Simon Cowell talks Susan Boyle in new interview

Britain's Got Talent judge Simon Cowell reflects on Susan Boyle's outstanding year from BGT conant to one of the most famous singers in the world.
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[@justachiklet1743]

When Simon spoke about the quilt, I started crying. I am so impressed that he took notice of that gift and recognized how important it was.

[@DonDraperism]

When you put all the sarcasm and rudeness away, Simon Cowell is a pretty astute and sharp business man.

[@lauruguayitausa]

I think that more than that he is smart and humble enough to admit when he made a mistake. Because not all businessmen can admit when they are wrong.

[@marieintranuovo3808]

Listening to him speak about Susan Boyle changed my concept of him. I was hating him for years because he always sounded like a bully,and being rude to people. This is the kindest I have ver heard him speak.

[@lcazden]

I love Simon -- he is so honest and he truly loves Susan -- he respects her legendary talent and the depth of her as a kind and loving human being. Bravo Simon --- thanks for giving Susan Boyle the opportunity to be appreciated by the world.

[@SirBeastly74]

I don't think I've ever heard Simon speak so highly of someone

[@dgo5051]

the biggest flex in history

[@griffinsutich1067]

Simon is very similar to Gordon Ramsey. They're experts and complete professionals. They are quick to throw out what doesn't work, but will absolutely be the first to commend excellence.

[@thenightporter]

Other than himself.

[@susivarga7303]

@@griffinsutich1067 hence my scepticism about him pretending he didn't know she will be all over the news and media. That's a lie.

[@DavidL1986]

@@susivarga7303there’s definitely a moment during her audition, when his face changes when he realises how much money he’s about to make with Susan

[@GYang97175]

Simon has done a phenomenal job in producing and promoting Susan's debut album. He earns my respect!

[@melianna999]

@@susivarga7303 You absolutely right My comment didn't have sense. So I delete it. Thank you.

[@susivarga7303]

@@melianna999 I did not mean to offend you, but she wanted to be a famous singer and he made her a famous singer because people wanted to hear her. It was business and talent coming together, privately he surely likes her, but it doesn't matter. That's all I meant.

[@melianna999]

@@susivarga7303 I am not offended I know the story of Susan and cried not once when I was listening to her. I even took one day last year to listen to her concerts on You Tube and and to watch documentary about her life. Because english is not my native language my comment also had no sense to me.😂🥰

[@susivarga7303]

@@melianna999 bless you 🙂

[@murieldurand7883]

surtout que simon la connaissait depuis très longtemps se sont des membres de même famille

[@17thknight]

I LOVE how Simon opens this interview. "Susan flies in the face of every ... talentless monster". It's so perfectly accurate, and absolutely hilarious.

[@goodintentions1302]

He got it right. It only took two seconds for her to change thousands of minds. I got goosebumps the first time I heard her sing and it still happens frequently now. I admire Susan Boyle and I love to hear her sing. We are all so fortunate that she had the courage to step out onto that stage! Thank you Susan Boyle! 💞☮️🙏🏼💞

[@thebakalord]

Billions of minds not just thousands.

[@lylianemanquest2323]

IL EST TOUT À FAIT NORMAL QUE CE CHANGEMENT RADICAL DE VIE L AIT BOUSCULÉ SECOUÉE MÊME " SI CELA ÉTAIT SON RÊVE" et QU ELLE EST SI EXCEPTIONNELLEMENT PATIENTE CET ENVAHISSEMENT MÉDIATIQUE NE POUVAIT QU ÊTRE DESTABILISANT MALGRÉ SON SOURIRE TRANQUILLE BRAVO. SUSAN 🤩💖🤗🤗🤗😃

[@maribethspence9458]

Just love this woman and at least once every year I find myself doing a marathon of these videos about her...only the positive ones though. She is beautiful inside and outside. She's a beautiful soul! Love you Susan!

[@floridadave224]

I do the same. I won't be thinking about it for months then all of a sudden Susan Boyle comes to mind and I'll go out to KZbin and watch a bunch of Susan videos.

[@rashimarmohamad4574]

Me too especially when I'm down

[@jakejaekels7991]

I remember hearing and seeing her first stage performance on BGT. She sang about two words, I DREAM, and I knew she was going to be famous. What a wonderful ability.

[@joyetaylor5678]

I love her and her story

[@MarieUrsula1]

Simon, I really appreciate your words here, especially about the meaning of a quilt. Each square was carefully stitched and pieced together with love. Whenever Susan and her wee Pebbles wrap themselves in their quilts, they are wrapping themselves in the love of fans from all seven continents.

[@eugeniebauman6896]

Susan Boyle is healing me not just for her story of her life but the incredible beauty of her tones and also her pluckiness and beautiful strength of character as well Brava and may GOD watch over you Angel of beauty.

[@jensz9360]

Couldnt have happened to a nicer lady. Glad she ended up making it...she is living her dream. Who would not enjoy such a great success story!

[@GuantanamoBayBarbie2]

We love Susan Boyle here in America! I can't listen to her sing without crying. One of only 2 people to ever have that effect on me. God bless you Susan, and love from Oregon.❤

[@erinelizabethdoran225]

Thank you for being so honest Simon!

[@DFullerLisa]

Simon is spot on with most of his calls. He can also admit when he’s wrong and does apologize on occasion when he’s to mean but he knows talent when he sees it.

[@desireehunter4505]

I love her so much. She is my inspiration. Humility+Incredible talent.

[@mottthehoople684]

Just when I lost my faith in my fellow man ...came Susan Boyle.... thank you so much

[@evelync.pantel690]

I love her beyond understanding...She was REAL. No pretension, nothing fake, no....anything that was not exactly who she was: A simply-dressed, double-chinned, heavy-set middle-aged woman with no attitude or assumption of being 'special.' I love her to this day and watch her premier appearance on Britain's Got Talent over, and over, and over and..... And don't think I'll be stopping anytime soon. Going from THAT to the extreme success Boyle became OVERNIGHT is almost terrifying to contemplate. (Paul Potts is also one of the all ^^ above. Another singer I watch and watch.....

[@rubylace9963]

Nailed it ❤

[@alexanderpytko5394]

Simon is right, Susan didn't do this because she wanted to be famous, she did it because she wanted to be a singer and share her gift with the world and that is the proper attitude for being a good singer. I'd say that's why Simon has so much love and respect for Susan. Not only is Susan a great singer but she wanted to be a singer for all the right reasons.

[@ellajackson4930]

We American people love Susan Boyals music.. can't get enough..

[@kimessex3678]

I think Susan Boyle is so cute and when they fix her up she just looks like a little doll I love her because she is a loving person and she has this cute blanket on her bed and Donny Osmond is in the blanket she's very humble to and she sounds like an angel

[@thanksfernuthin]

That audition fills your soul. We're born with a hunger to see a fellow human being transcend beyond what we think is possible. In this case a frumpy little lady no one has ever heard of sings like an angel to shame the devil. I just watched it again after many years and the result is the same. Tears as I watch reality flipped on it's head for an audience of people just like you and me.

[@donnawoodford8145]

Susan is uniquely her own person. I'm glad she is feeling the love!

[@Kaynos]

I can't imagine how many susan boyle there is on this world.

[@dd317]

I agree with his comments that far to many people who are "celebrities" nowadays have absolutely no talent and will do anything just to make a buck. As for Susan Boyle the minute she started to sing she sounded like an angel, we knew immediately she was someone special. As she walked off state a star was born.

[@melanievelasco2417]

Love her,right for day one.She has a beautiful voice and she funny.I bought her first cd and I love all the songs on it .

[@Dietpepsivanilla]

I used to hate Simon with a passion, but not anymore. He's absolutely right on a lot of things. Now I like him a lot.

[@deansapp4635]

I agree

[@benjaminsidneykidd-bentley3966]

Yep I agree.

[@scottrhodenizer7192]

Susan really changed his personality

[@michaelblaine6494]

Me too,he’s got a great heart

[@jannatashar8882]

@@michaelblaine6494 ya ask the 1D band abt that

[@wandahaines7143]

Speaking as an American yes, we absolutely love her.

[@Redvixen511]

Susan Boyle is the example of believing in your own talent. she had been trying for many years but no one took notice of this very sweet and simple (positive meaning) person until she took the courage (bravo Susan) to sing on BGT and well the rest is ......... Thank you Simon for admitting that you wanted to get her off the stage. Takes guts to say that. Thank you!!

[@jillfox7474]

Only God knows how many times ive watched Susans first audition... I dreamed a dream...Wild Horses and Always on my mind. It just blew me away!!! Watching Simons reaction was absolutely awesome!!! He was overwhelmed when Susan walked out in America's Got Talent... Singing "Wild Horses" Simon does not endure fools!!! Thank you, Simon Cowell for what you have done for Susan and giving all of us a chance to hear the Angelic Voice of Susan Boyle!!! We love you, Simon Cowell

[@17thknight]

@lifesaver3348 I agree 100%. If you watch the original audition video, you see Simon's face completely light up. This man got into music because he loves it, as everyone does. Whatever else you feel, when you work at that level in the music industry, you at least began with this pure love of good music, and you could see that she reawakened that in him. His grin was boyish, happy, he was absolutely enthralled. I think she really moved him, as she has many of us in the world.

[@rebeccajelenawang5657]

He sure loves music🎵-but I I bet he likes cash💲even more👨👓⌚👖👞💶💷💵💸

[@BOKO20101]

Agreed. He seemed the most overcome, instantly, of the judges.

[@jamesandjovredenburg7514]

😊😊😊

[@user-pq1oy4bp7y]

Wow....how honest of Simon...and how true his words.

[@bowler8]

love Simon, he's so brutally honest

[@aracelibasilio7672]

You are really an inspiration Susan Boyle. Thanks too to the judges who supported her.

[@georgehimes827]

What a gift from God

[@maryspence6862]

simons interview abt susan boyle proves him to b thoughtful, kind & a human being after all. who knew? simon. its a great big YES from me!!!

[@bk6331]

He is very straight forward and does not mince his words .

[@vikkilott7960]

Q

[@elsabelarmino9851]

Good job simon ur ur a real man accept the mistake and i love susan forever ❤️♾️

[@Matty3Mite3]

he's the biggest music executive on the planet , that requires talent

[@charitobasa]

I like him, look at his eyes. He is genuine. ❤️

[@kelsikate78]

Don't bash Simon Cowell if you don't know anything. He's one of the most hard working and CARING men in the world. You only see his character when he judges. He does more charity and is nicer than most the celebrities in the world. Learn your facts. Then comment. But, yes. Anti-Paris Hilton. Go Susan!

[@user-gv3kk4ts9b]

He acts remorseful for looking down on her because he was doing it on camera, and, because she was picked up by so many news channels. He's no saint.

[@Black.Sabbath]

Naive

[@ryanomahony2060]

SIMON IS A V KIND PERSON !!

[@rosemaryaddessa4683]

Simon, you were miserable that night when Susan Boyle came out, 11-9-09. but a split second, you change 💯 % very kind to Susan. 🌹

[@nancyhoward7005]

Amazing Susan Boyle. Nicely done Simon. 47 years old.....

[@jennie2921]

Wow, he really speaks highly of Susan. Good thing, lots of people would give him heck.

[@lonewave1]

We Americans root for the underdog and love to show our appreciation. Susan looked like someone that lived next door to you and you'd probably just think she's one of the neighbors . . . until she sings. Wow! I hope she gets what she wants out of life and then some. Good interview. Still like Simon no matter what!

[@xenozeno]

Very nice interview. Simon actually "gets" Susan and why so many people love her. He understands, which is reassuring because he's guiding her career right now. One can sense his genuine appreciation for Susan as a person and as an artist. No wonder Simon has been able to launch her career in such spectacular fashion.

[@camh6328]

I always have to shake my head when I hear people say she's had a makeover since Britain's Got Talent. Shore Susan has got new clothes and had her hair done when she performs, but she's kept it quite tame and she's still the lady that stepped out on the stage the first time

[@70bluesea]

I hope Simon doesn't let any of others judges hurt her beautiful soul. She is too sensitive . And she already collapsed because of stress many years ago. I will pray for her while she compete on AGT Champions. She doesn't need to prove anything anymore. She is phenomenal, sensational singer in the history of music. OMG I love Susan so much

[@jcdenton5828]

Clare Logue Aspergers is officially off the DSM list. It’s now all Autism Spectrum!

[@jcdenton5828]

Clare Logue That’s bullshit! It’s the abuse and isolation that’s did that to her. On top of Autism Spectrum!

[@judybrooks7474]

7 7 7

[@janeden1116]

Mr Real “

[@margarettrostel7907]

cristina maria kassama bag *

[@QBAN2010]

Susan Boyle was the greatest thing to ever happened to Simon Cowell, as well. Completely transformed his image in the eyes of the world..,,bravo to both of you!!!

[@lylianemanquest2323]

Elle a transformé également sa vie à Lui

[@lylianemanquest2323]

Elle a transformé également sa vie à Lui

[@taergehtsiram]

Susan Boyle's story gives me hope in humanity.

[@collinslfc]

"Famous for being useless". Lol'd at that.

[@kp4949]

The Kardashian's came to my mind....lol

[@kellygoff8296]

I love you Susan....

[@ThePeaceforearth]

Thank you Simon

[@Ershad7]

I love Simon's sincerity in his words. Nice job launching her, man

[@resurreccionabutinre8261]

I hope Susan makes it this time, pls dont break her heart the second time, she has already proven herself in the world!🙏❤️❤️❤️ I love you Susan!

[@annadorian8465]

Simon Cowell, God Bless him, has changed more lives than anyone around today. He's given the unknown talent a platform in which to shine! I'm a huge fan of Simon!

[@mad7fisher]

"Famous for being useless" . You nailed it Simon,! and you nailed it with Susan Boyle. I'm so glad she went on to have such a great career, and Simon was a big part of that

[@Ionsandatrophy]

The reason I love Simon is right @ 00:20

[@MrB55abc]

simon u are truly right

[@humbaba2762]

0:52 what an beautiful voice.

[@RevJamesCostello]

The beginning of this video is hilarious.

[@gyorgyianda1602]

Köszönök mindent amit Susanért tettél, igaz , és jó ember vagy.💓

[@DivadMick]

Who happens to be one the most successful record executives on the planet. I don't think you know that his television appearances are merely a night time gig for him. He does have a job that he does during the day...and that is selling over 100 million records.

[@deliapowell2802]

God bless you Susan every on every step of your amazing journey in life

[@ireneh4552]

Susan ❤️

[@RasMajnouni]

I'm happy to see that he has a warm,inner side to him.O.K. this is a video.In real life I always try to remember that we all have a divine G-Dly soul & we can connect to that in others simply by visualizing that. When yo look for the good in others in comes out of them.

[@johnstansak7867]

We Americans love Susan Boyle because we are a nation of opportunity. If you have the talent and the drive, you can make it here.

[@ma.teresitadeleon3965]

Yes i admire her a lot being an inspiration

[@faithrada]

Simon.. you did good.

[@antygona-iq8ew]

Many of people love the same about this story. Funny enough we missed simple, humble people in modern world full of overconfident “stars” who know it all.

[@1Joviboy]

He’s so humble

[@glennmccormick5572]

Simon is the best judge in AGT History he has predicted more winners then anyone hands down

[@taxirock90]

good comments. nice to hear how he lived the event.

[@lienquynh6759]

Giá mà có phụ đề Tiếng Việt hoặc văn bản tiếng Việt cuộc phỏng vấn để người không biết tiếng Anh có thể hiểu anh ấy nói gì

[@Tonysandrussi]

You never judge a book by his cover it’s hard to what’s in anybody’s heart

[@WildChild3005]

Simon, at least you got this one right! Happy that it is all turning out just fantastic for Susan, and glad you set out here to set a few things straight!

[@Secret-Serenity]

it was about an underdog overcoming, I love her so much

[@BRMBeeGeesR1]

Yes. Quilts can actually "tell" a story. It's a shame that the last few generations aren't more interested them. To them, a quilt is something you buy factory made in a store. Those done by hand are done with love. And I can tell you they last longer than factory made ones do.

[@leainokuchi9650]

Susan Boyle......the embodiment of "The American Dream"......that is why America loves her!

[@binaway]

Although no fan of Simon I've never understood why he has so many haters. He's may not be modes he's a bit cocky but he's honest and good at what he does. Susan and a few others would not have their successful careers without his shows. Yes; he earns a lot of money from them but they also have generous incomes and assets because of it.

[@futunhan]

Simon emphasized "just people who are famous, for being useless". did he pointing the arrow at justin bieber?

[@mikem189]

I think that he had the Kardashians in mind

[@mickmotley.4227]

Coolest Simon Cowell interview.

[@docrichie9]

I love Simon Cowell. I love Susan Boyle. People don't like Simon because he tells the truth and he doesn't mince words. He calls it like he sees it. If you have talent, he says so. If you can't sing to save your life, he doesn't perpetuate your delusion.....he tells the TRUTH. People don't like Susan because, well, they're just plain jealous because they've done nothing with their useless lives and can't stand when ANYONE succeeds.

[@17thknight]

@arnyjk That is a very apt description, well put.

[@cherieblossomarttravels]

Thank you 🙏

[@TheJohnPetras]

@LunarDowns Well he is successfull by his own hand. As in he is a proven businessman who has done very well and is not just some guy they picked up as a "personality". You should read up on him.

[@renavogel7114]

Danke für die liebe Zusammenfassung betreffs unserer lieben Susan. Ich mag sie sehr, denn bei ihr kommt alles aus vollstem Herzen. Danke.

[@silviadiloreto4185]

Lastima que no está en traducción Castellano 🤗🇦🇷🤗

[@leablev5250]

Simon, your cool keep telling it like it is, honestly is the best policy,

[@AubreyFCarter]

i dont understand why people hate simon.,, he's a fuckin legeng

[@RoseAllDay789]

@3:02 "sounds corny but true"

[@4271543]

🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@Alexandria-un4kx]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@rohansaikia6639]

When he says there are thousands of talentless monsters, my mind went to the Kardashians.

[@maryspence6862]

AmandaM. simon IS handsome. ur view is distorted because of ur dislike of him. truth is being correct. sarcasm means being bitter or derisive. PROPERLY apply them b4 u make any further comments abt simon. he shows nothg but the highest regards for susan in his interview here

[@tacospiderrr]

@printerudell My work here is done. Godspeed, citizen!

[@maryspence6862]

amnd To You "Sir'

[@StudeSteve62]

Yep, it was a bolt from the blue indeed. I found out about Susan via what was surely one of the less-likely sources: the online forum of the Studebaker club! Clicked on the link in that forum post, and holy smoke...

[@nicoleyoshihara4011]

❤🎼