Tag Archives: Simon Cowell
Gordon Ramsay Goes Hollywood, Gets Filler Injected Into His Chin
Posted on 27. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
Simon Cowell had a hand in persuading celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay to undergo cosmetic surgery on his chin.
Ramsay owns restaurants in New York and Los Angeles and became famous in America for his four-letter tirades on shows like Hell’s Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares. But the 42-year-old tells London’s Radio Times that he went under the knife to bolster confidence in his looks after Cowell insisted the foul-mouthed cook’s wrinkly Leno chin would hamper his career stateside.
“My mother said they were smile lines. I could deal with that at 21 but not at 42. Simon Cowell suggested that now I’m a success in America, I should do something, so I had a filler put under the deep crevices. It hurt.”
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Don Draper Most Influential Man Of 2009
Posted on 07. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
You don’t have to be real to be influential. AskMen.com has compiled a list of the Top 49 Most Influential Men of 2009 — and Mad Men’s protagonist Don Draper snatched the number one spot.
According to more 500,000 voters on the male-interest website, the fictional character – played by Jon Hamm – is the Most Influential Man of 2009.
“In a turbulent 2009, men are seeking the stability of tradition in the masculine qualities that they imagine their fathers and grandfathers to have had,” says James Bassil, Editor-in-Chief of AskMen.com. “The character of Don Draper brings all these traits together, and in doing so speaks directly to the modern man. He’s a man whose time has come.”
Matthew Weiner, who created the AMC series, is tickled pink by the honor. “It’s interesting how drinking, smoking and carousing wins the race today, no offense to President Obama and Mr. Bolt,”
Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt took second place followed by President Barack Obama. Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and American Idol judge Simon Cowell rounded out the Top Five.
See the entire list of 2009’s Top 49 Most Influential Men at AskMen.com.
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“Idol Gives Back” Charity Special Returns April 21
Posted on 06. Oct, 2009 by CSS.
Idol’s giving back for the third time. After a yearlong hiatus, American Idol is bringing back its Idol Gives Back charitable special on April 21.
The special will benefit Children’s Health Fund, Feeding America, Malaria No More, Save the Children, and the United Nations Foundation. Specials in 2006 & 2007 raised more than $140 million.
The ninth season of American Idol premieres in January with host Ryan Seacrest and judges Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, Ellen DeGeneres, who will replace departing judge Paula Abdul.
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Simon Cowell $100 Million Deal “The X-Factor” America
Posted on 28. Sep, 2009 by CSS.
Simon Cowell is on his way to becoming the highest-paid star on TV.
The American Idol star has signed a deal worth more than $100 million a year to bring X Factor — his A.I.-esque British series — to American TV, London’s The Daily Mirror newspaper reported Sunday.
Cowell will produce, but not appear on, the American version. Recently departed Idol judge Paula Abdul is in the running for the show.
The deal will also extend Cowell’s contract with Idol — which had been due to expire — for another two years.
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Ellen DeGeneres Replacing Paula Abdul: Ellen Degeneres New American Idol Judge
Posted on 10. Sep, 2009 by CSS.
Ellen DeGeneres is about to tickle the funny bone of millions of music lovers — the comedienne will replace “Forever Your Girl” star Paula Abdul as a judge when the 9th season of American Idol kicks off in January 2010.
Ellen says she’s thrilled to take over the seat left vacant after Abdul quit the series in the middle of a salary dispute with producers last month.
The Emmy Award-winning TV talk show host announced the news during a taping of The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Wednesday.
“I have a big announcement to make. No one knows this. I just finally got the OK … just moments ago to announce this to you today…I am going to be the new judge on ‘American Idol,’” Ellen — who will continuing hosting her daytime series — told her audience on a show which will air on Thursday. “I’m not leaving here. Don’t worry about that. I’m going to have a day job and a night job,” she cautioned.
In a statement late Wednesday, Idol creator Simon Fuller confirmed that Ellen will join Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi at the judges table after this season’s auditions. “I could not be more excited to have Ellen join the ‘American Idol’ family. Ellen has been a fan of the show for many years, and her love of music and understanding of the American public will bring a unique human touch to our judging panel. I can’t wait for this next season to begin.”
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Simon Cowell Predicts 'Idol' Winner:
Posted on 12. May, 2009 by CSS.
Simon Cowell was on yesterdays Oprah Winfrey and let’s cut to the chase… Cowell predicts Adam Lambert as the American Idol 8 winner, saying, “I’ll have to put my money on Adam (Lambert).”
Oprah also grilled Simon Cowell on whether he will continue with American Idol or not – he said, “The truth was I did sign a contract and I agreed at the end of that time period, that’s it.”
Oprah believes they’ll pay him “SO much money” to stay on longer, but Cowell replied, “Now, I feel it may be the end. But I’ll keep an open door.”
What is Idol with out Cowell?!?
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Simon Cowell Predicts American Idol Final Two: Adam Lambert & Danny Gokey
Posted on 28. Apr, 2009 by CSS.
With the eighth season of American Idol down to the Top Five: Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Danny Gokey, Kris Allen, Matt Giraud, fanatics are casting their votes on which two singers will go head to head on this year’s live finale, airing Tuesday, May 19.
Outspoken judge Simon Cowell has an idea.
“I would put my money on Adam [Lambert] and Danny[Gokey] … It is going to be Adam and somebody,” Simon revealed at a Monday afternoon press conference for the NBC series, America’s Got Talent, premiering Tuesday, June 24 at 9 PM.
“I would like to see Adam and Danny because I think they are the best two singers, and at the end of the day that is what should happen.”
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Simon Cowell Advices Susan Boyle. "Get Yourself Together"
Posted on 27. Apr, 2009 by CSS.
Britain’s Got Talent judge Simon Cowell has advised burgeoning Scottish star Susan Boyle to “get herself together” if she wants to win this year’s competition.
The biting music critic says he’s fed up with stories about 47-year-old Boyle’s bushy eyebrows and has urged the “Hairy Angel” to concentrate on winning the talent competition rather than on the international media circus surrounding her audition.
“She has got four weeks to prepare for the biggest night of her life, and she has got to sing better than she sang before with all those expectations on her,” Simon told The Telegraph on Friday.
“But it could all go horribly wrong for her because there are so many other distractions,” he added. “Get yourself together sweetheart for the big one – the semi-final. Shut the door, choose the right song and come back as who you are, not who you want to be.”
Sounds like sound advice!
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Susan Boyle Movie In The Works:
Posted on 23. Apr, 2009 by CSS.
Simon Cowell is developing a motion picture Susan Boyle’s stunning rise to fame after her performance of “I Dreamed A Dream” on the third season of Britain’s Got Talent.
The 47-year-old Scottish singer has successfully captured the imagination of millions of fans around the world and the music mogul can hardly wait to start cashing in on her popularity, new reports claim.
A source tells Britain’s Star: “Simon can see the business potential in Susan. He’s not only seeing album deals in the UK and the States but also movie and merchandising.”
“It would follow her dream of getting on the show and then, of course, she would have to win.”
“But he would want the movie to be based around the Britain’s Got Talent brand rather than Susan’s life.”
On Tuesday, Susan admitted that she does need a bit of a makeover where her clothes and looks are concerned.
“I will need to sort out my dress sense and my weight. It wasn’t until I saw myself on TV that I realized how frumpy I was,” she told reporters as she left her small home for a trip to the hairdresser.
“It’s not a big thing – it doesn’t worry me too much – but I will be doing a bit more exercise to help me sort it out. When there is this much attention on you, you have to plan what you wear every day and look your best.”
“I just want to look nice, and smart,” she added
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Posted on 22. Apr, 2009 by CSS.
Britain’s Got Talent star Susan Boyle has entered talks for a possible recording contract with executives at Sony BMG.
The 47-year-old church worker became an instant internet sensation after her audition on the talent series was broadcast on Britain’s ITV1 earlier this month.
The video of Susan performing “I Dreamed A Dream” in hopes of earning a spot on this season’s edition of Britain’s Got Talent is just 18 million views short of replacing “The Evolution of Dance” as the Most Watched YouTube Video Ever.
Susan is discussing album plans with bosses at Sony BMG -including Simon Cowell -The Mirror claims. And the aspiring singer will be signed to the label regardless of where she finishes in the competition.
In fact, Simon is reportedly already putting together a duets album, featuring Susan harmonizing with some of the top names in music, The Chicago Sun-Times claimed in a report on Tuesday. According to The Sun-Times, the acid-tongued music mogul is hoping to pair Susan’s angelic voice with that of portly powerhouse Paul Potts, who sang his way to victory on Season 2 of Britain’s Got Talent, with the help of his trademark operatic vocals.
“I can’t comment on that at the moment. Simon’s a good man. I trust him and I’d be happy to work for him,” Susan told reporters when asked about a possible recording contract. Simon is also downplaying the reports, simply saying, “It’s difficult to say at this stage because I think we’ve got to treat it as it is, which is a competition.”
“There are some acts that you haven’t seen yet, it’s not quite the one horse race you are going to think this is,” he adds.
