TELLY star Amanda Holden says it is unfair to call her daughter a “nepo baby” — as all parents want to help their children succeed.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge has given the profile of model Lexi, 19, a push as they are pictured together at red carpet events.
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Amanda, 54, makes no apologies, and insists her daughter bagging a modelling contract with top agency Storm is not down to having a famous mum.
And she said her daughter’s long-term success will be down to her own hard work and abilities.
She told the Radio Times of Lexi’s contract: “Yes, she’s related to me, but that’s nothing to do with me.
“The word ‘nepo’ can be thrown around forever, but it’s unfair it’s been used in showbiz.
“When I was young, I got a job in a fruit and veg shop as my mum knew the guy.
“If you know someone can help your child get in somewhere, you’ll do whatever.”
Amanda has two children with her showbiz agent husband, Chris Hughes, 51.
Their youngest is 13-year-old Hollie, while Lexi completed her A-levels last year and is now at university.
Amanda pointed out helping a child get their foot in the door did not necessarily ensure success.
She said: “They have to have talent and backbone, and work to succeed.
“I’m proud of my daughter, doing stuff for Storm as well as two normal jobs while at uni.
“She’s not going to come out with a debt — that’s amazing.”
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