Slim Simon! Cowell 'loses a stone, thanks to a strict diet and exercise regime... and his ex Sinitta'

Simon Cowell is said to have lost a stone, and his new slimmer shape is thanks to his ex-girlfriend Sinitta.
The music mogul, who has battled with his weight in the past, is said to have been encouraged by his close friend to embark on a diet and exercise regime, and it seems to be paying off.
Image-conscious Simon is said to have instructed that no less than four lights were on him during the Britain's Got Talent auditions this year, in order to conceal his jowls.

Slim Simon: Mr Cowell is said to have lost a stone recently thanks to his ex-girlfriend Sinitta

And now Sinitta has claimed that she has ordered him to work out in front of the TV as well as drink fruit smoothies and herbal teas, the Sunday Mirror claims.
Speaking to the paper the 1980s popstar said: 'It’s because I bullied him into exercising, especially when we are on holiday together as I’m like the personal trainer. He’s really into working out now and he’s lost a stone.'
The 44-year-old singer also explained how she makes sure Simon works out while they holiday on his luxury yacht, because they indulge so much during their trips.

Slimmer shape: Simon's face was looking slimmer on Saturday (left) than earlier this year when he appeared to be sporting jowls (right)

Lapping up the luxury: Simon, seen here on his yacht earlier in the year, is said to be working out in front of the TV and drinking teas and smoothies

She said: 'The first time we holidayed on his yacht everyone came home 10 pounds heavier. Even on the boat I get him to bring an exercise kit or bike on to the deck. We have a big breakfast, don’t eat lunch and have an amazing tea time... but everything is miniature.'
A spokesperson for Simon was unavailable for comment on Sunday.
Simon showed off his new slimmer shape on Saturday night as he appeared on the judging panel of the Britain's Got Talent live final.
The Syco boss wore a white shirt with many of the buttons undone a jacket and a pair of his signature jeans.
Simon was forced to remove his jacket after being pelted with eggs during a performance by brothers Richard and Adam.
Violist Natalie Holt threw eggs at the music mogul mid-way through their song and she managed to hit Simon's jacket.