Simon Cowell e-bike accident: what happened to media mogul as he is rushed to hospital - injuries explained

This is the second crash on his electric bike that has sent the 62-year-old to the hospital
Simon Cowell attending America’s Got Talent Season 16 Live Shows at Dolby Theatre in California (Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images,)Simon Cowell attending America’s Got Talent Season 16 Live Shows at Dolby Theatre in California (Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images,)
Simon Cowell attending America’s Got Talent Season 16 Live Shows at Dolby Theatre in California (Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images,)

Simon Cowell has broken his arm after falling off his e-bike - again.

After breaking his back in August from an e-bike crash, the X-Factor judge reportedly ‘went flying over the handlebars’ when riding the bike near his home in London.

This is everything you need to know.

What happened?

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According to sources speaking to the Sun, Cowell is “lucky to be alive” following his second accident on an e-bike.

It’s been reported that the media mogul was propelled over the handlebars of the bike and onto the road whilst travelling at 20mph, and not wearing a helmet.

The source said: “Simon is lucky to be alive.

“He was pedalling along, with his electric motor on, when the wheels suddenly went from under him after hitting a wet patch.

A source said that Cowell is ‘lucky to be alive’ following the crash (Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images)A source said that Cowell is ‘lucky to be alive’ following the crash (Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
A source said that Cowell is ‘lucky to be alive’ following the crash (Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

“He slipped and went flying over the handlebars into the middle of the road.

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“Stupidly, Simon wasn’t wearing a helmet, and blood was pouring from his face - he looked like something from Phantom of the Opera.

“Three passers-by jumped into action, and stopped traffic so he wouldn’t be run over.

“After being ambulanced to hospital and given an x-ray, Simon was eventually released that evening - his arm in a yellow cast all the way up to the shoulder - and told to rest.

“Despite this being his second great escape, Simon insists that he’s not ditching the bike - but he will start wearing a helmet.”

Has Simon Cowell said anything about the accident?

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Cowell has not yet said anything publicly about the crash or his broken arm.

His most recent social media posts are from December, when he paid tribute to the late Carlos Marin, a Spanish singer and member of the group Il Divo, who passed away on 19 December 2021.

Marin was hospitalised after contracting Covid-19 and had reportedly been placed in a medically induced coma before he died at age 53.

Cowell tweeted and posted on Instagram: “I am finding this so difficult to put into words how I feel right now. I am devastated Carlos Marin has passed away. He loved life. He loved performing and always had so much appreciation towards the fans who supported the group from day 1. Rest in peace Carlos. I will miss you.”

When was his first e-bike accident?

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This second e-bike related crash comes 18 months after he broke his back in multiple places whilst riding his £10,000 e-bike in the courtyard of his home in Malibu.

In August of 2020, Cowell underwent a six hour surgery to have a metal rod placed in his back after the crash.

His first crash left him with a metal rod in his back (Photo: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)His first crash left him with a metal rod in his back (Photo: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)
His first crash left him with a metal rod in his back (Photo: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images)

Talking about the accident afterwards, he tweeted: “Some good advice… If you buy an electric bike, read the manual before you ride it for the first time. I have broken part of my back. Thank you to everyone for your kind messages.

“And a massive thank you to all the nurses and doctors. Some of the nicest people I have ever met. Stay safe everyone. Simon.”

‘Someone please take Simon Cowell’s bike away from him’

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With the news of this second crash circulating online, many have called for Cowell to give up the e-bike once and for all.

One person tweeted: “@SimonCowell Sorry about your accident, I hope you recover soon. But maybe it’s time to admit cycling is not for you.”

Another wrote: “Much bigger news going on in the world I know, but for the love of god can someone please take Simon Cowell’s bike away from him.”

“When is Simon Cowell gonna learn?” asked another.

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