Simon Cowell’s paws for thought

SIMON COWELL fell for dancing dog Pudsey during last year’s Britain’s Got Talent run – and it seems it’s puppy love all over again.

When a little tyke ran out on stage before his owner’s audition, dog-lover Simon asked if he could hold it during the performance.

Simon petted his new furry friend – named Johnny Cash – throughout the audition in Birmingham before delivering his withering verdict on the owner’s act: “I loved stroking your dog more than your audition.”

While Simon was messing with mutts, his fellow BGT judges Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden weren’t letting the winter weather affect them in the glamour stakes.

Amanda went vintage, with a 60s-style mini-dress while Alesha looked sleek in a patterned top and leather trousers.

Sleek and stylish ... Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden