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Simon Cowell Absent From AGT Season 21 Judges
AGT judges say they've set sail without Simon Cowell after his surgery recovery.
In brief
AGT judges say they've set sail without Simon Cowell after his surgery recovery. Simon Cowell is recovering from back surgery and missing AGT Season 21 judges' table, with guest judges filling his seat. Originally reported by Billboard.
Simon Cowell's Absence
Simon Cowell is recovering from routine back surgery after a 2020 electric-bike accident.
Judges Adapt to Changes
AGT judges say they've learned how to handle unexpected changes while Cowell recovers.
Sailing Without Captain
Howie Mandel compared Cowell's absence to sailing without the captain, saying they've set sail without the captain.
“This is his boat, and I feel like we've set sail without the captain”
Heidi Klum Returns
Heidi Klum returned to the AGT panel for the Sept 8 episode, reuniting with Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara, and Mel B.
Guest Judges for Finale
KSI will fill the guest-judge seat alongside Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara, and Mel B for the season 21 finale.
The one thing
Simon Cowell is recovering from back surgery and missing AGT Season 21 judges' table, with guest judges filling his seat.
