Irish entertainment manager whose success stories include big names such as Boyzone and Westlife. A judge on X Factor since it first aired in 2004, he has also been a judge on other talent show such as Popstars and Britain's Got Talent. He played a starring role in Celebrity Big Brother 2024 with his spicy comments on Ronan Keating and Jedward winning over viewers.
In 2012, Louis jokingly walked down the aisle with the late Xtra Factor presenter Caroline Flack during a spoof segment on the show. The pair 'got married' at the infamous Little White Chapel in Las Vegas by an Elvis Presley impersonator. Louis and Caroline exchanged vows at the chapel before sealing their romance with a kiss. Following her tragic death in February 2020, the music manager paid a touching tribute to his former colleague. He said: "I really liked her, she was great fun and just a pleasure to be around. She spoke her mind and was always up for a laugh."
When it comes to his real-life romances, Louis has vowed to remain tight-lipped, Louis Walsh said of his sexuality back in 2013: "I think your private life is your private life. Iām happy. Happy as Larry!"
UPDATED 20:25, 12 Dec 2025