Simon Cowell's fiancée, Lauren Silverman, has offered fans a delightful and rare peek into their family life, showcasing the music mogul's softer, playful side in a series of charming Instagram posts. The update comes after Lauren legally changed her surname to Cowell, a move that signals a deepening of their union.
A Glimpse into the Cowell Household
On Thursday, Lauren Cowell took to Instagram to share a heartfelt collection of moments under the caption 'Dogs and life lately ♥️ (Part 1)'. The post featured their 11-year-old son, Eric, sweetly cuddling a new puppy. The family's beloved pets were also stars of the show, including their three Yorkshire Terriers – Freddie, Squiddly, and Diddly – rescue dog Daisy, and a German Shepherd named Pebbles.
Among the adorable snaps was one of Simon, 66, playing with Pebbles by the pool at their home, revealing his toned physique as he cuddled two of the Yorkies. Lauren also shared a selfie with Pebbles, who was sporting a comical turkey hat, and another touching image of the new puppy and Pebbles meeting nose-to-nose.
Unity, a New Name, and Wedding Bells
The social media insight follows a significant personal milestone for the couple, which was documented in Simon's new Netflix docuseries, 'The Next Act'. In one episode, Lauren is seen signing a deed poll to formally change her name from Silverman – her surname from a previous marriage – to Cowell.
Explaining her decision, Lauren stated in the series, "Look, I am Mrs Cowell... This is more about the unity of our family and us having the same name." She revealed that Simon had expressed his desire for the change, saying, "Simon said, 'Yeah, I would really like you to change your name.'"
This move has strongly hinted at an impending wedding. Simon, who proposed on Christmas Eve 2021 after years of vocal reluctance about marriage, has now confirmed their plans. "When we decide to do it, it will be private then people will know about it," he said, adding, "obviously the fact that she talks about changing her name, it's quite obvious where all this is leading to." He gushed about their bond, saying, "We have a very, very close bond. I adore her. We are a very happy family, genuinely."
Family as Destiny
Simon's perspective on life and regret has been fundamentally reshaped by his family. In a recent podcast appearance, he linked the conception of his son Eric to destiny, suggesting that any past professional regrets were irrelevant because they led to Eric's existence. "Eric was conceived on a certain day at a certain time, and if things had gone differently, then I don't believe he would be here," he mused.
The couple, who first met in Barbados in 2004 and began dating around 2012, welcomed Eric in 2014. Simon now describes his family as everything, recalling the moment he saw Eric's scan: "It was like a game changer. Everything in my life changed." This heartfelt sentiment underscores the profound personal journey of the famously sharp-tongued TV judge, revealing a devoted partner and father at home.
