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AsiaOne
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Simon Cowell says he felt 'kind of lost' following death of parents, Entertainment News
Simon Cowell felt "kind of lost" following the death of his parents. The 65-year-old music mogul — who has 11-year-old son Eric with his fiancee Lauren Silverman — lost his dad in 1999 and then his mother in 2015, and admitted that becoming a father himself has "had a huge impact" because he was able to have that sort of love again. He told People: "[Fatherhood has] had a huge impact on me because I loved my parents so much, and once they left, I was kind of lost for a while, and then Eric kind of saved me. "Because that love comes back a hundred times more powerful. "I mean, it's extraordinary and it never goes. "So I didn't expect that, and when it happened, it was like, 'Wow.' I mean, it's incredible." The Syco founder has helmed the Got Talent franchise since its inception almost 20 years ago, and has even found that his role as a judge on the American iteration of the competition series has "got easier" over time because he is able to incorporate things that his son might like into the show. He said: "[Being a judge on AGT] got easier since I became a dad, because as Eric got a little bit older... I suddenly started to watch acts through his eyes thinking, 'Would he like that?' "Because you want your kids and their friends to love the show. So when he comes down with his friends, they're having the best time. "And that's a great feeling." What's more, the former X Factor judge — who has been responsible for introducing acts such as One Direction, Little Mix and Fifth Harmony to the world — has realised since starting a family that some things in life are "more important" than work. He said: "You realise that there are other things more important actually than your career. "I know it sounds corny, but I mean, it is the truth. If I wasn't where I am in my life today, I think it would feel quite empty." ALSO READ: Ah Niu reminisces about late mum while acting in new CNY movie: 'You only know what you had when you've nothing left'
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Simon Cowell makes heartbreaking admission about the death of his parents
Simon Cowell felt "kind of lost" following the death of his parents. The 65-year-old music mogul - who has 11-year-old son Eric with his fiancée Lauren Silverman - lost his dad in 1999 and then his mother in 2015, and admitted that becoming a father himself has "had a huge impact" because he was able to have that sort of love again. He told PEOPLE: "[Fatherhood has] had a huge impact on me because I loved my parents so much, and once they left, I was kind of lost for a while, and then Eric kind of saved me. "Because that love comes back a hundred times more powerful. "I mean, it's extraordinary and it never goes. "So I didn't expect that, and when it happened, it was like, 'Wow.' I mean, it's incredible." The Syco founder has helmed the 'Got Talent' franchise since its inception almost 20 years ago, and has even found that his role as a judge on the American iteration of the competition series has "got easier" over time because he is able to incorporate things that his son might like into the show. He said: "[Being a judge on AGT] got easier since I became a dad, because as Eric got a little bit older... I suddenly started to watch acts through his eyes thinking, 'Would he like that?' "Because you want your kids and their friends to love the show. So when he comes down with his friends, they're having the best time. "And that's a great feeling." What's more, the former 'X Factor' judge - who has been responsible for introducing acts such as One Direction, Little Mix and Fifth Harmony to the world - has realised since starting a family that some things in life are "more important" than work. He said: "You realize that there are other things more important actually than your career. "I know it sounds corny, but I mean, it is the truth. If I wasn't where I am in my life today, I think it would feel quite empty."
Wales Online
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Unforgettable Britain's Got Talent act diagnosed with autism after show success
Unforgettable Britain's Got Talent act diagnosed with autism after show success The Britain's Got Talent star shot to fame on the talent show in 2012 Jonathan wowed BGT judges with his classical voice (Image: PA ) He was one of Britain's Got Talent's most unforgettable acts, but Jonathan Antoine then stepped back from the spotlight. It was 12 years ago that the then 17-year old wowed the judges with his classical singing prowess. His rendition of The Prayer alongside Charlotte Jaconelli earned him high commendations from the panel, including Simon Cowell, who likened him to the iconic Luciano Pavarotti. Jonathan captivated audiences throughout the series and made it all the way to the finals, only to be bested by the dog act Ashleigh and Pudsey. Despite his extraordinary ability and receiving accolades from Cowell, Jonathan Antoine did not clinch the Britain's Got Talent crown. Antoine told the Mirror US about the sting of not winning: "I remember the feeling of the organs sinking. I didn't cry on stage." Jonathan Antoine and Charlotte Jaconelli on the BGT stage (Image: PA ) Jonathan's heartfelt reaction to the loss highlights just how much he had invested emotionally in the contest. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter Article continues below He said: "You have to then think, with Ashleigh and Pudsey, their mission with animals, they'll probably do more responsible things with that than I ever would. "Wonderful people as well. Just remembering everyone that comes above or below you is made of the same stuff. We're all flesh and blood and electricity coursing through them. That's how you stay not depressed." Although he didn't clinch the top spot, coming second was a pivotal moment for Jonathan and Charlotte, who secured a £1m record deal with Syco. Their album Together hit the shelves in September 2012, followed by Perhaps Love in August 2013; the pair parted ways in February 2014, with Sony Classical extending solo deals to both. Simon Cowell had envisioned a solo path for Jonathan during his time on BGT, which resonated with Jonathan's own ambitions. Jonathan reflected: "Charlotte raised up my confidence to the level I could go on BGT and we made something beautiful. Neither of us had been ensemble artists, we loved solo performances, so it was the natural evolution of the thing. "There's only so much a crossover classical duo can actually do without starting to reinvent the whole thing. At the point I had the necessary confidence and understood myself a bit more I felt it was time to make the leap." Jonathan's solo musical pursuits have been a resounding success, reaching new heights with his debut album 'Tenore' topping the Classical Artist Album chart and embarking on sought-after tours across the UK and the US. He keeps his followers in the loop via Instagram and last year used his platform to share his 2022 autism diagnosis in observance of Autism Awareness Day. Content cannot be displayed without consent Jonathan shared: "I got my diagnosis in 2022, not long after my 27th birthday, and for a short while fell into it like a daydream. The recontextualisation of a life already lived is a scary thing to reckon with, but those things done are already set - there is no going back from here! "I still don't know what exactly I have to contribute to the broader discussion, I'm in the process of finding out what it all means to me in the first place, but perhaps the naiveties of that process are novel enough to write down, so I try regardless." "Much as in our ideological tendencies I would wager that the vast majority of people lie somewhere away from the most extreme ends of a given spectrum, and indeed that those 'ends' really blur together in strange and interesting ways and loop back around through hidden channels -though I only have anecdotal evidence backing my opinion. "I have met many people who are 'normal', but I don't know that I've ever met someone totally 'neurotypical'." He added: "Our inner and outer worlds are so vastly different, and by 'our' here I mean people in general. We cultivate inner spaces that twist our outer material world and then expect that outer world to conform to our personal interpretations of it. The filter of our perception generates necessary atypicalities, divergences from 'base reality'. "We all get our own little 'Matrix' hidden just behind our eyes, and we each see a different tint over the real world. It's good practice to try and imagine just what kind of lens someone else is viewing the world through. Something to bring yourself closer to others, a little way to love yourself." He continued: "So be kind, look a while through someone else's glasses, and revel in how beautifully different we each are to one another. All my love, as sincerely as it could be given." On a more individual level, Jonathan opened up about his health and weight loss journey, confessing: "I've still got a lot to lose but I'm making my way. I feel stronger and healthier than I have in 10 years, which is a lot. This year I've made an active choice. I've felt I've lacked the discipline a lot." Jonathan shared his health struggles, particularly during his time in America, where he found it tough to resist the widespread availability of fast food. He confessed: "When I was out in America it's fast food everywhere. I was in a terrible state in the start of the year and I've been able to claw my way back doing light exercise. "I'm a very big fella so heavy exercise would just tear me up. I'm working my way up, thinking about what I eat because that is important." Article continues below Jonathan has since adopted a new lifestyle, making a conscious effort to walk 10,000 steps every day, even if it means pacing back and forth in one room. This transformation has given him a newfound appreciation for life, as he explained: "For a long time I was just experiencing life, letting life live me, trying to find the next pleasure. Taking control of your own life, seizing your world with your hands, is very gratifying."
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge telly star shares snap of rarely seen son – can you tell who his dad is?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SIMON Cowell stunned fans after sharing a rarely-seen snap of his son to Instagram yesterday. TV star Simon, 65, proudly embraced 11-year-old Eric as they enjoyed an afternoon stroll with German Shepherd, Pebbles, in the sun. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Simon Cowell stunned fans after sharing a rarely-seen snap of his son to Instagram Credit: simoncowell/Instagram The father-son-duo wore matching navy T-shirts, with Simon opting for trousers in a darker shade and sunglasses - while Eric kept cool with shorts. In his caption, the music mogul wrote: "1. Love. 2. Even more love. 3. It was a long walk." Eric was born February 14, 2014 and is Simon's only child with his fiancee Lauren Silverman, 47. Shortly after he was born, The Sun revealed that his godmother is singer Sinitta, who was previously in a relationship with The X Factor creator. Simon previously divulged his plans for Eric to one day take over his business – including becoming a Britain's Got Talent judge. In a 2018 interview, he said he'd been secretly mentoring Eric since he started walking, believing he'll be the only candidate to take over the reins. He told us: 'I look at things through his eyes now. 'I want to spend more time with him. I'm lucky because he likes the shows, so he comes down to them with me. I'm sort of training him up." And, the previous year, he melted hearts, this time on The X Factor. when he helped out his superstar dad. During the episode, he was seen taking some satsumas from his famous father during the Six Chair Challenge. Watch Amanda Holden's daughter Hollie and Simon Cowell's son Eric storm Britain's Got Talent stage Eric also completely stole the show on Britain's Got Talent by making a surprise appearance on the panel. Simon's adorable son was excited about sitting in his seat at the panel and told Amanda Holden that he would be a really good judge. When asked what Simon's job was Eric cutely said: "I am daddy's job now." He also managed to upstage Simon during an interview on Loose Women. The tot was seen gate-crashing the interview when he jumped on to his dad's lap before trying to clip a peg on to his nose. As Simon cried out in pain, Robbie Williams' wife Ayda Field, who was doing the interview, asked the youngster who the best judge on BGT was. Eric said it was his dad Simon, to which the mogul replied: "He has to say that!" Just recently, Simon revealed Eric's secret musical talent. The former Syco boss said: "He's decided that he's going to audition for Britain's Got Talent. That is going to be total torture. "I mean, of all the things I've ever done, this will probably be the hardest. I said, because he does play drums, 'Are you going to drum?' and he said he wants to sing." 5 Simon proudly embraced 11-year-old Eric as they enjoyed an afternoon stroll with German Shepherd, Pebbles Credit: simoncowell/Instagram 5 The father-son-duo wore matching navy T-shirts Credit: simoncowell/Instagram 5 Eric is Simon's only child with his fiancee Lauren Silverman Credit: Rex
The Irish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge telly star shares snap of rarely seen son – can you tell who his dad is?
SIMON Cowell stunned fans after sharing a rarely-seen snap of his son to Instagram yesterday. TV star Simon, 65, proudly embraced 11-year-old 5 Simon Cowell stunned fans after sharing a rarely-seen snap of his son to Instagram Credit: simoncowell/Instagram The father-son-duo wore matching navy T-shirts, with Simon opting for trousers in a darker shade and sunglasses - while Eric kept cool with shorts. In his caption, the music mogul wrote: "1. Love. 2. Even more love. 3. It was a long walk." Eric was born February 14, 2014 and is Simon's only child with his fiancee Shortly after he was born, The Sun revealed that his godmother is singer Sinitta, who was previously in a relationship with The X Factor creator. read more on SIMON Cowell Simon previously divulged his plans for In a 2018 interview, he said he'd been secretly mentoring Eric since he started walking, believing he'll be the only candidate to take over the reins. He told us: 'I look at things through his eyes now. 'I want to spend more time with him. I'm lucky because he likes the shows, so he comes down to them with me. I'm sort of training him up." Most read in Celebrity And, the previous year, he melted hearts, this time on The X Factor. During the episode, he was seen taking some satsumas from his famous father during the Six Chair Challenge. Watch Amanda Holden's daughter Hollie and Simon Cowell's son Eric storm Britain's Got Talent stage Eric also completely stole the show on Britain's Got Talent by Simon's adorable son was excited about sitting in his seat at the panel and told When asked what Simon's job was Eric cutely said: "I am daddy's job now." He also managed to The tot was seen gate-crashing the interview when he jumped on to his dad's lap before trying to clip a peg on to his nose. As Simon cried out in pain, Robbie Williams' wife Ayda Field, who was doing the interview, asked the youngster who the best judge on BGT was. Eric said it was his dad Simon, to which the mogul replied: "He has to say that!" Just recently, Simon revealed The former Syco boss said: "He's decided that he's "I mean, of all the things I've ever done, this will probably be the hardest. I said, because he does play drums, 'Are you going to drum?' and he said he wants to sing." 5 Simon proudly embraced 11-year-old Eric as they enjoyed an afternoon stroll with German Shepherd, Pebbles Credit: simoncowell/Instagram 5 The father-son-duo wore matching navy T-shirts Credit: simoncowell/Instagram 5 Eric is Simon's only child with his fiancee Lauren Silverman Credit: Rex 5 Simon previously divulged his plans for Eric to one day take over his business Credit: Rex Features
