TV: Simon Cowell Leaves American Idol

Last night was Simon Cowell's last time being a judge for the reality TV show, American Idol. Simon's harsh but oh-so-true comments about contestants performances have earned him millions of fans all over the world.

Before his last appearance on the show, Simon chatted it up in an exclusive interview with fellow American Idol colleague and radio presenter, Ryan Seacrest, to talk about the shows impact on his life, what he'll miss (and not miss) and what his plans are for the future.




Past American Idol winners such as Ruben Studdard, Fantasia and Kelly Clarkson sang farewell to Simon on the show. Check out the performance below:



Now that Simon has gone, and his replacement has yet to be announced, will the show's ratings suffer?

American Music Awards - The Performances

Janet Jackson's medley of hits


Shakira | 'Give It Up To Me'


Kelly Clarkson | 'Already Gone'


Jay-Z ft Alicia Keys | 'Empire State Of Mind'


Black Eyed Peas | 'Meet Me Half Way' and 'Boom Boom Pow'


Rihanna | 'Wait Is Ova' and 'Hard'


Lady Gaga | 'Bad Romance'


Mary J Blige | 'I Am'