Simon Cowell praises AGT contestant in heartfelt tribute

Darius Campbell Danesh took a huge risk after famously turning down Simon Cowell's record deal - but the Pop Idol star had the last laugh.

Simon Cowell put on a loved-up display with his wife-to-be Lauren Silverman on a British countryside trip with their son Eric and friends – including The X Factor judge’s ex. Terri Seymour, who dated Simon, 62, for six years from 2002 to 2008, shared a series a snaps of Instagram where she could be seen getting along swimmingly with her former flame and his fiancée. Having called things quits nearly 20 years ago, Terri and Simon seem to be on good terms; so much so they’re holidaying together.

cancer diagnosis. The conservationist, aged 70, who appeared in the popular Animal Planet documentary from 1996 to 2014, revealed he is suffering from an "aggressive form of lung cancer. "Simon explained that he underwent chemotherapy last month.

SurreyLive: “I spent the first week in panic mode, not knowing what to do. Then I thought, you can either bend to it or knuckle down and get on with things. “They have given me no idea of the timescale.

America's Got Talent have been witness to some epic moments and incredible wins, but they have also experienced heartbreaking losses.MORE: Simon Cowell reveals bold prediction for Carrie Underwood after phenomenal AGT performanceSimon Cowell, often known for his icy and straightforward demeanor, was recently unexpectedly candid about how much it has affected him to experience the passing of so many of its contestants through the years.Speaking with People Magazine, the star opened up about mourning the death of Nolan Neal, as well as Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Marczewski.WATCH: Simon cries while remembering Nightbirde's auditionMORE: Divisive AGT live performance leaves Simon Cowell speechlessNolan died aged 41 on 18 July, though authorities have not yet determined the cause of death. The Nashville-based musician appeared on Season 15 of America's Got Talent as well as on seasons ten and eleven of The Voice. He had previously revealed during his audition for AGT in 2020 that he was in recovery from addiction, and said he hadn't touched "the hard stuff" in 15 years.Speaking of the tragic passing of several contestants, Simon admitted: "Unfortunately, it happens too much over the years." Nolan was known for his song LostHe added: "I was thinking about this the other day.

America's Got Talent live shows kicked off with a bang on 9 August, with the season 17 acts bringing their best performances to the stage yet.MORE: Divisive AGT live performance leaves Simon Cowell speechlessThe bar was high for Terry Crews' golden buzzer act Avery Dixon, but after the saxophone player gave it everything he had, the judges and audience were left in awe.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoAfter his set that brought the house down, Simon Cowell was left suitably impressed and went on to make a bold prediction for Avery."I want to say something," he started. "I know we say a lot of 'You're going to be a star etc', I promise you, Avery, since we met you, something's changed.MORE: Sofia Vergara teases return to AGT after absence from judge cuts"I'm going to predict something," he added, then taking fans down memory lane by revisiting his first taste of Stateside fame with American Idol."I said this about Carrie Underwood years and years and years ago on another show, which is…you're going to be a superstar.A post shared by America's Got Talent - AGT (@agt)Avery Dixon's performance blew the judges away"I promise you, Avery.

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Following the recent death of contestant Nolan Neal, judge Simon Cowell is grieving the loss of those gone too soon.«Unfortunately, it happens too much over the years,» Cowell told. «I was thinking about this the other day. People [who] passed too soon.

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Sofia Vergara loves a good throwback post on Instagram, and this week was no different as she shared a photo of herself from her modeling days.MORE: Sofia Vergara wows in incredible bejewelled corsetThe photo, shared to her 26 million followers, shows the America's Got Talent judge posing against a black backdrop in silk green lingerie, sparkly silver heels and a matching bracelet.WATCH: A look back at Sofia Vergara's Rise To FameThe mother-of-one, who is sporting dark locks in the snap, looks as youthful as ever – something her fans also agreed on.MORE: Sofia Vergara's sprawling garden is the perfect place to relaxSEE: Sofia Vergara is an ethereal dream in stunning summer dress"Divine, like always," one wrote, whilst a second added: "My Goodness."A post shared by Sofia Vergara (@sofiavergara)Sofia Vergara looked stunning in green lingerieA third remarked: "Wowie!!!!! Damn Sexy Sofia!!!!"Sofia is no stranger to posing in lingerie on swimwear and often delights followers with stunning photos of herself in barely-there garments.The actress is also a co-founder of indie lingerie brand EBY, alongside Renata Black. According to their official website, Sofia and Renata "make comfortable, body-glorifying seamless underwear for dynamic women".