I felt so distressed that I couldn’t express my emotions to Eric. I wondered when I’d be able to enjoy walks and play football with him again.

On February 14, 2014, Simon and Lauren welcomed their son, Eric. The TV star mentioned that his son had humorously given him a new nickname after his biking accidents.

The Britain’s Got Talent judge confessed in an interview with Entertainment Tonight that he felt «embarrassed» watching the shows at home.

Despite having his back supported by metal rods and screws post-surgery, Simon found comfort in his son’s comparison of him to the superhero Iron Man.

«When I was reunited with my family, Eric looked at me and said, ‘Dad, you look like Iron Man,’» Simon proudly recalled. «I smiled and replied, ‘Yes, I really am like Iron Man.’»

Since then, Simon has managed to laugh off his setbacks, even downplaying the more serious injuries he sustained in June 2021 while on the AGT stage.

During a kid-friendly Shaolin Kung Fu act, Terry asked Simon if he could ever see himself performing such dangerous stunts. Simon humorously responded, «After my back injury, simply walking around the garden with Eric felt like a huge achievement.» He added, «Even then, I sometimes thought, ‘Maybe this isn’t such a great idea.’»

Simon’s journey of resilience and self-reflection showcases his unwavering determination.

Despite the challenges from his biking accidents, he continues to find joy in riding and life, always maintaining his sense of humor.

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