Simon Cowell's recovery taking 'longer than hoped' after horrific bike accident

Simon Cowell is set to return to Britain’s Got Talent as head judge by January 20201, reports claim.The 61 year old music mogul broke his back in a bike accident at his home in Malibu earlier this year. And Simon, who is said to have ditched his vegan diet to help him recover, is rumoured to have kickstarted the process for his onscreen return as early as the beginning of next year.

Piers Morgan has revealed how Simon Cowell is "feeling very lucky" following his terrifying electric bike accident that nearly left him paralysed.Talking to OK! magazine, the Good Morning Britain host said: "He’s had a very serious back injury and he’s taking the time, quite rightly, to get himself right. "I drop him notes from time to time and I’m encouraged he’s making good progress, but these things take a long time.

Simon Cowell is back on his feet.

The Sun.A source told MailOnline: 'Simon was advised not to fly back to the final by doctors. He is walking a lot and swimming and feeling great - but focusing on being on top form for the start of filming for Britain's Got Talent 2021 in January.' Another source explained: 'He is building up his strength but the recovery is taking longer than we hoped.

Simon Cowell has been spotted up and about for the first time since his horrific accident.The 61 year old fell off his new bike in August, breaking his back in three different places and leaving him "millimetres away" from paralysis. Britain's Got Talent judge Simon was left forced to pull out of the recent series' live shows, being replaced by Diversity dancer Ashley Banjo.

Britain's Got Talent show supremo appeared on the Instagram stories of ex girlfriend and good friend Terri Seymour celebrating his 61st birthday with a beautiful cake.

Britain's Got Talent head judge missed the semi-final stages and grand final of the ITV show. Giving an update on his condition after Simon was seen in a video on social media for the first time in weeks, Amanda Holden told Tuesday's Good Morning Britain : "Lauren (Silverman) is always saying to me that, 'His will to get better is extraordinary.' "He's very determined.

Simon Cowell has managed to celebrate his 61st birthday in a low-key celebration at home with close family and friends.The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent creator has been seen for the first time since he broke his back in August in a video shared by his ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour on Instagram.Cowell is seen sitting at a table in his Malibu home while his son Eric, six, dances around with Seymour’s daughter Coco, five, dance around and sing Happy Birthday.Seated in a high-backed armchair,

Amanda Holden has said she is confident Simon Cowell will be ready to return to Britain’s Got Talent next year.