Simon Cowell
Simon Cowell
Simon Phillip Cowell is an English reality television judge, entrepreneur, philanthropist, film, record, and television producer. He is most recognized as a judge on the British TV talent competition series Pop Idol, The X Factor, and Britain's Got Talent, and the American TV talent competition shows American Idol, The X Factor, and America's Got Talent. Cowell owns the television production and music publishing house Syco...
NationalityBritish
ProfessionEntrepreneur
Date of Birth7 October 1959
CityLondon, England
I was 12 years old when I first realized that food could be hot. That's why I turned out the way I am.
When you get your first pay cheque, it's the best feeling in the world.
The love I have for my ex-girlfriends will always be there, so I think that's true love.
The past is the past, no matter how successful it's been. For me, it's only tomorrow that's interesting.
It was as if I was watching the warm-up for the Chippendales.
It was a nightmare that would have Barry Manilow screaming in horror.
That process works very well, in that you've got a very clear A to Z path. But you've also got a sense of responsibility from the judges, who actually try to help the contestants.
It is a personal thrill for me to play a role in giving the best young singers in America a shot at realizing their dreams. I'm also happy to be working with my good friend Simon Fuller for the foreseeable future and I look forward to continuing to be a part of the Fox network and the phenomenal success that is American Idol .
In my opinion, this was your best performance so far.