It’s been a rough few years for Simon Cowell, but he’s now confirmed what we all suspected about his son. I don’t care what you think about the man himself, but this must have been an extremely hard decision. 😮 Check the comments 👇🏻

Simon Cowell rose from a record label assistant to one of the most influential figures in entertainment. After early career failures, he founded S Records and signed successful acts like Westlife. His big break came with *Pop Idol* in 2001, followed by *American Idol*, *X Factor*, and *America’s Got Talent*, where his blunt judging style made him famous.

At his peak, Cowell earned tens of millions annually—\$36 million in 2008 alone—and now has a net worth of around \$600 million. He’s used some of that wealth for cosmetic treatments, including Botox and facelifts, though he’s scaled back after his son, Eric, found his look unrecognizable.

Despite health setbacks like a back injury from an e-bike accident, Cowell has made a strong recovery, walking over 40 miles a week. Now a devoted father, he says Eric changed his life. Though he won’t pass on his fortune, Cowell hopes to leave behind a legacy of opportunity and impact.