Despite once declaring that he does not believe in marriage, Simon Cowell now wants a long-term relationship with Lauren Silverman. The 63-year-old ‘boss’ proposed to his girlfriend earlier this year and is preparing to get married.
In a post published by The Sun on April 8, Simon Cowell revealed the reason why he decided to marry Lauren Silverman as well as their upcoming wedding.
Simon Cowell changes his views on marriage after falling in love with Lauren Silverman
Strict Britain’s Got Talent Judge Calls The COVID-19 Pandemic a “Make-or-Break” Moment for Relationships
For Simon Cowell, one of the biggest names in the British entertainment industry, the lockdown period was a time of reflection. While many relationships struggled, it brought him and his longtime partner Lauren Silverman even closer, making him realize just how much they truly belonged together.
Despite never having married before—preferring the freedom of an unattached lifestyle—Cowell revealed that he no longer wanted to date anyone else. “I can’t imagine myself ever dating someone new again. The idea of a first date now feels so bizarre,” he told The Sun.
One of the biggest reasons behind his proposal, however, was their 8-year-old son Eric. The X Factor creator admitted: “As Eric grows older, he’ll be asked more and more about his parents. I felt this was the right thing to do for him.”
Additionally, Cowell shared that he had always admired his parents’ wonderful marriage and believed that he and Lauren would also continue to bring joy and laughter to each other’s lives.
Simon Cowell Opens Up About His Proposal—No Kneeling, No Over-The-Top Romance
Recalling the moment he proposed to his 45-year-old girlfriend Lauren Silverman, Simon Cowell admitted that he wasn’t romantic and didn’t even get down on one knee.
The entertainment mogul popped the question during their vacation in Barbados, in front of their son Eric and Adam, Lauren’s son from a previous relationship. However, Cowell revealed he wasn’t nervous about her answer, as they had previously discussed the type of ring Lauren wanted.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge also shared that he is personally planning their wedding and wants it to be a surprise—even for the bride. He hopes for a small, intimate ceremony, saying, “I’m planning everything myself. Otherwise, I know exactly what will happen: 600 people will show up, and everything will spiral out of control—just like my 50th birthday party did.”
Simon Cowell’s Unexpected Proposal—A Shock to Friends and Fans
The Britain’s Got Talent powerhouse judge first met his girlfriend, Lauren Silverman, in 2004 when she was still married to real estate mogul Andrew Silverman—who happened to be one of Simon’s close friends. Over time, the two developed feelings for each other and began an affair. In 2013, Lauren became pregnant, leading to a quick divorce and her moving in with Simon.
Despite dating multiple women over the years, Simon Cowell had always been devoted to his bachelor lifestyle. In 2008, he famously declared that he didn’t believe in marriage and even admitted his concerns about what would happen to his fortune if he were to tie the knot. The entertainment mogul, born in 1959, currently has an estimated net worth of $600 million.
Perhaps this mindset explains why he avoided discussing marriage with Lauren Silverman for nearly a decade, even after making their relationship public. So, when Cowell finally proposed, it came as a huge surprise—not just to fans, but also to close friends and colleagues. Amanda Holden, Simon’s longtime fellow judge on Britain’s Got Talent, confessed that she was completely stunned, as Simon had always insisted he would never get married.
