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Amanda Holden reveals very cheeky 50th birthday surprise from Simon Cowell

The Britain's Got Talent co-stars are close friends

Gemma Strong
Online Digital News Director
February 17, 2021
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Amanda Holden celebrated her 50th birthday on 16 February – and amongst the many gifts she received, one really stood out!

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The Britain's Got Talent judge received a very cheeky present from her co-star and close friend, Simon Cowell, sharing a snapshot of the surprise on her Instagram Stories.

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Amanda posted a photo of a walking frame, complete with a yellow bow and ribbon. A card hanging from the handle read: "Dear Amanda, I thought you might need this. Love Simon x."

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Captioning the post, Amanda wrote: "Thank you to my hilarious friend @simoncowell for my wonderful gift!" along with a crying laughing emoji and a red love heart.

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Amanda shared a snapshot of Simon's cheeky gift on Instagram

Earlier in the day, Amanda reached out to her social media followers to thank them for their well-wishes on her landmark birthday.

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She shared a stunning photo showing her posing in a sparkling plunging jumpsuit on top of a huge white cake, writing: "How did this happen! Half a century... time flies... Thank you for all your kind & loving messages today... my husband Chris and my gorgeous girls have spoiled me rotten and it's still going.

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Amanda has been married to husband Chris Hughes since 2008

"My friends have sent the most hilarious messages & presents and made this day extra special... I can't wait to celebrate in a HUGE way when we can... I'm 50 all year and all year we're gonna party. Hang on to your loved ones. It's nearly over."

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She was inundated with messages from her fans and famous friends, including fellow BGT star Alesha Dixon, who said: "Love you! Happy Birthday!"

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The couple share two daughters, Lexi and Hollie

Tamzin Outhwaite added: "Yes my darling… we are both 50 all year so let's get the gang and party as soon as we can. Love you xxx."

Olly Murs wrote: "Happy birthday Amanda x have the best day!! Catch you soon x." And Rylan Clark-Neal added: "Not a day over 19 x," along with a love heart.

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