Simon Cowell praised Katie Piper as he attended her charity Christmas carol concert alongside his fiancé Lauren Silverman and pal Amanda Holden.
The music mogul, 64, described the presenter, 40, as ‘determined and committed’ as she raised vital funds and awareness for The Katie Piper Foundation which helps those with traumatic burns and scarring.
Simon cut a very smart figure for the evening in a white open collar shirt which he teamed with a black suit and red tinted glasses, as he attended the event at St Peter’s Church, Eaton Square last week.
The TV judge was joined for the charity event by Lauren and his Britain’s Got Talent co-star Amanda.
The trio were seen sitting in the front row before joining Katie to say a few words and to read a Christmas reading.
Lauren turned heads in a glamorous black cut out figure hugging dress which boasted a silver dazzling halter neckline.
She boasted her height in a pair of black pointed toe heels and carried her belongings in a silver clutch.
Amanda looked nothing short of sensational in a Next green glittering mini dress which she teamed with a pair of black tights and towering heels.
The mother-of-two added a coordinated green jacket which boasted a stunning fur collar and toted her belongings around in a black clutch.
Simon and Lauren, who are both long time supporters and patrons of the charity, both stood up to speak during the service.
Lauren kick started the service by saying that Katie ‘inspires her to be a better person’ and added that she is ‘proud’ to support her and her charity.
She said: ‘Katie, I describe you as a warrior. You inspire me to be a better person, you radiate positivity and a great force of nature.
‘It’s hard to find the words to express how amazing Katie is, and what she means to us, and everyone here.
‘She inspires every day and makes us all better people. I am so proud to support her work and be here this evening on this special occasion.’
Simon later stood up to speak, he said: ‘Katie is so determined and committed to what she does, and is tireless in her work.
‘Whilst some would do this for two or three years and give up, Katie hasn’t – if anything she’s become more passionate.
‘Katie talked this evening about The Katie Piper Foundation helping thousands, but the reality is, she’s helped millions believe in themselves and given them confidence in so many ways.
‘My respect and admiration grows each year for you. Katie is incredible, and a great, loyal friend to us.’
Katie was all smiles during the night as she cut a stylish figure in a cropped white shirt with a black neck tie, cropped blazer and trousers.
She was joined by her husband Richard Sutton who looked smart in a black shirt and beige blazer.
Speaking in front of guests, Katie said she is ‘humbled and grateful’ for the support shown to her charity.
She said: ‘This has been such a special evening for me and the Katie Piper Foundation team.
‘I am so humbled and grateful for the support of Simon, Lauren and Amanda, all of the talented performers, and our guests and supporters.
‘I am equally as grateful for the long-term and consistent support Hello Magazine have given me and the charity.
‘Fundraising and awareness has never been more important to us, so to celebrate the work we do in such intimate, festive setting really is wonderful.’
Elsewhere in the service, Natalie Rushdie, 37, dazzled in the red V-neck gown which boasted sheer sleeves as she performed.
Influencer Lydia Millen and her husband Ali Gordon were all smile as they posed for photos with Katie.
Loose Women panellist Katie survived an acid attack in 2008 and underwent groundbreaking surgery.
She gave up her right to anonymity to help raise awareness for burns victims and started her charity in 2010 which helps survivors recover.
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