Simon Cowell said he does not feel guilt over the death of Liam Payne, the One Direction star.

The 31-year-old late singer tragically passed away last year after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.

Simon shared that he’s faced questions and criticism about whether the pressures of talent shows played a role in Liam’s life.

The 66-year-old music icon told Daily Mail that he spoke with the late singer’s parents a few months after the tragedy.

Cowell reflected on Liam’s determination and ambition, saying, “I don’t feel guilt, because you can’t guess somebody’s destiny.

All I know is he was immensely proud about what he’d achieved. It meant a lot to him.”

He also shared they highlighted how much music meant to their son and how proud he was of reaching The X Factor a second time.

The music producer shared that losing someone suddenly is very painful but blame is not always fair.

However, he believes it is more important to look at the person’s life, what they achieved and how they lived, describing guilt as something that can weigh people down without helping anyone.

His comments have sparked conversations about fame, responsibility and how people handle tragedy in the entertainment world.

The father of one recalled the moment got to know about Liam’s death while filming Britain’s Got Talent in Blackpool.

Simon continued describing the news as shocking and compared the grief to losing his own parents.

Adrien Brody opened up at the Red Sea Film Festival that artificial intelligence could never capture the emotions that actors bring to a role.

The two-time Oscar winner reflected on his work in The Brutalist, a film that sparked debate for its use of AI.

The 52-year-old actor said the heart of storytelling remains human, while AI works for the vision.

Brody continued explaining that technology can offer new tools for filmmakers but it cannot replace the depth and honesty that come from human experiences.

However, the Pianist actor further said that actors carry a responsibility to bring authenticity to every performance and no machine can ever replicate that connection.

“Even if you can fabricate it or whatever, we really should always cherish and support the creative process and the beauty of filmmaking,” he added.

The actor also highlighted the choices artists have in embracing technology.

Moreover, filming The Brutalist took just 23 days, and Brody said he focused completely on his performance himself and remained dedicated.

While addressing about his social skills, he shared that he avoided spending time socially with cast and crew during emotional scenes to protect the energy needed for his work.

Brody also admitted that acting can be unpredictable and some days are more challenging than others but performers must stay present and give their best.

Describing acting as a process, the actor shared that it requires discipline, focus and emotional availability.

He also spoke about his enduring passion for storytelling, and working with renowned directors and co-stars, Brody said he continues to love acting and to create an environment where others can shine.

Blake Lively’s court case with her co-star Justin Baldoni took another surprising turn after new papers revealed a private moment between them.

The documents said Baldoni visited Lively’s home in New York in December 2022, when she was expecting a baby.

During a casual talk about her pregnancy, the conversation reportedly shifted to whether her unborn son would be circumcised.

At that point, the director and actor told the actress that he was circumcised.

However, the papers said this comment was made in a room where several people were present, including Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds nannies and assistants.

This new detail became part of A Simple Favor actress’ push to take the case to trial.

She claimed that the actot made her uncomfortable during the making of It Ends With Us and said this moment showed how the atmosphere around the project felt wrong to her.

Her lawyers argued that the comment added to a pattern they believed crossed personal boundaries.

Baldoni denied her claims, as his legal team said the conversation was harmless and argued that Lively was trying to use ordinary moments to support a false story.

They even asked the court to dismiss the case, saying there was no proof of the behaviour she described.

Moreover, the judge set a trial date for March 9, 2026 and this meant both sides would have more time to prepare for a long legal fight.

The newly shared detail about the conversation added more attention to a case.