On October 7, 1959, Simon Cowell was born as an English television personality, entrepreneur, and record exec.
Judging Pop Idol (2001–2003), Britain’s Got Talent (2007–present), as well as American Idol (2002–2010) and The X Factor US (2011–2013), and America’s Got Talent (2016–present) have all been part of his career, as well. Syco, a British entertainment company, founded by Simon Cowell, is Cowell’s sole source of income.