Simon Cowell Reveals Doctor Feared Permanent Paralysis After 2020 Malibu Bike Crash

Simon Cowell revealed that after a severe electric bike crash in 2020, his surgeon feared he might never walk again due to a broken back in three places. The accident, which occurred while testing the bike at his Malibu home, also left him with a concussion and a broken arm, requiring multiple surgeries including the insertion of a metal rod into his spine. Cowell described the incident as a wake-up call, prompting him to reconsider his approach to risk and health, emphasizing the importance of family and well-being. He vividly recalled being thrown from the bike during a wheelie, immediately realizing the severity of his injury. Despite the grim prognosis and the lengthy operation, Cowell survived and underwent intensive physiotherapy, gradually regaining mobility. The experience has led him to adopt a more cautious outlook on life.