Once a familiar face on Saturday night TV and a constant presence in the headlines, Simon Cowell’s career has recently taken a surprising turn. During the prime days of The X Factor, with an audience of over 14 million viewers, Cowell enjoyed the company of celebrities and the attention of paparazzi. He was known for hosting glamorous dinners and events at his London mansion, rubbing shoulders with big names in the entertainment and media industries.
However, the 63-year-old mogul has now sold his luxurious London residence worth $57 million and made a move to the countryside. It seems that Cowell is stepping back from the entertainment industry and focusing on a new role – that of a stay-at-home dad. His fiancée, Lauren Silverman, has taken on an important role in his entertainment company, Syco, while Cowell himself has minimal involvement.
According to reports, Cowell is spending less time with other high-profile personalities and has scaled back his television commitments, currently serving as a judge on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. This change in focus is motivated by his desire to be more present in the life of his nine-year-old son, Eric. This desire has only grown stronger since a serious e-bike accident in 2020, which resulted in a broken back and a lengthy surgical procedure.
A close associate of Cowell revealed, “Simon’s trajectory has undergone a complete transformation. He used to actively seek media attention, even his simple walks would make front-page news. But now, he has chosen to retreat from the spotlight, preferring the comfort of home with Eric while Lauren manages what remains of his business.”
In January 2022, Cowell made the decision to downsize his company, Syco, leading to the departure of many staff members. Those familiar with the savvy entrepreneur, who originally founded Syco as a record label in 2004, revealed his intention to focus solely on his television career as a personality.
Sources also mention that ITV, the channel that aired The X Factor, has been shifting its focus towards producing more compassionate reality shows like The Masked Singer. This change is particularly relevant considering the recent controversies surrounding Cowell’s shows. His former Britain’s Got Talent co-star David Walliams was caught using offensive language toward an elderly auditionee and making explicit comments about a female contestant during filming. Additionally, there have been allegations of sexual assault made by a former contestant, with Cowell expressing his shock and sadness upon hearing the accusations.
As Cowell embraces his decision to step back from the limelight and prioritize his role as a father, we can only hope that this new chapter brings him happiness and fulfillment.
