Simon Fuller

Talent manager and producer, created Idols

Simon Fuller - Talent manager and producer, created Idols
Born

May 17th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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A talent manager and producer focused on music and television, developed the Idols franchise which revolutionized reality television and launched numerous successful careers. Worked with various artists and played a significant role in producing successful music acts. Involved in managing high-profile talent across different mediums.

Created the Idols series, impacting reality television

Managed notable artists such as the Spice Girls and David Beckham

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