Simon Cowell Addresses AGT Finale Absence as Winner Is Revealed | E! News

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On the America's Got Talent season 21 finale which saw 16-year-old musician Nene Royal take home the top prize, host Terry Crews shared Simon Cowell's reaction to missing the episode, where he was replaced by guest judge KSI due to his recovery from back surgery. "Hello everyone, I wanted to wish all the finalists tonight the best of luck," Crews read. "I am so sad that I won’t be there in person, but I will be watching from home. And KSI, hold onto your water when Mel B is around." The health update came amid the American Idol alum's planned absence from several episodes this season due to a routine operation following a 2020 biking accident that caused him to break multiple parts of his back. Full Story: https://www.eonline.com/videos/2515205699743/simon-cowell-addresses-agt-finale-absence-as-winner-is-revealed #enews #simoncowell #agt About: The E! News team brings you the latest breaking entertainment, fashion and Pop Culture news. Featuring exclusive segments, celebrity highl

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