Lauren Silverman recently shared reflections on her "long, lovely summer" with partner Simon Cowell and their 12-year-old son, Eric, in a social media post. The socialite, 49, offered fans a glimpse into their family time while holidaying abroad.
In the post, Silverman shared photos of the couple and Eric, as well as images with her elder son, Adam, 20, from a previous marriage. "I've been lucky enough to have had a really lovely, long summer. I've been away, spent time with family and friends, made memories I'll be grateful for and I know that kind of summer isn't everyone's reality," she wrote. Silverman described September as a "significant" time for her, marking new beginnings and professional changes.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that Simon Cowell, 66, is scheduled for back surgery. This procedure comes six years after a severe e-bike accident in 2020 that led to fears he might never walk again. Following that incident, Cowell underwent extensive surgery, including the insertion of a metal rod to stabilize his back, and has since modified his lifestyle. The upcoming surgery is reportedly expected to cause him to miss several weeks of filming for America's Got Talent. Cowell's representatives have not yet commented on the reports.
In other related news, The X Factor, the singing competition series previously retired from screens seven years ago, is reportedly in discussions for a return. ITV is said to be in talks with production company Talkback Thames about bringing the show back, aiming to improve viewing figures. The program, which was a significant success during its original run, launching the careers of artists like Leona Lewis and One Direction, was shelved after 15 series. Cowell is expected to be involved in some capacity if the show returns.