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The family of America’s Got Talent star Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczweski has released her debut album a year after her death from breast cancer, a very public battle that saw her withdraw from the competition despite strong support.

Reality TV classic The X Factor ran for a staggering 15 series as devoted fans were glued to their screens every Saturday night to watch aspiring popstars sing their hearts out. It produced some massive superstars including Harry Styles, Leona Lewis and Alexandra Burke who all went on to launch successful careers in the public eye, and cemented Simon Cowell as one of the biggest names in the music industry.Thousands of wannabe singers would line up for their shot year after year, but some made more of an impression than others.

Britain's Got Talent is set to return to our screens for a brand new season in 2023 - but the latest instalment has sparked complaints before it's even begun.

From side splitting jokes to his cheeky grin, it's safe to say Michael McIntyre is no stranger to fame. The iconic comedian, 47, has been delighting audiences around the world for 15 years and back in 2012 even earned the title of highest-grossing stand up comedian in the world! Not only has he tickled audiences with his irreverent humour at venues across the globe, the cheeky star has also turned his hand to presenting duties too, with starring roles on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show and most recently game show The Wheel.

Former The X Factor star Diana Vickers has stunned fans online as she revealed her stunning transformation, 15 years after initially starring on the talent show. The 31 year old star was just 17 years old when she starred in the 2008 series of The X Factor and quickly gained the attention of then judges Louis Walsh and Cheryl.The talented singer was even described as a “little hippie” by Louis, and was well known for her quirky, even if understated sense of style.

Not all breakups end with the two exes hating one another, as these very amicable former celeb couples prove.There are plenty of celebs who might not have been able to make it work romantically but have continued to co-parent effectively, work together and - in one case - even continue to get cosy every Christmas with their now adult children. Another made their ex the godfather of their son - now an adult - who they share with a different ex.

Sir Rod Stewart has sold his 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta at auction for over £300,000. The Maggie May singer joined the likes of Simon Cowell and actor Will Ferrell selling their luxury motors at the Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale Auction.

Arriving at the glamorous Together For Short Lives ball, Simon Cowell and his partner Lauren Silverman were determined to make a difference.The doting parents to Eric, nine, are longtime patrons of the charity, which provides vital support to families caring for seriously ill children.The loved-up couple helped organise the OK!-sponsored event that saw celeb pals, including Bruno Tonioli, Christine McGuinness and Peter Andre, raise a magnificent £370,000 over the course of the evening. “Lauren helps pull it all together,” Simon, 63, says proudly of his fiancée, as we catch up after the event. “There’s a lot of logistics involved and she gets involved in all of that and she comes to hospices with me.

The X Factor is set to return for a very special one-off in honour of Red Nose Day.

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Emily Andre was dubbed the “most beautiful woman in the world” by fans as she attended an event arm in arm with her husband, Peter Andre. Emily, who recently celebrated her husband’s 50th birthday with a lavish trip to Dubai, attended the Together for Short Lives ball on Friday alongside Peter, whom she married in 2015.

Eric Cowell, 9, and his step-brother, Adam Silverman, 17, have a close bond.The half-brothers have been spotted holidaying together on several occasions – even wearing matching swim shorts on a family trip to Barbados. If that doesn't say brotherly love, we don't know what does.

Gogglebox favourites Mica Ven and Marcus Luther have given their damning verdict on Love Island's Tanya Manhenga and Shaq Muhammad. Mica and Marcus, who appeared on Gogglebox for five years before quitting in 2022, spoke exclusively to OK! on the red carpet at the Together for Short Lives charity ball hosted by Simon Cowell in London on Friday night. Confessing that she is a big fan of Love Island, Mica said that she would like Jessie Wynter and Will Young to win the series, which is set to end on 13 March.

Is Harry Styles trying to tell Us something? Fans certainly think so after the singer shared a selfie of himself in a One Direction T-shirt. 

Simon Cowell looked unrecognisable as he headed home from the Together For Short Lives Ball in London after hosting the star-studded charity event on Friday night alongside Lauren Silverman. The controversial Britain's Got Talent judge, 63, attended The Together For Short Lives Ball in London with his wife Lauren Silverman, 56, on Friday night, 3 March.

Jennifer Hudson has officially had all three of 's original judging panel on her talk show! On Friday, the singer welcomed Paula Abdul on , several months after appearances by Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell.The 60-year-old told the host that Hudson «didn't need to win» the competition show after she placed seventh in 2004. Hudson went home in a shocking elimination after finding herself in the bottom three with fellow frontrunners LaToya London and eventual winner Fantasia Barrino.«Oh my goodness, I mean, that was a moment,» the choreographer said.

Britney Spears has unloaded the Calabasas, California, property she purchased in June 2022. ET has learned the off-market sale closed with a $10.1 million transaction.The home, initially listed for $12 million after the pop star purchased it for $11.8 million, is an opulent 11,650-sq.-foot home that sits on 1.6 acres.

Simon Cowell is one of the most recognizable talent show judges in the world thanks to his cutting remarks as a judge on shows like America’s Got Talent, American Idol, and The X Factor US.Known for his work in the UK on Britain’s Got Talent, The X Factor and Pop Idol, his blunt and controversial opinions have earned him a place in in TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential People’ list twice, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and an entry in TV Guide’s ‘60 Nastiest Villains of All Time’. Simon Cowell in 2022But how much money has the contentious yet comic personality made over the years? Join HELLO! as we look into the details surrounding Simon Cowell's impressive fortune.According to Celebrity Net Worth, Simon Cowell is worth a staggering $600 million, or around £496 million in British currency.DISCOVER: Simon Cowell talks 'special' tribute to late America's Got Talent contestant NightbirdeWhile much of Simon's wealth comes from his role as a talent show judge, the sometimes brutally honest star also makes his millions from his music label Syco Entertainment which boasts talent such as Camilla Cabello and Olly Murs, and in the past, One Direction. See the behind the scenes moment when The X Factor UK judges decided who would be in One Direction in the video below.WATCH: The moment One Direction was formedWhile Simon's wealth today is certainly something he achieved for himself having worked his way up in the music industry from his first job as a mailroom assistant, his family were affluent enough to send him to an independent school when he was a child.

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Simon Cowell‘s got a very specific reason for why he’d be on board for another run of “The X Factor”, and if Britney Spears would rejoin him in that venture, even better.

Simon Cowell's got a very specific reason for why he'd be on board for another run of, and if Britney Spears would rejoin him in that venture, even better.When ET's Will Marfuggi spoke to Cowell in November at the finale red carpet event in Los Angeles, the famed TV personality explained why singing competitions like, and are absolutely necessary, even in a digital age where anyone can find stardom on platforms like YouTube.In short, there's a ton of undiscovered talent out there, and therein lies the purpose of the singing competitions and the driving point behind Cowell returning to, which is reportedly in talks about a revival on NBC.«When I did, it was with the rationale there has to be a number of people who are brilliant who can't get record deals,» Cowell explained. «Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, it was absolutely worthwhile.

Louis Tomlinson says One Direction’s split left him “mortified”.

Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly were treated to a serious dose of nostalgia on Friday morning as they sat down with one of the first ever Britain’s Got Talent contestants – 17 years after first meeting. Appearing on Heart Breakfast with Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden, the Geordie duo caught up with Connie Talbot, now 22, who had previously met the stars when she was just six years old! The pint sized pop star first auditioned all the way back in 2007 when she managed to win over the hearts of the judges, including Simon Cowell himself, with her performance of Somewhere Over The Rainbow.

Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon, actress Hannah Waddingham and Ukrainian singer Julia Sanina will host the Eurovision Song Contest, it has been announced.The international music show will take place at the M&S Bank Arena Liverpool in May after the city was chosen to host the competition on behalf of 2022 winners Ukraine following the Russian invasion. Broadcaster Zoe Ball, 52, announced the news on her BBC Radio 2 breakfast show on Wednesday.

Viewers were feeling nostalgic as they recognised a contestant on the ITV talent show Starstruck from The X Factor. After watching the final of The Masked Singer, music fans were in for another treat as superfans transformed into their idols to sing their classic songs.

Niall Horan has Katy Perry to thank for the moment that kickstarted his career.

Niall Horan had no idea he was first on the list when it came to “The X Factor U.K.” judges picking pictures of auditionees to form One Direction back in 2010.

EXCLUSIVE: The Masked Singer might just be getting the Coronation Street treatment.

Linda Yaccarino, head of advertising and partnerships at NBCUniversal, has been named group chair of UK management firm YMU.

The America’s Got Talent: All-Stars (also known as AGT: All-Stars) finale is coming!

The future is bright. Amid Paula Abdul‘s new partnership with Psychics1on1, the “Straight Up” singer has opened up about how psychics foretold her American Idol success.

Paddy McGuinness couldn't didn't hold back after leaving a comment on Amanda Holden's saucy Instagram post.

EXCLUSIVE: Fremantle is planning to once again merge Britain’s Got Talent producer Thames with Talkback under a restructure that will be unveiled in the coming months.

Britain's Got Talent auditions took an explosive turn as Simon Cowell was reportedly set on fire by one hopeful contestant.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli has replaced David Walliams on Britain’s Got Talent.

Cheryl has given her thoughts on a potential X Factor reboot and admits the show would need some serious changes to air today.