Hey there! Let's dive into the heartwarming world of Simon Cowell, who has found his true calling as a father. Four years ago, Simon became a dad for the first time, and ever since, being a father to his son Eric Cowell has been his favorite role. The cherry on top? Eric is growing up to look just like his dad. Talk about a mini-me moment!
On June 26, this adorable father-son duo was spotted in Malibu, and let me tell you, Eric stole the show. The little guy was sporting a brand-new pair of black eyeglasses that made him look like a tiny version of Simon. These paparazzi photos are proof that Eric is growing up to be a true Cowell, with those specs making him look so grown-up and sophisticated. How cute is that?
Simon and Eric: A Budding Friendship
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In a candid new interview, Simon, now 58, opened up about his life with Eric, sharing how much they’ve grown together. "The older he gets, the more fascinating it becomes to see how we share similar tastes," Simon told Us Weekly at the AGT semifinals in September. "Sometimes we like the same things, and sometimes we don’t. But what’s undeniable is that Eric loves the show—oh, he really does!"
In another interview, Simon couldn’t help but gush about how Eric has become his "buddy." "Eric’s at an age now where he’s my pal. We’re constantly talking, sharing stories, and honestly, he’s so much fun to be around," Simon shared with Extra. Aww, right? Simon welcomed Eric, his only child, with girlfriend Lauren Silverman in February 2014, and it’s clear that fatherhood has brought so much joy to his life.
Simon’s Biggest Fear: Outliving His Son
Simon has also spoken candidly about the challenges of fatherhood. Last year, he revealed one of his greatest fears: outliving his son. "Knowing that you’ll outlive your own child is every parent’s worst nightmare," Simon told the Mirror. "It’s something that’s always on my mind. Now that I’m a dad, I understand just how devastating it would be to hear that your child is unwell. It’s a fear that never goes away." These words truly show the depth of Simon’s love for Eric.
Happiness is a day off work. pic.twitter.com/WRKyB0P2U9
— Simon Cowell (@SimonCowell) November 16, 2015
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Eric: The Cutest Little Critic
Back in 2016, Simon couldn’t stop talking about how adorable Eric is. "Let me tell you, he’s going to be my little right-hand man," Simon said. "Anything he likes, I like too. He’s absolutely brilliant. He comes down to the America’s Got Talent auditions and really enjoys the performances. Watching him is priceless—he’s a great critic already. He’s unpaid, but he’s helping me!"
In yet another interview, Simon shared how much fun fatherhood has been. "It’s so much more enjoyable than I ever imagined," he said. "Kids adapt to your schedule faster than you’d think. For the first six months, it was like having the most one-sided conversation ever. 'I’m not getting anything back here. Maybe my son hates me.' But then, after about a year and a half, you start getting that connection, and suddenly they’re talking to you. And you can teach them things. It’s such an incredible feeling." Clearly, Simon is a devoted and loving dad!
