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Simon Cowell congratulates One Direction on AMA wins and denies Cheryl spat

Simon Cowell has congratulated One Direction on their recent awards win.

The group picked up three gongs at the American Music Awards on Sunday (November 23).

They won the Artist of the Year, Favourite Band, Duo or Group and Favourite Album in the Pop/Rock category prizes.

Speaking on Twitter on Tuesday (November 25), Cowell said:

"Firstly congrats to @onedirection for what they won at the AMAS. Pretty amazing."

He then refuted rumours about his relationship with X Factor colleague Cheryl, adding:

"I keep reading me and @CherylOfficial have fallen out. We haven't. She has proven to be a great friend."

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