‘America’s Got Talent’: How The Show Addressed Simon Cowell’s Absence Following His Bike Accident

Ant and Dec are said to have revealed a secret showdown with Simon Cowell, where they threatened to quit their hosting roles on Britain’s Got Talent.The TV presenter duo, who are reportedly looking to branch out onto streaming platforms, have opened up about a showdown with the music mogul, 60, in Los Angeles.

live quarterfinals saw another 11 hopefuls give it their all for the votes of America and praise of the judges. However, Simon Cowell's absence was felt more than ever.After Cowell injured his back earlier this month, Kelly Clarkson stepped in to serve as a guest judge during the first night of the live quarterfinals.

live quarterfinals saw another 11 hopefuls give it their all for the votes of America and praise of the judges. However, Simon Cowell's absence was felt more than ever.After Cowell injured his back earlier this month, Kelly Clarkson stepped in to serve as a guest judge during the first night of the live quarterfinals.

Ashley Banjo is set to replace Simon Cowell on Britain’s Got Talent as he recovers from a broken back.The opportunity for Ashely, 31, will make his BGT journey go full circle as he won the series in 2009 as part of dance group Diversity. Simon sung Ashely’s praises as he shared the news that Ashely will be filling in for him as he recovers from his injuries.

The Mirror. ‘Flying halfway across the world is not part of the plan and he has agreed to put his health first,’ they explained.The source also explained that the 60-year-old appearing via video link wasn’t a workable scenario for the show.Some good advice… If you buy an electric trail bike, read the manual before you ride it for the first time. I have broken part of my back.

America's Got Talent just sent five acts to the semifinals! After this season's second week of live quarterfinals on Tuesday, the  results show on Wednesday spelled out the fate of the 11 remaining performers.With only five slots available, the competition was destined to be fierce -- and before learning who would move on to the semifinals and who would be going home, fans found out which three acts were in jeopardy and thus in contention for a Dunkin' Save and a Judges' Save.The three acts in

second night of live quarterfinals, and there was a new face at the judges' table.

Kenan Thompson will be filling in for Simon Cowell as a judge onafter Cowell injured his back earlier this month.

underwent back surgery over the weekend of Aug. 10 following a bike accident.

Will Thorne Staff WriterKenan Thompson is the latest star who has been tapped to fill in for Simon Cowell as a judge on “America’s Got Talent.”The “Saturday Night Live” cast member will temporarily take over for Cowell, who underwent back surgery over the weekend of Aug. 10 following a bike accident.

Simon Cowell is on the mend following his back surgery and feels very lucky to have the support of his America’s Got Talent family, a source tells Us Weekly exclusively.“He’s having to miss America’s Got Talent live shows at the moment and just for fun, the production team sent him a giant X and a golden buzzer for while he’s watching,” an insider shared with Us.The producer, 60, broke his back on August 8 while riding an electric bike in Malibu, California.

Simon Cowell has thanked Kelly Clarkson for standing in for him on America’s Got Talent as he recovers after breaking part of his back.