Simon Cowell, known for his sharp wit, surprised viewers with his subdued presence during season 18 of AGT. Instead of his usual candid comments, the 63-year-old remained unusually quiet as co-stars Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, and Howie Mandel discussed auditions. However, his silence wasn’t due to a lack of interest.

He explained that stomach acid had caused severe damage to his vocal cords. A doctor examined him using a camera through his nose and throat, revealing the extent of the damage.

Unable to speak for about a week during auditions, Simon had a fresh perspective. He observed that the other judges had developed stronger preferences, leading to more disagreements, albeit in a constructive way.

He explained that stomach acid had caused severe damage to his vocal cords. A doctor examined him using a camera through his nose and throat, revealing the extent of the damage.

Unable to speak for about a week during auditions, Simon had a fresh perspective. He observed that the other judges had developed stronger preferences, leading to more disagreements, albeit in a constructive way.