Why Simon Cowell’s Fiancée Lauren Silverman Changed Her Name

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Lauren Silverman? It’s Mrs. Simon Cowell, actually. 

Although Simon Cowell hasn’t officially married his longtime partner, she’s already changed her last name to his. She explained that she previously kept the last name of her ex-husband, Andrew Silverman, to provide consistency for their 19-year-old son, Adam.

Lauren, who shares 11-year-old son Eric with Simon Cowell, explained on his show, Simon Cowell: The Next Act, that she held onto something for him because she no longer wants to share his last name, according to US Weekly.

Lauren was eager to leave her previous role behind, and she officially signed the necessary documents later in the episode, coinciding with Simon’s 65th birthday in 2024.

She said it felt like the right decision at the moment, then quickly clarified, “Actually, I mean right now, for good!”

Lauren playfully joked with the 66-year-old former American Idol host, saying that taking his name was part of his birthday present.

Fans have noticed Lauren’s subtle references to her future husband before. Back in October, rumors began circulating about their marriage when Lauren, age 48, updated her private Instagram username to @LaurenMichelleCowell and added “Mom to Adam and Eric” to her profile.

Although Simon and Lauren aren’t married yet, it seems likely they will be soon. Simon proposed during Christmas 2021 and has often expressed his desire to marry Lauren.

Simon explained to The Sun in 2022 that he’s handling all the planning because he’s worried things will get chaotic, just like his 50th birthday party, if he doesn’t. He added that the date is a secret, even from his wife, Lauren.

Indeed, the British talent scout admitted he is quite persnickety when it comes to their nuptials. 

Honestly, big weddings just aren’t for me. I’ve seen firsthand how stressful they can be – all the back-and-forth with planners, the guest list drama… it all adds up to a lot of unnecessary hassle. I really prefer to keep things simple and avoid all that drama when it comes to celebrations. It’s just not my style to get caught up in all the fuss!

Lauren and Simon aren’t officially married yet, but here’s a look at other celebrities who have tied the knot this year…

The New Jersey Senator and their partner, an investments director, celebrated their marriage with two wedding ceremonies. They had a legal civil ceremony on November 24th in Newark, New Jersey, followed by a smaller, more personal ceremony five days later in Washington, D.C.

 

Former Selling the OC star Hannah and her partner eloped in Laguna Beach, California, on November 22nd. They told People magazine that the day was “an absolute dream come true.”

Former reality TV star Jon Gosselin married Stephanie in a private ceremony on November 23rd. His children Collin and Hannah, from his previous marriage to Kate Gosselin, attended the wedding.

 

Amy Slaton, star of 1000-Lb Sisters, got married to Brian in a Halloween-themed ceremony at the Talbott Inn in Bardstown, Kentucky—a location rumored to be haunted. Her sister and co-star, Tammy Slaton, was at the reception, along with Amy’s two children, Gage Deon and Glenn Allen, from her previous marriage to Michael Halterman.

Alana Hadid, the older sister of models Bella and Gigi Hadid, married Ross in a small, private ceremony on October 18th. The wedding was held at their father, Mohamed Hadid’s, home in Los Angeles. She met Ross on a dating app.

Alana explained to Vogue that they chose her dad’s house as their wedding venue because it held special meaning for them. They also decided on a fall wedding because they felt the season offered a beautiful backdrop in Los Angeles.

 

Stella Banderas, daughter of Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith, married her longtime partner, Alex, on October 18th at a beautiful abbey in Valladolid, Spain. The wedding took place a little over a year after she announced their engagement in August 2024.

 

Kevin Costner’s ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, married her new partner on October 18th at a ranch in Santa Barbara, California. Around 100 guests witnessed the wedding, including Christine and Kevin’s three children: Cayden, Hayes, and Grace, according to People magazine.

 

The comedian announced he married Amanda Nelson on October 11th, after proposing nine months prior, in a charming, country-style wedding.

I’m thrilled to announce some wonderful personal news! Yesterday, my partner Amanda and I tied the knot. It was truly an amazing day – overflowing with love, laughter, and everything we could have hoped for. We’re so happy to start this new chapter together!

The stuntman and costume designer tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in November. 

A year after publicly announcing their engagement, the couple got married in October 2025.

Dorothy told Elle that, like many brides, she wished she could relive her Italian wedding. “I think every bride says this,” she shared, “but I wish we could do it again.”

The actor from One Tree Hill and Alex Weaver got married almost two years after becoming engaged.

The newlyweds shared a photo on Instagram on October 3rd, simply captioning it with a heart emoji and “Mr. & Mrs.”

YouTuber Mark Fischbach announced that he married his partner, Amy, on September 20th, after a decade of being together.

After seven years of romance, the Originals costars said “I do” during a French wedding in September.

Actress Maia Mitchell, known for her role in The Fosters, and musician LYKE IT tied the knot on September 13th. They celebrated with a vintage-inspired wedding attended by 160 family and friends.

Cierra explained to People that she wanted to fully enjoy the celebration, so she and her partner planned a weekend-long party with all their loved ones. She felt this was the perfect way to honor their relationship.

The Broadway couple got married in New York City in June 2025, but they waited until September to announce the news. They welcomed their daughter in November 2024.

The Modern Family alum married his longtime partner in September after a four-year engagement.

Jason Sudeikis, known for his role in Ted Lasso, and his fiancée, Kirsten Dunst of Drop Dead Gorgeous, got married on September 20th after being engaged for two years. They have two sons together: Sean, who is 4 years old, and Archibald, 20 months old.

Oh my gosh, you guys, I’m still reeling! Jason Dolley – yes, Jason Dolley from Good Luck Charlie – got MARRIED! To Candace Cameron Bure’s daughter, Natasha! They had the most beautiful wedding on September 14th, and I saw all the pictures on Instagram – it was a totally dreamy garden ceremony. I’m seriously obsessed with them as a couple, and the wedding looked absolutely perfect!

They captioned the Sept. 16 post, “Mr. & Mrs. Perry.”

To celebrate their anniversary, Candace also shared another photo from her and her husband’s wedding in Malibu.

Later that night, she announced on Instagram, “Please join me in congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Perry!” She went on to praise her son-in-law, Bradley Sperry, and her daughter, Natasha Bure, celebrating their wedding.

Over Labor Day weekend, the actor known for Kick-Ass married his model partner in a private ceremony. The couple, who have been together for seven years, both wore custom-made Louis Vuitton gowns.

Rebecca Ma, known online as Becca, married a software engineer on August 28th in Lake Como, Italy. Staying true to her online persona, she wore a unique wedding gown by Oscar de la Renta, beautifully embroidered with laser-cut peonies.

In August, actress Nicola Coughlan, known for her role in Derry Girls, married DJ George Calam in a three-day wedding celebration at Dromquinna Manor in Ireland. Her Derry Girls costar, Jamie-Lee O’Donnell, was one of the bridesmaids.

The actor from The White Lotus and his model partner got married in a beautiful lakeside ceremony at Gozzer Ranch in northern Idaho, with views overlooking Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Abby, 28, wore a traditional white wedding dress at her wedding on September 6th. Her husband chose a white tuxedo jacket with black pants, according to photos published by The Daily Mail.

Patrick’s parents, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, were among the guests at the event. His brother, Joseph Baena, and sister Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, along with her husband Chris Pratt, were also in attendance.

The “Stick Season” singer and his private partner tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in August. 

The popular online creator and his supermodel wife got married on August 15th at Lake Como in Italy, almost a year after they had their first child together.

The former star of The Hills revealed she married a businessman in a private ceremony in Laguna Beach in July 2025, and they are expecting their first child – she’s already four months pregnant!

The couple wanted their wedding to reflect their current life stage. Initially, they envisioned a large wedding in New York City, but after starting to try for a baby, they decided on a smaller, more personal celebration at home with close family. As the bride explained to People magazine, this felt like the right choice if they were fortunate enough to become pregnant.

The Bachelor Nation star wed her love in an elegant ceremony on the cosat of France July 26. 

Guy Fieri’s son recently married a professional pickleball player in a wedding with a “Denim & Diamonds” theme. The ceremony took place on August 30th at the Fieri family ranch in Sonoma, California, and the proud Food Network star shared how thrilled he was for his son.

Guy Fieri shared a heartfelt message on Instagram August 31st, congratulating his son on getting married. He also welcomed his new daughter-in-law, Tara Fieri, to the family, expressing excitement for all she brings and jokingly offering free pickleball lessons.

The reality TV personality and their drummer spouse renewed their vows in a Los Angeles ceremony on July 26th, embracing a medieval theme complete with knights and swords.

Steve Jobs’ daughter and her Olympian spouse tied the knot in a grand, celebrity-filled wedding in the English countryside on July 26th.

I was so thrilled to hear that Penn Badgley and his partner finally got married! They had a beautiful wedding on July 12th, right in the English countryside. Apparently, the ceremony was outdoors and absolutely gorgeous, and it was really special for him since it was only about 20 minutes from where he grew up.

The actress said that, given Jack’s background and the beauty of southwestern England, she always dreamed of getting married there, regardless of other factors. She shared this in the July 24th issue of BRIDES magazine.

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