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He was the eternal bachelor, but these days, Simon Cowell’s the poster boy for commitment – and it’s all down to his baby mama Lauren Silverman and their five-year-old son Eric.
Now, as the music supremo turns 60, we’re told he’s keen to put a ring on it.
"Si’s mellowed so much in recent years," an insider told heat magazine.
"A huge reason for that is Lauren. She keeps him grounded. He openly refers to her as his soulmate."
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Celebrity X Factor Line-Up RADIO STACKED
1 of 15Megan McKenna
Reality star Megan McKenna has ditched her reality roots in recent years to focus on her music career, releasing a country album called 'Story Of Me' in 2018. Will she impress the judges?
2 of 15Jenny Ryan
As well as her recent appearance on Celebrity MasterChef, The Chase legend Jenny Ryan showcased her singing talents.
3 of 15Max and Harvey
British lads Max and Harvey have enjoyed a massive rise in fame thanks to the app musical.ly. Although they've both been performing since they were kids, the duo have now performed to massive crowds across the world.
4 of 15V5
Social media stars Sofia, Alondra, Laura, Wendii and Natalie have joined forces to create girl group V5.
5 of 15Kevin McHale
American actor Kevin McHale is no stranger to the music world! Kevin appeared on hit show Glee as Artie Abrams, before landing a music deal with Universal Music Group. Unfortunately, he lost his place on the show in Week 4.
6 of 15Try Stars
Rugby stars Thom Evans, Ben Foden and Levi Davis have all teamed up to create a Sports Supergroup called Try Stars. Sadly, they left the competition in Week 5 with Vinnie Jones.
7 of 15Vinnie Jones
After initially pulling out of the show following the tragic death of his wife Tanya in July, Vinnie Jones was invited to the live shows by Simon Cowell, with the former footballer saying, "I'd be honoured, she would love me to do it." Sadly, he left the competition in Week 5 with Try Stars.
8 of 15Hayley Hasselhoff
David Hasselhoff's 27-year-old daughter Hayley was sent packing after her audition. Hayley failed to impress her mentor Louis Walsh, meaning she didn't make it to the live shows.
9 of 15Cole and Edwards
Former Strictly dancer Brendan and former Holby City actor Jeremy were also sent home after their initial audition, failing to impress mentor Simon Cowell.
10 of 15Ricki Lake
Ricki Lake lost her place on the show when she received the lowest votes from the public during the first live show.
11 of 15Olivia Olson
Despite Simon Cowell telling her she could 'win' the show, Love Actually actress Olivia Olson was sent home during the first live show.
12 of 15Jonny Labey
Despite getting a 'safe seat' during the first live show, former EastEnders actor Jonny Labey was given the boot in Week Two.
13 of 15Victoria Ekanoye
After quitting Coronation Street in January this year, soap star Victoria Ekanoye landed a role on Celebrity X Factor, but her time on the show was cut short when she was voted out in the second live show.
14 of 15No Love Lost
Despite singing some of their original songs on the show, Love Island stars Samira Mighty, Eyal Booker, Zara McDermott and Wes Nelson were given the boot during the third live show.
15 of 15Martin Bashir
After forgetting his lyrics the week before, the third live show proved the end for broadcasting legend Martin Bashir.
"She’s never pushed him for marriage and he loves that. He’s become a monumental softy and he’s ready for the ultimate commitment.”
There’s no denying that Simon, who celebrated his birthday last week, has been on a mission of self-improvement, culminating in a 20lb weight loss and a freshly-tightened face.
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But his youthful glow can’t undo the fact that he’s now in his sixties and, according our source, this has made him realise what’s important.
“This milestone is really making him open his eyes to how he wants to spend the next 30 years,” we’re told. “He wants to give Lauren and Eric the fairy- tale ending they deserve.”
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