Simon Cowell, 65, has continued to experience the effects of debilitating migraines, which he first opened up about last year. The “Britain’s Got Talent” judge revealed that the intense migraines, which were severe enough to cause him to miss some auditions, persist. To help alleviate the symptoms, Simon now wears red-tinted glasses during filming. These glasses help filter out the harsh studio lights, which often trigger his headaches, allowing him to continue his work despite the condition.
A new picture shared by Simon Cowell on Tuesday showed him reuniting with fellow judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli for the new series of Britain’s Got Talent. In the snap, Simon can be seen wearing his signature red-tinted glasses, which suggests he is still dealing with the migraines he opened up about last year. The new series has officially kicked off, with the judges back together to begin filming auditions for this season.
Simon Cowell shared an update from Blackpool, where the next round of Britain’s Got Talent auditions is taking place, declaring, “We’re back!” In a post from February last year, he reassured fans concerned about his health, explaining that the red-tinted glasses he wears are necessary due to migraines triggered by long filming days under bright lights.
Simon had previously clarified on Instagram that he missed two auditions in one day due to the debilitating migraines, which he attributes to the intense studio lighting. He humorously noted that the internet had labeled his condition a “mystery illness,” but emphasized it was just a response to the long filming hours.
This series of Britain’s Got Talent will also feature hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, with YouTube star KSI making a guest appearance. The filming schedule was postponed in October following the tragic passing of Liam Payne, a former contestant from The X Factor. A statement from the show’s producers expressed condolences to Liam’s family and friends.
Simon Cowell expressed deep sorrow over Liam Payne’s passing, calling the loss “devastating.” In an emotional tribute shared on Instagram, Simon reflected on their time together and the qualities that made Liam stand out—his kindness, humor, humility, and unwavering passion for music. He reminisced about how, when Liam was just 14, Simon had told him it wasn’t his time yet, but they promised to meet again.
Simon praised Liam’s resilience, noting how Liam had persevered when many others might have given up. He highlighted Liam’s dedication to his fans, emphasizing how Liam always made time for those who admired him. Simon’s heartfelt words spoke to the deep respect and admiration he had for the late star, stating that every tear he shed for Liam was a memory of their time together.
