Kelly Clarkson Shares “Urgent Memo” While Giving an Update on Simon Cowell's Health

From Woman's Day

Simon Cowell won't appear on this week's America's Got Talent episodes after getting into an accident over the weekend.

While hanging out with his son, Eric, and testing his new electric bike at his home in Malibu, California, the AGT judge reportedly fell and broke his back. He had to undergo six hours of surgery this past Saturday and is now recovering.

After reports surfaced, Simon took to Twitter to thank his nurses and doctors and explain in his own words what had happened. "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. Thank you to everyone for your kind messages," the former American Idol judge wrote.

Because of his accident, Simon will not be on Tuesday and Wednesday's live shows. Instead, talk show host Kelly Clarkson will be guest judging in Simon's absence. When announcing the news, Kelly took to Instagram to share an "urgent memo."

Kelly jokingly wrote: "My friend, Simon Cowell, is doing better now but was in an accident and won't be able to make Tuesday and Wednesday's live shows for AGT, but no worries, America, someone far wiser, cooler, and hotter is taking his seat! The unbelievably amazing Kelly Clarkson 😜 You're welcome in advance!"

On Instagram, the AGT account shared that the entire Got Talent family was "hoping" Simon would have a speedy recovery and that they all "look forward" to seeing him on set soon.

It's not yet clear if Simon will also be on next week's live episodes, but we'll likely learn more info on his condition as this week progresses.

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