Simon Cowell has opened up about how deeply fatherhood has changed his life. Known for his tough exterior as a judge on America’s Got Talent, Cowell now admits that becoming a dad softened him in ways he never expected. He says his son Eric, now 8 years old, helped him find balance in life that he hadn’t known before. In an interview, Cowell shared that before Eric came along, he was completely consumed by work and often unhappy. His days were long, and his nights even longer. But with Eric in his life, things shifted. He no longer works around the clock and finally understands what truly matters.
Cowell describes himself as a completely different man now. After losing both his parents, he once believed he would never feel that kind of love again. Then Eric arrived, and the love he felt for his son was overwhelming—something even more powerful than what he had felt before. He admitted it almost hurts how deeply he loves his son. That love has changed how he sees everything, even the legacy he wants to leave behind for his child.
Eric even played a role in another major life moment—Cowell’s proposal to Lauren Silverman. He said Eric helped him plan it and gave him the confidence to move forward. When asked about having more children, Cowell said the thought crosses his mind. He has loved every part of being a father and wonders if Eric would enjoy having a sibling.
Now, while continuing his role on America’s Got Talent, Cowell says the show still brings him joy because of the inspirational people he meets. But it’s clear that nothing compares to the fulfillment he finds in fatherhood, a role that, according to him, is the best thing that ever happened in his life.