Simon Cowell's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Simon Cowell. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Simon Cowell is a prominent English television personality, entrepreneur, and record executive. He gained fame as a judge on popular talent competition shows like Pop Idol, The X Factor UK, Britain's Got Talent, American Idol, The X Factor US, and America's Got Talent. Cowell is also the founder of the entertainment company Syco, demonstrating his business acumen within the music and television industries.
1995: Robson & Jerome Success
In 1995, Simon Cowell persuaded Robson Green and Jerome Flynn to record "Unchained Melody", which became the best-selling single of the year.
2004: Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2004, Time Magazine named Simon Cowell one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2004: Named One of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People
In 2004, Time magazine recognized Simon Cowell as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
June 2006: America's Got Talent Debut
In June 2006, 'America's Got Talent,' executive produced by Cowell, premiered on NBC. The show garnered around 12 million viewers per week, becoming a major success.
2006: Last Win Until 2014
In 2006, Simon Cowell had Leona Lewis and Ray Quinn in the final.
June 2007: Britain's Got Talent Debut
In June 2007, 'Britain's Got Talent' premiered on ITV, with Cowell as a judge alongside Amanda Holden and Piers Morgan. The show quickly became a ratings success.
June 2007: This Is Your Life Appearance
On June 2, 2007, Cowell was chosen as the first subject of the relaunched British edition of This Is Your Life.
2008: Received Special Recognition Award at National Television Awards
In 2008, Simon Cowell received the Special Recognition Award, presented by Andrew Lloyd Webber, at the National Television Awards held at the Royal Albert Hall.
2008: Recognition in British Culture
In 2008, The Daily Telegraph ranked Simon Cowell sixth in their list of the "100 most powerful people in British culture". He also received the Special Recognition Award at the National Television Awards in London the same year.
2010: Added to Who's Who
In 2010, Cowell was added as a new entry to the latest edition of the UK's Who's Who.
2010: Named One of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People and New Statesman List
In 2010, Time magazine again named Simon Cowell one of the 100 most influential people in the world. That same year, New Statesman listed Cowell at number 41 in their list of "50 People who Matter".
2010: Time's 100 Most Influential People (Again)
In 2010, Time named Simon Cowell one of the 100 most influential people in the world for a second time.
2011: First Win as a Mentor
In 2011, Simon Cowell's act Melanie Amaro won the season, making Cowell the winning judge.
2012: Featured in BBC Radio 4 Series The New Elizabethans
In 2012, Simon Cowell was featured in the BBC Radio 4 series The New Elizabethans, which marked the diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. He was named among people in the UK who have had a significant impact during her reign.
2013: Named One of TV Guide's Nastiest Villains of All Time
In 2013, TV Guide listed Simon Cowell at number 10 in their list of The 60 Nastiest Villains of All Time.
2014: Got Talent - World's Most Successful Reality TV Format
In 2014, 'Got Talent' was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's most successful reality TV format, with spin-offs in over 68 countries.
August 2018: Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
On August 22, 2018, it was announced that Simon Cowell would receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Television category.
2018: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In 2018, Simon Cowell received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the television category.
