Simon Cowell to take break from 'America's Got Talent' due to surgery
Most outlets reported that Simon Cowell will take a break from judging 'America's Got Talent' due to surgery. The News International described it as a "routine surgery" and a "short hiatus," while Geo News cited TMZ and suggested the absence might last "several weeks." The News International led with the reason for the break, while Geo News framed the absence as more prolonged.
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Simon Cowell forced to step away from America’s Got Talent
Simon Cowell may step away from America’s Got Talent for several weeks as he prepares for another back surgery. The 66-year-old television judge suffered a serious back injury in 2020 during an electric bike accident at his Malibu home. The crash required extensive surgery, with doctors placing a metal rod in his back to provide […]
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Simon Cowell forced to step away from 'America's Got Talent'
TMZ claims Simon won't be able to judge America's Got Talent for several years Simon Cowell is reportedly undergoing back surgery that will force him to be absent from America's Got Talent for several weeks. The famous reality show judge, 66, had injury in his back...
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Simon Cowell to face unexpected 'America's Got Talent' break: Here's why
Simon Cowell to face unexpected 'America's Got Talent' break: Here's whySimon Cowell, known for his blunt judging, is taking a short hiatus from America's Got Talent due to a routine surgery.The English TV personality, who has been serving as a judge on the show since 2016, will not appear on the...
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