It’s been a rough few years for Simon Cowell

Simon Cowell is a household name in the music industry, thanks to his talent shows like *The X Factor* and *Got Talent*, which helped launch stars like One Direction and Kelly Clarkson. Starting as a music producer in the ’80s, Simon became widely known as a judge on *Pop Idol* in 2001. Despite his success, he’s faced personal challenges, including two accidents that led to surgery, and has warned others about the dangers of electric bikes.

In his personal life, Simon has been with Lauren Silverman since 2013, with whom he shares a son, Eric. While Simon has earned $600 million, he plans to leave his fortune to charity, encouraging his son to build his own legacy. Simon and Eric enjoy bonding over Scooby-Doo and Disney movies, and Simon calls Eric “the most amazing thing” in his life.