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In an interview with TV Guide, the former “American Idol” judge wouldn’t come right out and say that she would never return to ‘Idol.’
The handsome, 27-year-old schoolteacher some have called “the next Susan Boyle” had pretty much given up his dreams of stardom — but his students urged him to audition. “ I’m so glad they got me to do it now, I have to say,” he said Thursday.
Hard-to-please Simon Cowell gave it a standing ovation: a rafter-shaking performance by a handsome, 27-year-old schoolteacher named Danyl Johnson on the British talent show "The X Factor." Cowell told Johnson it was "the best first audition I've ever heard."
Paula's particular blend of sympathy and loopiness is irreplaceable, but there are still a number of women who could fill her soundbite quota. Posh Spice would love the job, but what about Lil Kim or Queen Latifah?
With the chemistry of the "American Idol" judges' table dramatically altered, now is as good a time as any for the show's remaining stars to reflect and make some much-needed changes.
The good news: “Britain’s Got Talent” phenom Susan Boyle is said to be recovering well after her post-finale anxiety attack.
According to Susan Boyle, the best act did indeed win "Britain's Got Talent," even though that act wasn't Boyle herself.
Susan Boyle is getting better after an anxiety attack caused by the pressures of her overnight fame and celebrity judge Simon Cowell plans to help her launch a professional career, Cowell's spokesman said Tuesday.
- In a shimmering dress, matched to the tint of her newly styled hair, Susan Boyle brought genuine feeling to her rendition of “Memory,” from the musical “Cats,” on the first live semifinal of “Britain’s Got Talent.”
Police arrested a woman Tuesday night after officers said they saw her try to choke Simon Cowell's ex-girlfriend as she left a taping of "American Idol." "Extra" correspondent Terri Seymour, who dated Cowell for several years, was not injured.
The judges have always held a great deal of power on “American Idol.” A well-placed barb from Simon Cowell can doom a contestant, while praise can thrust another into the spotlight. But Tuesday’s “Idol” saw the newest judge, Kara DioGuardi, put in a position where her words may have decided this season’s winner.
Well-placed sources with ties to “American Idol” are saying that the hype about Kara DioGuardi and Simon Cowell leaving is just that — hype.
Flash back to last season's "American Idol" finale, the duel of the Davids, and Simon Cowell's confident proclamation.
"American Idol" judge Simon Cowell says he thinks Adam Lambert will win this season of the popular Fox singing competition show.
On a night where No Doubt played its anthem to girl power live on stage, ‘American Idol’ said goodbye to the last of its female finalists.
The theme of the week on “American Idol” was Rat Pack standards, with the singers trying to croon their way to the final four. Sadly for the show’s entertainment value, this did not come with the typical Vegas two-drink minimums for the judges and host Ryan Seacrest.
In less than a week, it seems every detail of overnight singing sensation Susan Boyle’s life has been trumpeted by the media with just as much volume as her powerful voice. But there’s one detail she’s not quite willing to part with: her formerly nonexistent love life.
Simon Cowell sneered and the huge audience at the “Britain’s Got Talent” show made the sort of faces associated with a bad smell. The object of their disaffection was contestant No. 43212, a plain, middle-aged woman from Scotland with bushy eyebrows and a dress and hairdo that might have been stylish when Dwight Eisenhower was president.
“American Idol” took on the big screen on Tuesday, under the watchful gaze of Quentin Tarantino. Because nothing says “musical genius” like the director of “Pulp Fiction” and the “Kill Bill” movies.
Simon Cowell wants to look on the bright side concerning his future with "American Idol."
In an April 8 story about the version of a song performed on "American Idol," The Associated Press reported that contestant Adam Lambert sang Gary Jules' arrangement of the Tears for Fears song "Mad World." The story should have made clear that Jules was the vocalist and collaborator on that version of the song, which was arranged by Michael Andrews.
The "American Idol" contestants face judging and criticism every week, with both judges and viewers dissecting everything the contestants wear, sing, and say.
This week's elimination was no surprise on "American Idol," except the manner in which it came.
The judges gave the remaining “American Idol” finalists a lot of rope this week, allowing them to sing any top iTunes download. That freedom proved to be a mixed blessing, as Tuesday brought some brutal song choices and bizarre looks.
For $45 million a year, you'd think Simon Cowell could at least look interested for three hours a week while he judges "American Idol."
LA Times Pop Music Critic: 'Time to take Susan Boyle seriously'Susan Boyle placed her hands on her abdomen as she sang the last note of the song "Wild Horses" Wednesday on the finale of "America's Got Talent," taking the familiar stance of a trained singer, carefully locating her breath.
Woman Goes Under Knife to Win Simon's 'X-Factor' LoveI found this quote from the article just disturbing: According to Lee, Cowell "seemed really shocked" about telling her years ago that: "I just wish I could put your voice in a nother body." She says Cowell now admits "'That's not a nice thing I said.'"
Best Audition Ever: Simon Cowell Raves About 'X-Factor' Newcomer Danyl Johnson: During Saturday night's airing of the British talent competition, "The X Factor," Cowell was already frustrated by the lackluster contestants thus far when a 27-year-old singer named Danyl Johnson took the stage to sing the Beatles' "With a Little Help From My Friends."
Susan Boyle 'changed auditions', says CowellYou are seeing more live auditions in front of an audience now, instead of taped sessions. Simon Cowell says that Susan Boyle changed auditions forever, due to the incredible reaction she received from the live audience.
OMG!! Is this really Susan Boyle? Wow!!The trouble with ordinary heroes is that they don't stay ordinary for very long. And Susan Boyle, who has now received her definitive makeover from Harper's Bazaar in the U.S., seems to have travelled as far from her previously modest life as any of us could have imagined.
Hey, hey, Paula... we see that you want a raise to a reported $20 million because Ryan Seacrest has gotten a raise to $15 million. This major raise talk has started dark rumors that you may not survive the renegotiation of your deal. That leaves 2 questions to be answered:
Susan Boyle Dreamed the Dream, Now Recording Debut AlbumRecording and sounding marvelous. Good for Susan.
Simon Cowell, one of the world's biggest TV stars, has joined forces with Sir Philip Green, the British retail billionaire, to form a global entertainment company that will create and own television content on both sides of the Atlantic.Mr Cowell has been offered an American Idol contract that would make him the best-paid star of TV, with a deal likely to surpass even Oprah Winfrey's estimated earnings, according to a person familiar with the talks.
Britain's Simon Cowell says: I don't always get it right. Sometimes I go too far, I admit it..... Which brings us to Susan Boyle....After eight years of being a judge on talent shows on both sides of the Atlantic, few things surprise me any more.
Susan Boyle : Susan Boyle was not sure of reaching to finalsShe says that her advancement to the finals was in her words "totally unexpected". She seems to have the confidence of a Marilyn Monroe.
Susan Boyle snubs Cowell for U2's financial guru While she will record under Cowell's label, she has brought in Ossie Kilkenny to be her financial manager.
Susan Boyle is all smiles as she enjoys a shopping trip after leaving hospital ...she now seems to be back on form and is said to be discussing her first album with Simon Cowell's record group, Sony Music. She is also expected to join the Britain's Got Talent tour which starts on June 12, although she may miss the first few gigs while she continues her rec …
Simon Cowell offers his 'unconditional' support to troubled Susan Boyle Simon Cowell has personally called Susan Boyle to tell her: "Whatever you decide, I will support you unconditionally."
In less than seven weeks a completely unknown singer from Scotland, United Kingdom, Susan Boyle, rocketed to fame across the world, constantly hearing how she would win, and expected to win, but loses to a youth dance group, started behaving strangely in her hotel afterwards and …
Without a doubt, the 2009 Britain's Got Talent competition has been the best of the three staged so far.
Wow, Wow, Wow...what a final. It was so hard to pick a winner but I knew one of the dance groups would nail it! The question was which one? Everyone in Britain had gotten drawn into the the rivalry between Flawless and Diversity, unable to choose between them.
After last night's disappointing end, we have at last reached the Grand Final of Britain's Got Talent, a reality show that's been breaking all records in the UK this week. Last Wednesday, over 14 million tuned in to watch.
A little 10 year old breaks down and cries uncontrollably during her act in the fifth semi-final of Britain's Got Talent. The pressure is high on this final selection night as everyone wants to win.
After last night exciting performances, we are now on the last leg of the marathon run to find the most talented act in Britain, and what a roller coaster it has been. Tonight is no different.
Susan Boyle in floods of tears due to pressures of fameShe has a right to be left to herself to prepare quietly for her appearance at the finals.
This was a very entertaining semi-final with all the acts giving it their best shot. As I predicted, Julian Smith and his saxophone sailed through on the public vote to the Final on Saturday. But was the little 12 year old, Callum Francis, robbed of his opportunity?
Once again, the talent just keeps on coming as we are served up some class acts. Already it has been reported that Susan Boyle is getting hot under the collar because of the generous praise heaped upon the little Welsh wizard,Shaheen Jafargholi , by Piers Morgan last Tuesday.
Susan Boyle will be visited by Demi Moore at the final of Britain's Got TalentApparently Demi Moore has become a big fan of "SuBo" and has arranged to fly in for the final to claim tickets offered her and Ashton Kutcher to see the show. Demi has Twittered about Boyle and her YouTube clips.
Simon Cowell: Susan Boyle isn't leaving Britain's Got TalentRumors are that Susan Boyle was advised to tear up the contract she got when winning her first appearance on Britain's Got Talent. But Simon Cowell categorically nixed those rumors.
AT&T May Have Swayed American Idol Results AT&T, one of the biggest corporate sponsors of "American Idol," might have influenced the outcome of this year's competition by providing phones for free text-messaging services and lessons in casting blocks of votes at parties organized by fans of Kris Allen, the Arkansas …
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