Simon Cowell drops Diversity
Monday, 27 July 2009
'Britain's Got Talent' winners Diversity have been dumped by Simon Cowell.
The dance troupe - whose moves are choreographed by Ashley Banjo, 20 - will not be signed to the music mogul's company Syco while he concentrates on the show's runner-up, Susan Boyle - who became a global singing sensation after appearing on the show.
A source said: "Simon isn't going to sign Diversity. He's a music manager and his talent is turning people into singing stars."
The eleven members' dance moves were previously hailed as "sheer perfection" by the 49-year-old show judge and they were tipped to open the 2012 London Olympics and support the Michael Jackson 'This Is It' residency in London.
However, by not offering the boys a contract, Simon has triggered speculation show bosses wanted Susan, 49, to win so he could help her release an album.
Another source told the News of the World newspaper: "Simon promised to sign Susan - whether or not she won the show. Diversity need specialist people who can help them develop."
(C) BANG Media International
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