Simon Cowell made a fortune on American Idol – meet his only child

Simon’s personal life changed when he became a father. In 2014, he welcomed his son Eric, whom he adores. He credits his son for helping him stop using excessive Botox, saying Eric once got so scared of his appearance that it made him rethink his decisions.

Though Simon built his fortune, he doesn’t believe in passing it down to his son. Instead, he wants Eric to create his own path. “I’m leaving my money to charity,” he said. “Your legacy should be about helping others succeed, not handing down wealth.”

Despite his fame, Simon remains focused on family, recovery, and continuing to build his empire.