When did Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman start dating? Relationship explored as couple sparks marriage rumors

English TV personality Simon Cowell and socialite Lauren Silverman have sparked marriage rumors. According to People Magazine, this began after Silverman opened a new Instagram account by the name Lauren Cowell. At the time of writing, the private account has 121 followers, one of whom is Silverman’s friend, Lauren Sanchez.

The couple first crossed paths in 2004. At that time, Lauren Silverman was married to businessman Andrew Silverman. They also share a son, Alex. However, it was in 2012 when speculation arose that Simon and Lauren might be seeing each other. The next year, the news of their expecting a baby came about. At the same time, she was also figuring out her divorce from Andrew. She said:

“I am committed to sorting things out with Andrew as amicably as possible to ensure the well-being of our son. I would hope for some space and privacy in order to work through this.”

On February 14, 2014, Simon Cowell and Silverman welcomed a baby boy, Eric Philip Cowell. While talking to Extra, Simon shared:

“I had a brother when I was younger so I think it's kind of cool to have two. Well, two or three.”

Simon Cowell commented that he wasn't sure how he would react when his child was born. When Eric came into their lives, he could immediately feel a strong connection.

Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman shared their first Instagram photo in 2016

In 2016, Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman made their Instagram debut with a photo of themselves together at the BRIT Awards. Simon shared a statement with People Magazine about his fatherhood journey with Eric. He said:

“There's no question when you actually have a kid, it does make you feel different because you understand how you would feel if it was your son up there.”

Speaking about Eric, he said:

“He's exactly like me when I was younger, he's so cheeky, and he knows how to get me wrapped around his little finger.”

When Simon Cowell was honored at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, he said that during the past years of his life, Lauren Silverman had been nothing but a cornerstone.

Simon also remembered his parents, saying they would have been proud of their son’s achievement. He wished that someday, Eric would make him proud with his achievements.

In 2021, Simon Cowell proposed to Lauren Silverman during Christmas. The next year, he also shared his wedding plans during a conversation with The Sun. He said:

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“I am planning it all, otherwise I know what will happen, there will be 600 people and it'll get out of control, like my 50th birthday party. No one knows when it's going to be, that'll be a surprise, even for Lauren.”

In 2023, they talked candidly about what they expected if they ever got hitched. According to them, the wedding won't be too difficult to plan out. Given their bonding over the years, they hoped not to see a thousand people as guests.

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