Jay Z tips Boyle as future style leader

Rap superstar Jay Z reckons singing sensation Susan Boyle has what it takes to be a fashion icon and launch her own brand.

When Susan first found fame a year ago on Britain's Got Talent she was dubbed the Hairy Angel over her grey curls and dowdy dresses.

But after her American success and makeovers, king of cool Jay Z believes the 48-year-old Scottish spinster has enough global appeal to be a style queen - according to The News of the World.

He said: "What Susan's achieved is unbelievable. Everybody wants a piece of her and the market for her is huge. I could see her with her own clothing range. Why not?

"She'll appeal to women of a certain age. They'll see an ordinary person who made the best of herself. It'll give them hope."