Hey there, friends. Let’s dive into something that’s been making headlines recently. Simon Cowell, the sharp-tongued judge from America’s Got Talent, is currently in the hospital after a pretty serious bike accident. The incident happened on Saturday, August 8, and it left him with a broken back. Now, that’s tough news for anyone, especially someone as influential and beloved as Simon.
Simon, who hails from the U.K. and is now 60 years old, was at his Malibu home when the accident occurred. According to his rep, he was test-riding a new electric bicycle in the courtyard with his family when he fell. This is definitely not how anyone plans to spend their weekend, right? Now, Simon is set to undergo surgery to address the injuries.
A Closer Look at Simon’s Accident
Here’s the official word from a statement obtained by Us Weekly: “Simon had a fall from his bike on Saturday afternoon while testing his new electric bike in the courtyard at his house in Malibu with his family.” The statement continues, “He hurt his back and was taken to the hospital. He’s doing fine, he’s under observation, and he’s in the best possible hands.” His rep also confirmed that Simon has indeed broken his back and will be having surgery later this evening.
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Now, picture this: Simon, a man who has seen it all in the entertainment industry, is now focused on healing and getting back to his family. He’s been spending time in California since the coronavirus pandemic hit back in March, according to the New York Post’s Page Six. He’s been quarantining with his girlfriend Lauren Silverman and their two sons, Eric and Adam. Over the past few months, Simon has been seen riding bikes with his family on several occasions. Who would have thought that something as simple as a bike ride could lead to such an accident?
Simon’s Journey to Health and Fitness
Before this accident, Simon had been making some impressive strides in his health journey. In May, he revealed that he had lost about 60 pounds after adopting a plant-based diet in 2019. He was sticking to his healthy eating habits and exercise routine, even during the lockdown. “I’m doing a bit of cooking, I’m exercising. Funny enough, more during this time as well, sticking to the diet,” Simon told Extra. He even admitted that the hardest part about staying on track was resisting pizza when his son Eric ordered it. “That’s the number one thing I miss,” he joked.
In September 2019, Simon shared with Us Weekly that his son Eric was his biggest inspiration for this lifestyle change. “When you’re 60, and you have a little boy who, when he wakes up, is bouncing off the ceiling, it’s like, you’ve got to try and keep that energy yourself,” Simon explained. “So that was my biggest thing, but changing my diet and everything else. I’ve got to play football with him. I’ve got to take him go-karting. So that was a much-needed push.”
Recovery Wishes for Simon
So, as Simon embarks on this unexpected journey of recovery, let’s all send him positive vibes and good thoughts. He’s had an incredible career, and his family clearly means the world to him. We hope he gets back to his active lifestyle soon, whether it’s riding bikes with his kids or judging the next big talent on America’s Got Talent.
