope for David...

Rate Opinion: American Idol: Paul Abdul, Oh My God I Thought You Sang Twice

Original at Reality TV Magazine external link    Wed, Apr 30

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By Joe Reality Paula Abdul has been way overdue for some crazy behavior on this season of American Idol.  During American Idol’s Neil Diamond week, Paula Abdul finally delivered, big time.  At the top of the show, Ryan Seacrest announced, “We’re going to do things a little differently tonight.  The conte...

Rate Opinion: American Idol: Carly Smithson Talks About Simon Cowell

Original at Reality TV Magazine external link    Mon, Apr 28

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By Joe Reality American Idol judge Simon Cowell was not always kind to Carly Smithson. Right from her very first season 7 San Diego audition, Simon Cowell challenged the singer. Carly Smithson had previously auditioned during season five, but she had been disqualified due to Visa issues. After Carly san...

Rate FIC: Simon Loves Me (This Week) (Ryan/Simon, PG-13)

Original at Idolslash external link    Sun, Apr 27

By Clio, a vibrating mass of YES! Notes:dana_kujan IM'd me during Tuesday night's ALW show when she saw Carly's t-shirt and said I should write a story with this title. Ryan kissing Simon the next night gave me the idea. Thanks to ali_wildgoose and lillijulianne for giving it the once-over.

Year 2007

 

Rate Podcast: Hex-Factor 17/12/2007Video included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at sentric (WordPress) external link    Thu, Dec 20

By sentric Simon Cowel l is an entrepreneurial genius (with an inexplicably large thanks to Simon Fuller). Fuller originally realised the medium of TV was nowhere near being exploited to its full potential when he guided S Club 7 to superfame so then went on to create Pop Idol making Cowell one of the j...

Rate Tenor's aria melts Cowell - Deseret News

Original at Deseret News external link    Thu, Jun 28

Tenor's aria melts Cowell  UT - Even acerbic "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell melted as Potts sang Puccini's masterpiece from the opera "Turandot," clinching the show's $200000 prize ...

Rate Even Cowell impressed by tenor’s arias - ChronicleHerald.ca

Original at ChronicleHerald.ca external link    Sat, Jun 23

Even Cowell impressed by tenor’s arias  Canada - Jun 23, 2007 Even acerbic American Idol judge Simon Cowell melted as Potts sang Puccini’s masterpiece from the opera Turandot, clinching the show’s prize — worth the ...

Rate Welshman stuns judges with opera performance

Original at AllAboutOpera.com external link    Fri, Jun 22

By AF Even acerbic "American Idol" judge Simon Cowell melted as Potts sang Puccini's masterpiece from the opera "Turandot," clinching the show's prize - worth the equivalent of C$215000 - with a display of pitch and tone most professional ...

Rate Salesman Turns Opera Star In Britain - Guardian Unlimited

Original at The Observer external link    Wed, Jun 20

Salesman Turns Opera Star In Britain Guardian Unlimited, UK - Jun 20, 2007 Even acerbic ``American Idol'' judge Simon Cowell melted as Potts sang Puccini's masterpiece from the opera ``Turandot,'' clinching the show's $200000 prize ...

Rate Opinion: Canadian Idol Vs American Idol- Simon Cowell vs. Zack Werner!

Original at my.opera.com external link    Mon, Jun 18

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By address-withheld@my.opera.com.invalid (Truth Is Pagan Media That Bites) I also noted that the other three Judges, Farley, Jake and Sass have a better communication when it comes to judging talent. They actually, have some good advice for the hopefuls. The advise they give is such a breath of fresh air, in comparison to American Idol judges, Randy and Paula.

Rate A Diamond in the RoughVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at MetaFilter external link    Mon, Jun 18

By ericb Last night mobile phone salesman Paul Potts won Britain's Got Talent. Singing "Nessun dorma," an aria from the final act of Giacomo Puccini's opera Turandot, Potts captured the hearts of millions who have admired his talent for the past 10-days. Here are his three performances: audition...

Rate TV Review: American Idol - Was the Show Off Key on Tuesday Night?

Original at Blogcritics external link    Thu, Apr 19

By Chancelucky The Idol topic of the moment appears to be Simon Cowell’s eye roll after Chris Richardson said that he wanted to dedicate his performance Tuesday night to his many good friends at Virginia Tech. Richardson had just gotten beaten up by the judges for his performance of a song about wanting to...

Rate Podcast: Abdul says Cowell a 'really good friend'

Original at AZ Central.com external link    Wed, Mar 14

NEW YORK Paula Abdul says she and Simon Cowell, who torments her on the set of American Idol, are chummy in real life.

Year 2006

 

Rate Podcast: Top 4 Calorie Saving Ideas. Inspirational Guest Dick Hoyt. Were Dr. Fitness & Simon from American Idol Separated at Birth?

Original at weightlossradio.libsyn.com external link    Tue, Feb 28

The funniest weight loss and fitness radio show on the internet." Please click on the POD button to listen to this weeks Dr. Fitness and the Fat Guy show. Our new and improved podcast is now commercial free. This week Doctor Fitness gives you the skinny on four calorie saving ideas that will keep...

Year 2005

 

Rate Review: Il Divo, or; Simon Cowell Saves Popera!

Original at Blogcritics external link    Wed, May 11

By Steve Huff If "popera," the fusion of pop music imagery, attitude, and marketing with operatic vocalism (even the pop-arranging of opera and classical music) must exist, then thank God Simon Cowell, of American Idol fame, finally stepped into the picture. With his quartet of GQ male opera singers...

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